Brainstorm 5 abstract qualities that make you unique. In what ways do

you show them- (be specific)?

JANUARY IDENTITY NARRATIVE PAGE:SYMBOLISMA symbol is something concrete that stands for something abstract. For example, the American flag stands for patriotism, and a rose represents love. It can be an object, character, or an action.

  Decide on two characteristics or attributes that you have

that are abstract qualities. Create a symbol to represent these characteristics about

you; this symbol may be unoriginal (already exists) or original (something that you create).

Write a descriptive, thorough and clear response that explains your symbol and the qualities that it represents.

WRITTEN SECTION AND VISUAL

Include two sections in your written part:An explanation and definitions of the qualities/characteristics you have chosen

How and why they are important/significant to you

Describe and explain all aspects of your symbolColors, features, size, specific details, and if

it is unoriginal or original in its design

Visual: Create a unique symbol. Draw or design your

symbol. Be creative! Remember the symbol can be original (something you

create) or unoriginal (something that already exists that you re-design)

YOUR IDENTITY NARRATIVE PAGE MUST INCLUDE:

1. One 8.5x11 piece of cardstock.

2. VISUAL - Symbol

3. WRITING– Typed and attached to the base page.

***most important part – be detailed and specific!!

4. Border – create a border for your page – all the way around or down two sides.

5. Title – give your page an original and creative title

6. Name – your name as the author must be on the front of the page

DUE DATE: Tuesday 2/ 4

*These will be shared in class.

FORM – typed informative paragraphs

AUDIENCE – Mrs. Ring and peers

TOPIC – a symbol that represents abstract qualities about you

PURPOSE – to explain, describe, and/or inform

PLANNING – writer’s notebook