Activity Overview
To create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment, it is so important to make space for students to feel seen and heard. An "All About Me" activity is a popular way for students to share information with the class about themselves and their families, their likes, interests and hobbies in an effort to find commonalities and celebrate differences.
This activity combines students' love of social media with an All About Me activity by using the StoryboardThat creator to make a poster that looks like a social media page. Students can choose a fun handle, write a simple bio at the top and create up to 9 different scenes that describe their life and their different interests.
Students can think about the following questions as they create their scenes:
- Who are the people and pets in your family?
- What is your favorite sport?
- Do you play an instrument or participate in an after-school activity?
- What is your favorite hobby?
- What is your favorite book?
- Where is your favorite place to visit?
- What is your favorite show, movie, or musical group?
- What is your favorite activity to do with friends?
- What is your favorite school subject?
To find additional templates to add to this activity, be sure to check out our social media page templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a Social Media Poster that tells the class more about you!
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Choose a StoryboardThat character that looks like you or choose something else to represent you such as your favorite sport or an animal and place it in the circle at the top.
- Add information at the top such as a catchy handle and a short bio.
- Create up to 9 images that look like photographs from your life using scenes, characters, and items. Create images that highlight your family, friends, favorite hobbies, music, sports, school subjects, and activities that you enjoy!
- Save and exit when you're finished.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Needs Improvement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artistic Depictions | The art chosen to depict the scenes accurately represent your likes and interests. Time and care is taken to ensure that the scenes are neat, eye-catching, and creative. | The art chosen to depict the scenes is minimal. Scene constructions are neat, and meet basic expectations. | The art chosen to depict the scenes is too limited or incomplete. |
| English Conventions | Ideas are organized. There are few or no grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Ideas are mostly organized. There are some grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Storyboard text is difficult to understand. |
Activity Overview
To create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment, it is so important to make space for students to feel seen and heard. An "All About Me" activity is a popular way for students to share information with the class about themselves and their families, their likes, interests and hobbies in an effort to find commonalities and celebrate differences.
This activity combines students' love of social media with an All About Me activity by using the StoryboardThat creator to make a poster that looks like a social media page. Students can choose a fun handle, write a simple bio at the top and create up to 9 different scenes that describe their life and their different interests.
Students can think about the following questions as they create their scenes:
- Who are the people and pets in your family?
- What is your favorite sport?
- Do you play an instrument or participate in an after-school activity?
- What is your favorite hobby?
- What is your favorite book?
- Where is your favorite place to visit?
- What is your favorite show, movie, or musical group?
- What is your favorite activity to do with friends?
- What is your favorite school subject?
To find additional templates to add to this activity, be sure to check out our social media page templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a Social Media Poster that tells the class more about you!
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Choose a StoryboardThat character that looks like you or choose something else to represent you such as your favorite sport or an animal and place it in the circle at the top.
- Add information at the top such as a catchy handle and a short bio.
- Create up to 9 images that look like photographs from your life using scenes, characters, and items. Create images that highlight your family, friends, favorite hobbies, music, sports, school subjects, and activities that you enjoy!
- Save and exit when you're finished.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Needs Improvement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artistic Depictions | The art chosen to depict the scenes accurately represent your likes and interests. Time and care is taken to ensure that the scenes are neat, eye-catching, and creative. | The art chosen to depict the scenes is minimal. Scene constructions are neat, and meet basic expectations. | The art chosen to depict the scenes is too limited or incomplete. |
| English Conventions | Ideas are organized. There are few or no grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Ideas are mostly organized. There are some grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Storyboard text is difficult to understand. |
How Tos about Social Media Project
How to Easily Assess Student Social Media Posters for Deeper Understanding
Assess each poster using a clear rubric with categories like creativity, detail, and self-reflection. Use specific criteria to provide fair, actionable feedback.
Set Clear Expectations with a Simple Rubric
Outline the key elements you want students to include, such as a creative handle, detailed bio, and a variety of scenes. Share the rubric in advance so students know what success looks like.
Review Each Poster for Required Elements
Check that each poster has a handle, bio, and up to 9 scenes representing different interests or aspects of the student’s life. Ensure students addressed the guiding questions.
Provide Positive, Specific Feedback
Highlight what each student did well and offer at least one suggestion for improvement. Encourage growth and celebrate unique ideas.
Facilitate a Reflection Discussion
Invite students to share their favorite part of their poster and reflect on what they learned about themselves and their classmates. Promote classroom community and self-awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions about Social Media Project
What is a social media poster project for elementary students?
A social media poster project for elementary students is an activity where students create a poster that looks like a social media profile to share information about themselves, their interests, and their families. It helps students express who they are while practicing digital literacy in a safe, creative way.
How do you create an All About Me social media poster using StoryboardThat?
To create an All About Me social media poster with StoryboardThat, students select a character or symbol to represent themselves, add a handle and bio, and design up to 9 scenes that show their hobbies, family, favorite activities, and interests. The tool makes it easy to personalize each section and visually share details about themselves.
What are some good questions to include in an All About Me activity?
Great questions for an All About Me activity include: Who is in your family? What are your favorite hobbies or sports? Do you play an instrument? What is your favorite book or movie? What is your favorite school subject? These prompts help students reflect and share unique aspects of their lives.
Why are All About Me activities important for classroom community?
All About Me activities foster a sense of belonging, help students feel seen and heard, and encourage them to celebrate both similarities and differences. This builds a supportive classroom environment and strengthens relationships among students.
Where can I find social media page templates for classroom projects?
You can find social media page templates for classroom projects on platforms like StoryboardThat. These templates make it easy to launch creative, visually engaging lessons that connect with students’ interests and digital experiences.
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