Activity Overview
What is your favorite memory of your father? Create a three- or six-celled storyboard that depicts the memory. Be sure to include titles and description where necessary for clarity. Share with your dad and see if he remembers it too!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Write a memory of you and your dad in each description.
- Illustrate each description with accurate scenes, characters, items, and dialogue.
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visualizations | Images show creativity and care. | Scenes, characters, and items are appropriate for this purpose. | Images are confusing or do not make sense for this purpose. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is complete, thorough, and neat. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| 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. | Ideas may be disorganized or misplaced. Lack of control over grammar, mechanics, and spelling reflect a lack of proofreading. |
Activity Overview
What is your favorite memory of your father? Create a three- or six-celled storyboard that depicts the memory. Be sure to include titles and description where necessary for clarity. Share with your dad and see if he remembers it too!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Write a memory of you and your dad in each description.
- Illustrate each description with accurate scenes, characters, items, and dialogue.
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visualizations | Images show creativity and care. | Scenes, characters, and items are appropriate for this purpose. | Images are confusing or do not make sense for this purpose. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is complete, thorough, and neat. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| 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. | Ideas may be disorganized or misplaced. Lack of control over grammar, mechanics, and spelling reflect a lack of proofreading. |
How Tos about Favorite Memory of Dad
Choose the best memory to feature in your storyboard
Reflect on special moments with your dad and pick one that stands out for you or your students. Selecting a meaningful memory sets a positive tone for the activity and helps students connect personally to their work.
Guide students in brainstorming vivid details
Encourage students to list specific details about their chosen memory, such as the setting, people involved, and memorable actions or words. This step helps them visualize the scene and enriches their storytelling.
Model how to organize the storyboard with clear titles and descriptions
Demonstrate how to break the memory into key moments, assigning each to a separate cell. Use simple titles and brief descriptions to clarify what's happening in each part. Modeling helps students structure their stories effectively.
Support students in illustrating emotions and actions
Prompt students to use facial expressions, body language, and relevant items in their drawings. Accurate scenes make the memory come alive and deepen engagement for both creator and viewer.
Facilitate sharing and positive feedback sessions
Organize a time for students to share their storyboards with classmates or family members. Encourage positive feedback and discussions about the memories. Sharing builds confidence and fosters classroom connections.
Frequently Asked Questions about Favorite Memory of Dad
How can students create a storyboard about their favorite memory with their dad?
To create a storyboard about a favorite memory with their dad, students should choose a specific moment, break it into three or six scenes, add titles and descriptions for clarity, and illustrate each scene with relevant characters, items, and dialogue to bring the memory to life.
What are some tips for helping students remember special moments with their father?
Encourage students to think about shared activities, holidays, or meaningful conversations with their father. Ask prompting questions about favorite family traditions or funny events to spark memories they can illustrate in their storyboard.
Why is it valuable for students to share their storyboard memories with their dad?
Sharing storyboard memories with their dad helps students strengthen family bonds, foster communication, and create opportunities for meaningful discussions about shared experiences and feelings.
What should students include in the description boxes of each storyboard cell?
Students should write clear descriptions that explain what is happening in each scene, who is involved, and any important dialogue or details that help tell the story of their favorite memory with their dad.
Can this Father's Day storyboard activity be adapted for different grade levels?
Yes, the storyboard activity can be easily adapted for various grade levels by adjusting the number of cells, complexity of illustrations, and depth of writing required, making it suitable for elementary through high school students.
More Storyboard That Activities
Father's Day Activities
Testimonials
“By using the product, they were so excited and they learned so much...”–K-5 Librarian and Instructinal Technology Teacher
“I'm doing a Napoleon timeline and I'm having [students] determine whether or not Napoleon was a good guy or a bad guy or somewhere in between.”–History and Special Ed Teacher
“Students get to be creative with Storyboard That and there's so many visuals for them to pick from... It makes it really accessible for all students in the class.”–Third Grade Teacher
© 2025 - Clever Prototypes, LLC - All rights reserved.
StoryboardThat is a trademark of Clever Prototypes, LLC, and Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
