Activity Overview
Get the whole class involved in creating a class picture that you can print out and hang on the wall or display digitally! Students can have fun finding a character that looks like them and placing them in the picture. Teachers could also ask students to add a decoration to the classroom or have their character hold something of importance to them to personalize the portrait even further! Teachers will have to enable collaboration and ensure that all students are working on the same storyboard.
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 class portrait using Storyboard That!
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment” and give it a name.
- Have students come up one by one and find a character that they think looks like them.
- Have students customize the character they way they would like.
- Arrange all of the characters to look like they are posing for a class picture! Have fun!
- Click "Save and Exit" when you are done.
- Print and display!
Teachers may also choose to enable Real-Time Collaboration and have students work on this assignment on their own devices!
Lesson Plan Reference
Activity Overview
Get the whole class involved in creating a class picture that you can print out and hang on the wall or display digitally! Students can have fun finding a character that looks like them and placing them in the picture. Teachers could also ask students to add a decoration to the classroom or have their character hold something of importance to them to personalize the portrait even further! Teachers will have to enable collaboration and ensure that all students are working on the same storyboard.
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 class portrait using Storyboard That!
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment” and give it a name.
- Have students come up one by one and find a character that they think looks like them.
- Have students customize the character they way they would like.
- Arrange all of the characters to look like they are posing for a class picture! Have fun!
- Click "Save and Exit" when you are done.
- Print and display!
Teachers may also choose to enable Real-Time Collaboration and have students work on this assignment on their own devices!
Lesson Plan Reference
How Tos about Class Portrait
How to Facilitate a Virtual Gallery Walk with Class Portraits
Encourage students to share and discuss their personalized class portraits by organizing a virtual gallery walk. This interactive activity allows everyone to appreciate each other's creativity and builds classroom community, whether learning in person or remotely.
Set up a shared digital space for displaying portraits
Create a dedicated slideshow or online bulletin board where all students can upload their finished class portraits. This ensures every student's work is visible and accessible to the whole class.
Schedule time for students to view and comment
Assign a session during class for students to browse the gallery and leave positive, specific feedback on at least two classmates' portraits. Model how to give kind and constructive comments.
Encourage students to present their portraits
Invite students to share their portraits and explain the personal touches they've added. This helps build confidence and supports students in recognizing each other's interests and backgrounds.
Celebrate and reflect as a class
Wrap up the gallery walk by highlighting unique trends or themes noticed in the portraits. Celebrate your class’s diversity and discuss how these differences make your classroom special.
Frequently Asked Questions about Class Portrait
How can I create a collaborative class portrait with my students using Storyboard That?
To create a collaborative class portrait on Storyboard That, enable Real-Time Collaboration, have each student customize a character that represents them, and arrange everyone together to form a class picture. When finished, you can save, print, or display it digitally.
What are some fun ways to personalize a digital class picture?
Encourage students to add decorations to the classroom scene or have their characters hold items that are meaningful to them. This makes the class portrait unique and highlights each student's personality.
Why should I use a class portrait activity for back to school?
A class portrait activity helps students get to know each other, builds classroom community, and creates a welcoming environment at the start of the school year. It also allows students to express themselves creatively.
Can students work together on a class portrait in Storyboard That from their own devices?
Yes, by enabling Real-Time Collaboration in Storyboard That, students can contribute to the same class portrait from different devices at the same time, making the process interactive and inclusive.
What steps should I follow to guide students in making a group class picture?
Start the assignment, have students select and customize characters, arrange them as a group in a class photo format, add personal touches, and save or print the final portrait. Encourage creativity throughout each step!
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