Learning Objective:

By the end of this activity, students will be able to share personal information and interests, enabling teachers to foster a sense of community and tailor instructional approaches to meet individual student needs. Students will practice communication skills and gain confidence in expressing themselves, while teachers will gather valuable insights to support personalized learning and create a welcoming classroom environment.

How to Use:

1. Preparation:

• • Print enough copies of the "Getting to Know You" worksheet for each student in your class.
  • Gather any necessary materials, such as pencils, crayons, or markers, depending on the activities included in the printable.

1. Introduction:

• • Begin by welcoming the students to the new school year.
  • Explain the purpose of the worksheet: to help everyone learn more about each other and to start building a friendly, supportive classroom community.

1. Activity Instructions:

• • Distribute the worksheets to the students.
  • Go through each section of the worksheet, providing clear instructions and examples if needed. Encourage students to think about their answers and express themselves honestly and creatively.
  • Allow students adequate time to complete each section. Circulate around the room to offer assistance and engage with students as they work.

1. Sharing:

• • Once students have completed their worksheets, organize a sharing session. This can be done in pairs, small groups, or as a whole class.
  • Encourage students to listen respectfully and ask questions to learn more about their classmates.

1. Follow-Up:

• • Collect the completed worksheets and review them to gain insights into each student's interests, preferences, and backgrounds.
  • Use the information gathered to inform your teaching strategies, group formations, and classroom activities throughout the year.
  • Consider displaying the worksheets in the classroom (with students' permission) to create a sense of belonging and celebrate the diversity of the class.
  • Optional: Glue on student portraits to the center of the flower.

1. Ongoing Engagement:

• • Refer back to the worksheets periodically to check in on students' progress and changing interests.
  • Plan follow-up activities or discussions that build on the information shared in the initial "Getting to Know You" exercise.