# Lesson 161: Who am I?

🟡 SOCIAL STUDIES (40 Lessons) • 🟡 A. Me and my identity

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## Objective

I can say my name, share some things I like, and talk about what makes me special.

## Materials

- Simple "About me" page or notebook
- Crayons, pencils, or markers
- Mirror (optional) to look at their face while drawing
- Small sticky notes or cards for words like kind, helper, friend

## Mini-lesson — Who am I?

Every person is special. You are you. No one else in the world is exactly the same as you.

Things that help answer "Who am I?"

- Your name and how you like people to say it.
- Things you like, such as colours, games, or foods.
- Things you are good at, like drawing, running, or helping.
- Words that fit you, such as kind, curious, or friendly.

Kind identity sentences

- "I am [your name]."
- "I like ...."
- "I am good at ...."
- "I am a kind friend."

Everyone is different

- We do not all like the same things.
- We may speak different languages at home.
- We may have different hair, skin, and eye colours.
- We can still be friends and show respect.

It is important to know and say what you like about yourself in a kind and respectful way.

Picture strip: About me bubble map

## Guided Practice — My "About me" page

You will make a simple "About me" page to show who you are.

1. At the top of the page, write: "Who am I?"
2. Draw a picture of your face and body. Add your hair, eyes, and a favourite shirt.
3. Under your picture, write or trace: "My name is _____ ."
4. On one side, write or draw "I like _____ " (for example, a game, animal, or food).
5. On the other side, write or draw "I am good at _____ " (for example, drawing, building, helping).
6. At the bottom, add one kind word about yourself, such as "kind", "helpful", or "curious".
7. Practise reading your page aloud to an adult using full sentences.

Tracing Pad
Lines
Trace
Pen

## Practice — Who am I? circle share

Use your "About me" page to share one or two things about yourself in a kind way.

1. Sit in a small circle with an adult or with your family.
2. When it is your turn, hold your page and say: "My name is _____ . I like _____ . I am good at _____ ."
3. Listen carefully when others share. Show respect by looking at the speaker and staying quiet.
4. After each person speaks, you may say one kind sentence such as "Thank you for sharing" or "I like that about you".
5. At the end, tell an adult one thing you are proud of about yourself.

## Quick Check — Who am I?

Answer each question about kind identity, respect, and fair choices. These questions do not judge families, languages, or culture. Everyone is different in a good way.

1) A friend tells you their name. What is a kind reply?

"Your name is strange." "Nice to meet you!" "I won’t say your name."
We greet people with kindness.

2) Which sentence tells something kind about yourself?

"I am a helpful friend." "I am better than everyone." "I don’t care about anyone."
Identity should not hurt others.

3) A friend likes a different game than you. What should you do?

Say their game is silly. Tell them to stop liking it. Say "That’s cool!" and listen.
Different likes are part of identity.

4) Someone speaks a different language at home. What should you do?

Tell them to stop. Say "That’s cool!" and listen. Laugh at them.
Languages are part of identity. We respect them.

5) Three children want the same crayon. What is fair?

Take turns with the crayon. Keep it for yourself. Give it only to your best friend.
Fairness helps everyone feel included.

6) A classmate is shy about sharing. What can you do?

Tell them to hurry and shout. Be quiet, listen, and smile. Say "Your page is boring."
Kind listening helps others feel safe.

7) Which respectful identity sentence is correct?

"I am better than everyone." "Only I am important." "I am a kind friend."
Identity should be kind, not comparing.

8) Someone shares about their family. What can you say?

"My family is better." "I like that!" "That’s weird."
We respect all families.

9) When someone shows their drawing, what should you do?

Look at the drawing and listen. Talk loudly to your friend. Say "Mine is better."
Listening shows respect for their identity.

10) Why is it good to learn about who you are?

So you can copy everyone. So you can feel proud and make kind choices. So you can decide who is better.
Knowing yourself helps you choose kindness.

## Assessment (parent/teacher)

Student can say their name and one or two things they like. Student can name at least one strength (for example, helpful, good at drawing). Student uses simple identity sentences such as "I am ..." and "I like ...". Student shows respect when listening to others share about themselves. Student understands that everyone is special and different in a good way.

## Exit ticket (student)

😀 I can talk about who I am and what makes me special. 🙂 I can share some things about myself, but I want more practice. 😅 Talking about myself still feels a bit tricky.

#### Next time I will practise…

Saying "I am" and "I like" sentences Using kind words to describe myself Listening respectfully when others share
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