| Program Type | Workshop |
| Art Form | Literary Arts & Storytelling |
| Curriculum Connections | Character Education | Social and Emotional Learning | Language Arts/Literacy |
| Target Grades | Pre-K | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Adult | Higher Education | Family |
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Having the opportunity to work with AFLCT has been truly beneficial; they've provided unique experiences that have positively impacted our students. Their professional artists are strong role-models who encouraged students to take risks, find their voices, and be confident young people. They assisted in the process of inspiring our students to discover their individual identities and be able to self-assuredly express and share their ideas and opinions.
Description
The “I Am From” Poem Collage workshop is a creative writing and visual art experience designed for students in grades 5–12 to explore identity, culture, and personal history. “Where I’m From” poem format, participants reflect on the people, places, memories, and traditions that have shaped who they are.
Using guided writing prompts, students craft original “I Am From” poems that celebrate their voices and lived experiences. After completing their poems, they bring their words to life by creating a mixed-media collage using images, colors, and symbols that reflect their stories.
Using guided writing prompts, students craft original “I Am From” poems that celebrate their voices and lived experiences. After completing their poems, they bring their words to life by creating a mixed-media collage using images, colors, and symbols that reflect their stories.
Objectives
Explore and Articulate Identity
Identify and reflect on personal, cultural, and community influences that shape who they are.
Develop Creative Writing Skills
Use imagery, descriptive language, and sensory details to craft an original “I Am From” poem.
Integrate Visual and Literary Art
Transform written work into a visual art piece using collage, color, and symbolism.
Build Confidence in Self-Expression
Share personal stories in a supportive, respectful environment.
Identify and reflect on personal, cultural, and community influences that shape who they are.
Develop Creative Writing Skills
Use imagery, descriptive language, and sensory details to craft an original “I Am From” poem.
Integrate Visual and Literary Art
Transform written work into a visual art piece using collage, color, and symbolism.
Build Confidence in Self-Expression
Share personal stories in a supportive, respectful environment.
Pricing Information
Flexible Pricing
Program Length
60-90 minutes
Participants
25