1. Self Esteem Project Guidelines
Chapter 7:1

2. DO Activity – led by teacher
Black Felt Tip Marker
1 piece of cardstock
Colored pencils
6 Life Strategies

3. Colored Pencil Choose 1 color of colored pencil (or use lead pencil)
Randomly draw swooping lines both horizontally and vertically across your paper (see example)
Choose your 1 or 2 FAVORITE colors of colored pencil for the next task
Color the drawing of yourself using those three colors – this will make “you” stand out from the background
Choose 3 or 4 other colors of colored pencil for the next task
Color the paper to the edges – filling in the puzzle pieces between your swooping lines with the other colors

4. Next…
Use the felt tipped marker to write words that describe the qualities of who you ARE OR who you WANT TO BE (talents and qualities)
You should have AT LEAST 15 words that describe your personality
The words should be written in neat, legible letters around your drawing
You may use words from the following list OR think of your own.

5. Some “I AM” Words to describe your talents and personality
Academic
Scientific
Wise
Easygoing
Honest
Thoughtful
Confident
Loving
Capable
Successful
A winner
Healthy
Amazing
Talented
Respectful
Deliberate
Awesome
Worthy
A learner
Open to new things
Determined
Unique
Special
Positive
Kind
Energetic
Brave
Beautiful
Gentle
Optimistic
Athletic
Loyal
Funny
Fun
Caring
Smart
Truthful
Creative
Artistic
Musical
Helpful
Communicative
Dependable
Reliable
Nice
Inspiring

6. ON BACK
1. List the 6 Lifetime Strategies for raising your self esteem (see next slide).
2. Write a paragraph (5 sentences) that describes the following:
What I like about myself – unique, positive things
What types of things lower my self esteem
What things I can do to raise my self esteem and see myself positively when I am unhappy with myself
Remember: a paragraph must have an INTRODUCTORY sentence AND a CLOSING sentence.
Be DETAILED and SPECIFIC in your writing!

7. Lifetime Strategies Set realistic goals for yourself
Recognize your strengths
Ask for help when you need it
Learn to accept constructive feedback
Learn from your mistakes and failures, but don’t dwell on them
Develop positive character traits