1. JANUARY IDENTITY NARRATIVE PAGE: SYMBOLISM A symbol is something concrete that stands for something abstract. For example, the American flag stands for patriotism, and a rose represents love. It can be an object, character, or an action.  Decide on two characteristics or attributes that you have that are abstract qualities.  Create a symbol to represent these characteristics about you; this symbol may be unoriginal (already exists) or original (something that you create).  Write a descriptive, thorough and clear response that explains your symbol and the qualities that it represents.

2. WRITTEN SECTION AND VISUAL Include the following in your written section:  An explanation and definitions of the qualities/characteristics you have chosen  Explain how and why they are important/significant to you  Describe and explain all aspects of your symbol  Colors, features, size, specific details, and if it is unoriginal or original in its design Visual:  Create a unique symbol. Draw or design your symbol. Be creative!  Remember the symbol can be original (something you create) or unoriginal (something that already exists that you re- design)

3. YOUR IDENTITY NARRATIVE PAGE MUST INCLUDE: 1.One 8.5x11 piece of cardstock. 2. VISUAL - Symbol 3. WRITING– Typed and attached to the base page. ***most important part – be detailed and specific!! 4. Border – create a border for your page – all the way around or down one side. 5. Title – give your page an original and creative title 6. Name – your name as the author must be on the front of the page DUE DATE: *These will be shared in class.

4. FORM - AUDIENCE – Mrs. Keppley and peers TOPIC – a symbol that represents abstract qualities about you PURPOSE – to explain, describe, and/or inform PLANNING – writer’s notebook