Get Acquainted Slide

Step 1:

Designed by Traci Armbrust

Start the school year off with this fun ice-breaking activity. Ask each student to decorate a slide with a self portrait, then fill in the front space with categories such as favorite food, color and sport. Put answers on the back, then exchange sllide with classmates.

Key Concepts:

Writing

Grades:

3 - 8

Curriculum:

Language Arts

Machines:

• MARK IV
  Roller Die Cutting Machine

AccuCut® Dies:

• Confetti Mini
• Practice Slide #2
  (2-Die Set) Jumbo

Other Materials:

• Adhesive
• Cardstock -- Multiple Colors
• Computer and Printer
• Sticker Letters, 1/2"

Tips:

This slide is great for practicing concepts in any area of the curriculum.

Instructions:

1. Cut slide cover and adhere shut.
2. Cut slide from different color and slide into cover. Type or allow children to print five or six questions about themselves in front opening of slide cover.
3. Turn slide around and write answers to questions in back opening.
4. Adhere photo of child to front and decorate with die cuts or stickers.
5. Write or use sticker letters to place child's name and date on slide front.