Back to School Who We Are IB PYP Design A T Shirt Activity

Getting to know your students with this self reflection activity is a win-win, as you encourage them to think critically about the questions in each section of their t shirt. Their thinking is recorded with drawings rather than simply written answers. The back of the t-shirt focuses specifically on Learner Profile and requires a written answer. Throw in some arts and crafts to create the head and shoulders as a self portrait and the final product is a beautifully colourful product that allows everyone to learn a bit more about one another. These look fabulous hanging from the ceiling for back to school night. UK & USA spelling included.

With options for more traditional ‘getting-to-know-you” questions as well as the IB PYP transdisciplinary themes, the children have to think about what each theme means to them or how they can answer the questions, illustrating their thinking within the shape on the t shirt, which requires a bit more thought and planning.

The back of the t shirt brings the vocabulary of the Learner Profile into review and requires the children to really reflect on themselves as learners.

Easy to print and construct, the kids absolutely love this activity which is perfect for back to school, student led conferences and a fun reflection activity.

Take a look at these back to school activities too!

Learner Profile Posters Collaborative Research Activity

Learner Profile Flip Flap Booklet

Back to School & Making Friends Drama Circle

Multiplication Fans for Practice & Review

Editable Back to School Welcome & Procedures Presentation

You can find many more inquiry based tips and tools in my store and on my blog.

Enjoy!

Susan Powers

PYPteachingtools.com