All About Me

Unit: Discovering Me and Others

Year Level: Foundation

Duration: 45 minutes

Class Size: 25 students

Learning Area: Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) - Social Sciences

Curriculum Framework: Western Australian Curriculum Foundation Year (HASS)

Lesson Overview

In this introductory lesson, students will explore their own identity and learn about diversity by sharing personal information such as their names, favourite colours, and family traditions. Through interactive storytelling and guided discussion, students will develop an understanding of identity and diversity, recognising the value of different backgrounds and cultures in their classroom community. Students will create a simple "All About Me" poster that highlights their unique traits and cultural backgrounds, fostering respect and empathy among peers.

Western Australian Curriculum Alignment

Content Descriptions:

HASS Foundation: Personal and family histories — Explore similarities and differences in individuals’ daily lives, including personal characteristics, family traditions and celebrations.【12:AC9HS3K02.md†HASS F-6 Foundation】
HASS Foundation: Community and Culture — Identify aspects of their own identity, including cultural backgrounds, and begin to recognise and respect differences between themselves and others.【12:AC9HS3K02.md†HASS F-6 Foundation】
General Capabilities – Personal and Social Capability:
- Develop self-awareness by recognising their own identity and characteristics.
- Develop social awareness and empathy by appreciating diversity and respecting others.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will:

Share and describe personal characteristics including their name, favourite colour, and family traditions.
Understand the concept of identity as what makes them unique.
Recognise and appreciate diversity in the classroom community.
Create an ‘All About Me’ poster that visually represents their identity and background.
Demonstrate respect and empathy for their classmates’ differences.

Resources and Materials

Large A3 sheets or poster paper per student
Markers, crayons, coloured pencils
Pre-prepared example “All About Me” poster
Simple storybook or pictorial story about diversity and identity (age-appropriate)
Name tags or stickers
Visual aids (pictures of diverse families, traditions, celebrations)

Lesson Structure

Time	Activity	Description	Curriculum Link / Notes
5 min	Welcome and Introduction	Greet students and introduce the topic “All About Me”. Briefly explain what identity means using simple language and visuals: "Identity is what makes you, you!"	Links to self-awareness, Foundation HASS focus on personal characteristics.
10 min	Sharing Circle: Who am I?	Students sit in a circle. Each student shares their name, favourite colour, and a family tradition or something special about their family. Teacher models first with example to scaffold.	Supports oral language development and social skills. Builds empathy through listening to peers.
7 min	Story Time: Diversity and Being Unique	Read or show a story/picture book that introduces the idea of diversity, identity, and respect for differences. Engage students with questions to check understanding (e.g. "What makes people different?", "Why is it good to have friends who are different?").	Builds understanding of cultural diversity and social inclusion.
15 min	Creating 'All About Me' Posters	Students create posters about themselves on A3 sheets. They draw or write their name, favourite colour, family traditions, and anything else that shows who they are. Teachers assist with writing or drawing as needed. Posters can include visual symbols (e.g. flags, favourite food).	Encourages expression of identity through arts, connects personal and social learning.
5 min	Gallery Walk and Reflection	Students place posters around the room and have a short ‘walk’ to look at others’ posters. Teacher facilitates brief discussion focused on respect and appreciating differences. Reinforce messages of empathy and kindness.	Consolidates social awareness, respect for diversity.
3 min	Wrap-Up and Affirmations	Teacher summarises key messages. Ends with a simple class affirmation about being proud of who they are and respecting each other. Reinforce safe, inclusive learning environment.	Supports positive classroom culture and emotional wellbeing.

Assessment and Evidence of Learning

Observation of student participation in sharing circle (engagement and willingness to express personal information).
Completed 'All About Me' posters demonstrating understanding of personal identity and cultural background.
Informal teacher notes on students’ ability to recognise and show respect for diversity during the gallery walk.
Teacher reflection on social interactions and empathy shown during discussion.

Differentiation and Inclusion

Provide additional support for students with English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EALD) by using visuals and peer modelling.
Adapt poster activity for students with fine motor difficulties by allowing digital photos, voice recordings or scribing.
Be culturally responsive by encouraging sharing of diverse family traditions and identities, including First Nations perspectives if comfortable.
Maintain a supportive environment that respects all backgrounds and abilities.

Extension Ideas (Optional)

Create a digital version of the ‘All About Me’ posters using a simple app or interactive whiteboard for sharing with families.
Invite family members to share cultural stories or traditions in a subsequent class activity.

This lesson lays the foundation for later exploration of identity, community, and empathy in the "Discovering Me and Others" unit, directly aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum’s focus on personal and social development within Social Sciences for Foundation students.【12:AC9HS3K02.md†HASS F-6 Foundation】

Teaching Instructions