Artistic Introduction

Activity Description: Youths decorate the letters of their name with drawings that show their interests and personality.


Items Needed:

  • A piece of paper for each Youth
  • Coloring Tools (Crayons, Markers, or Colored Pencils)

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 15–20 min):

  1. Write name in large letters (3–5 min)
    • Each Youth writes their name across the paper using big, clear letters.
    • Letters should be spaced out to leave room for decorating.
  2. Decorate each letter (8–10 min)
    • Youth turn each letter into a drawing that shows something about them or surrounded or filled by things they like. Encourage creativity and individuality.
      • Example: An “O” could be turned into a smiley face for someone who loves being cheerful.
      • Example: A “W” could become a person waving their arms with pompoms to represent a love for cheerleading.
  3. Share with the group (4–5 min)
    • Youth take turns showing their decorated name and explaining one or two drawings. Celebrate the different styles and interests.

Variations

  • Team Project: Youths can draw the group’s name instead of their individual names and decorate the letters together.
  • Themes: Assign a theme for the drawings, such as hobbies, favorite activities, or things related to the group’s interests.

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  • “Icebreakers and Name Games.” Orange County Department of Education, ocde.us/EducationalServices/CurriculumInstructionandAcademicEnrichment/AVID/Documents/icebreakers.pdf. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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