Title: Growing Pains
Book Cover: A colorful illustration of a student sitting at a desk, surrounded by textbooks and school supplies, with a worried expression on their face.
Setting: Middle school, during a math test
Scene 1: The protagonist nervously enters the classroom, clutching their pencil and calculator tightly.
Scene 2: The teacher hands out the math test, and the protagonist feels a wave of anxiety wash over them.
Scene 3: As they flip through the test, the questions look like a foreign language to them.
Scene 4: The protagonist tries to focus and solve the first problem, but their mind goes blank.
Scene 5: Frustration builds as they struggle with each question, feeling like they're falling behind.
Scene 6: A classmate whispers a question, and the protagonist feels the pressure to keep up.
Scene 7: The clock ticks loudly in the silent classroom, adding to the tension.
Scene 8: The teacher announces that time is almost up, and the protagonist panics.
Scene 9: With seconds ticking away, the protagonist hastily fills in the remaining answers.
Scene 10: The teacher collects the tests, and the protagonist feels a mix of relief and dread.
Scene 11: After school, the protagonist sits in their room, surrounded by textbooks and notes, trying to make sense of the material.
Scene 12: A parent enters the room, asking about the test, and the protagonist hesitantly admits to struggling.
Scene 13: The parent offers encouragement and support, reminding the protagonist that it's okay to ask for help.
Scene 14: A lightbulb goes off in the protagonist's head as they realize the importance of seeking assistance when needed.
Scene 15: The protagonist decides to approach the teacher for extra help, feeling determined to improve.
Scene 16: The protagonist is shown studying diligently, with a newfound sense of perseverance and confidence.
What I know now: I learned that it's okay to struggle and ask for help. School can be tough, but with perseverance and support, I can overcome any challenge. This moment taught me the importance of seeking assistance and not being afraid to admit when I need help.
Create a comic strip/graphic memoir about a significant moment in your life that impacted you.
Consider using one of the following:
Notability
Paper
Canva
Google Slides
Other App
You must draw or trace your own illustrations.
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This has to be about school.
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It has to be about you.
Title: Middle School Meltdown
Book Cover: A self-portrait of me holding my head in frustration amidst a cluttered desk of school books and papers.
Setting: Middle school, during a science experiment gone wrong
Scene 1: I walk into the science lab, feeling excited and nervous for the experiment ahead.
Scene 2: My lab partner and I set up the equipment, following the instructions carefully.
Scene 3: As we start the experiment, things quickly start to go wrong.
Scene 4: The beakers spill, the chemicals mix incorrectly, and smoke starts to fill the room.
Scene 5: Panic sets in as we try to contain the situation and fix our mistakes.
Scene 6: The teacher rushes over, assessing the situation with a stern expression.
Scene 7: I feel a mix of embarrassment and disappointment in myself for ruining the experiment.
Scene 8: The teacher lectures us on the importance of following instructions and paying attention in class.
Scene 9: After class, my lab partner reassures me that mistakes happen and it's all part of learning.
Scene 10: At home, I sit at my desk, feeling defeated and worried about my grades.
Scene 11: My parents ask about my day, and I reluctantly admit to the disaster in science class.
Scene 12: They listen patiently and offer words of encouragement, reminding me that everyone makes mistakes.
Scene 13: A spark of determination ignites in me as I realize that I can learn from this experience and do better next time.
Scene 14: I make a study plan and commit to paying more attention in class and asking questions when I don't understand.
Scene 15: The next day, I approach my teacher for extra help and clarification on the experiment.
Scene 16: I'm shown studying diligently, feeling more confident in my abilities and learning from my mistakes.
What I know now: This moment taught me the importance of resilience and learning from failure. It's okay to make mistakes as long as I use them as opportunities to grow and improve. I learned to ask for help when needed and to not be too hard on myself when things don't go as planned. This experience in middle school shaped me into a more determined and resilient student.
Book Cover: A self-portrait of me holding my head in frustration amidst a cluttered desk of school books and papers.
Setting: Middle school, during a science experiment gone wrong
Scene 1: I walk into the science lab, feeling excited and nervous for the experiment ahead.
Scene 2: My lab partner and I set up the equipment, following the instructions carefully.
Scene 3: As we start the experiment, things quickly start to go wrong.
Scene 4: The beakers spill, the chemicals mix incorrectly, and smoke starts to fill the room.
Scene 5: Panic sets in as we try to contain the situation and fix our mistakes.
Scene 6: The teacher rushes over, assessing the situation with a stern expression.
Scene 7: I feel a mix of embarrassment and disappointment in myself for ruining the experiment.
Scene 8: The teacher lectures us on the importance of following instructions and paying attention in class.
Scene 9: After class, my lab partner reassures me that mistakes happen and it's all part of learning.
Scene 10: At home, I sit at my desk, feeling defeated and worried about my grades.
Scene 11: My parents ask about my day, and I reluctantly admit to the disaster in science class.
Scene 12: They listen patiently and offer words of encouragement, reminding me that everyone makes mistakes.
Scene 13: A spark of determination ignites in me as I realize that I can learn from this experience and do better next time.
Scene 14: I make a study plan and commit to paying more attention in class and asking questions when I don't understand.
Scene 15: The next day, I approach my teacher for extra help and clarification on the experiment.
Scene 16: I'm shown studying diligently, feeling more confident in my abilities and learning from my mistakes.
What I know now: This moment taught me the importance of resilience and learning from failure. It's okay to make mistakes as long as I use them as opportunities to grow and improve. I learned to ask for help when needed and to not be too hard on myself when things don't go as planned. This experience in middle school shaped me into a more determined and resilient student.
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