About This Worksheet
This kindergarten worksheet helps children write about themselves by combining a self-portrait with a simple sentence. Students first draw a picture of themselves in the large box. They then finish the sentence starter, “I am ______.” This gives children an easy way to connect personal identity, drawing, speaking, and beginning writing.
Learning Goals
The main goal is to help children create a simple sentence about themselves. Students practice thinking of a word or phrase that can complete “I am,” such as happy, kind, five, or a student. Drawing themselves first can help them think about what they want to say. These skills support personal narrative writing, vocabulary, oral language, and sentence formation.
Student Tasks
Children draw a picture of themselves in the large space provided. After the drawing is complete, they finish the sentence “I am ______” with a word or short phrase. The “Think More” prompt encourages them to say the sentence aloud to a partner. This gives them practice sharing their writing as well as creating it.
Common Challenges
Some children may not know what kind of word should come after “I am.” Others may want to write a long idea that is difficult for them to spell independently. Beginning writers may also need help leaving spaces between words. A teacher or parent can offer a few simple choices and have the child say the sentence before writing.
Teaching Suggestions
Teachers can brainstorm possible “I am” words with the class before students begin. Parents and homeschool educators can ask questions such as, “How would you describe yourself?” or “What are you good at?” It is fine to support spelling while still letting the child choose the idea. Reading the sentence to someone afterward gives the writing a real audience.
Worksheet Features
The worksheet includes a large self-portrait box and one open-ended sentence frame. The simple format gives children lots of room for drawing without making the writing portion feel overwhelming. A partner-sharing prompt adds an oral language step after the sentence is complete. This page works well for beginning-of-year activities, writing centers, homeschool lessons, or personal writing practice.