Brainstorm Your Own

Worksheet Description

This worksheet provides a framework for students to craft their own motto. It begins with a brief explanation of what a motto is: a concise statement that encapsulates the purpose, beliefs, or character of an individual, group, or organization. The worksheet then offers a structured organizer with prompts to guide students in brainstorming a motto. The prompts ask who the motto is for, what values and beliefs are central to the individual or group, and what structure the motto will take, providing an example for clarity.

The worksheet is designed to teach students the creative process of formulating a motto. It guides them in identifying core values and beliefs that are significant to themselves or a chosen entity and then encapsulates these ideas into a concise, impactful statement. The activity encourages reflection on what principles are most important to the students or their chosen subject, and how to express these principles in a memorable way. This task not only fosters creativity but also critical thinking and self-exploration, as students learn to distill complex ideas into a simple yet profound expression.