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My symbol I chose for myself
The symbol I would chose for myself would be a book a person of knowledge someone who you can go to for advice the person who can take away pain when you get lost into it thats what i am like
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a supremely secure vault. I choose this symbol because all my friends usually look to me when they have troubles or things that they don’t feel confident in sharing with numerous people. A vault is strong and no matter what, would never ever let go of its components. If you don’t know where to put a prized possession, a vault is always the place to put it in. It solves that particular problem. I love to listen to my friends worries and help them out with the best advice I can. Also, if I swear to secrecy I will never let it slip. And that is why I see myself as a vault.
Brian Patten
Week 4
My Symbol:
My symbol is a snake a snake slithers around a lot. I have chosen this symbol because I like to move around a lot and try new things.
There was a woman
Walking down a dark, empty
Ally way when
She was going
Back
She saw some women doing
Bad
Stuff then she look and saw
Jail then she
Said she wanted to be bad
And she comes out of jail
But
She was going ramp page
On the
Sheet
Then
She went to
Jail gaining.
From ADAM LANCASTER
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a bike I chose this symbol because I am always striving for higher levels and peaks. I get through every situation, physical and mental, thrown at me and strive to get to the finish. I am continuously moving on to new places at different speeds. I am steady in my working, not to let my rider fall off and is careful and friendly to others.
That’s a thoughtful response. You’ve given some interesting reasons for your choice of symbol. I wonder if you could write a poem about yourself using the symbol of a bike?
Week 4-brooks
A small dragon
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a smile face symbol. I chose this symbol because I like to make people laugh and feel happy about their life.
Week 4 Brian Patten –A Small Dragon
Symbol.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself
is a paper aeroplane. I chose this symbol because
it represents me as a person who fly’s to people
when they are sad and I cheer them up and then
I leave them when they’re happy.
My Symbol
My symbol is a horse because a horse can be in different moods at any time, and a horse guides its rider and befriends the right friend. A horse you can never predict.
My symbol
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is monkey. I chose this symbol because I am funny and I make my friends laugh and it makes them
laugh there heads of and I make the whole class laugh sometimes.
the symbol that I would represent my self is a blank sheet of paper I choose this symbol because I am ready for my friends to write their struggles on me and I will help solve it like a maths problem. I am also ready to take on world writing my experiences down this is how I would represent my self by kayla
Week 4 Brian Patten a small deagon
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a book because I am always easy opened if someone needs me and I am also here for anybody who needs some help or advice they can just open me up very easily and pull information out if they may need it!
I am a sponge. I soak in knowledge and when I am squeezed I share my knowledge with others. I am also a sponge in a way a because when there is trouble I come and wipe it away. Then I squeeze myself free of the trouble and it is instantly gone. I am a sponge because I am rough on the edges because I am not perfect. That is why I think of myself as a sponge.
The symbol I would chose to represent my self is a doctor I chose this symbol because i am caring I think this because I like to help people sort things out and give advice sometimes; I even hold best friend debates so that they can sort it out also and a doctor is like this because they help people just like I do
Week 4
Brian Pattern
My symbol
I think I’m a flame because……
I come to people like fire going straight up and they are happy I make stay happy if they are not happy face the consequences
My Symbol: A knife
I have chosen a knife because it is known to spread stuff on bread I feel like a knife because I try my best to spread good will. I also spread friendship, kindness and love. I also feel like a knife because I try to cut sin out of my life.
This is an interesting representation. Usually a knife is see as something dangerous or that will cut. However, you’ve looked at it in a new light and shown how it can be positive.
Imaginative work; keep it up.
can Week 4 My Symbol: The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Book. I chose this symbol because my cover isn’t the same as my personality and I can have depth. I am full of joy and I cheer people up when they are sad.
You’ve clearly given this some thought and you show how your personality is like a book in a number of ways. This could make an interesting poem. Perhaps you’d like to try and write one?
You’ve chosen an appropriate symbol for you. As you’ve pointed out an ox is usually linked to strength …. there is a saying (a simile) “as strong as an ox”… have you heard it?
My symbol is glasses shaped like love hearts. I have chosen this symbol because it reflects on me as I’m cheeky, loud and always smiling. I chose glasses because I wear glasses and the hearts are because I care about other people. Also, I see the world with love and happiness.
I like the idea of the glasses reflecting the positive way you see the world… have you heard the expression “seeing the world through rose tinted glasses”… this seems similar?
The symbol I chose to represent me is Technology because I am good at computers. I get through problems with computers. I don’t need help when I am on a computer also, whenever someone needs help people come to me.
My symbol is a mouse because I am very sneaky and I am small like a mouse.
Mice are very intelligint and work together to make things better for the mouse community. I admire this.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Red Panda because I am a bit shy, friendly and caring. Like a Red Panda, I look after my family and friends.
The symbol I think I would represent me is the monkey because I’m mishevious and because I am always in trouble. I think I’m smart as I aim for higher expectations.
Like a monkey I am cheeky and funny and everyone laughs at my jokes. Lastly I think I’m hyperactive since I am always running and jumping around.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is koala bears because they love to cuddle soft things and are cute and adorable with sharp claws and are a bit harsh
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. I can see how the light represents your brightness and “shine” but how does it represent your outgoing personality? Are there any other ways a light represents you?
The symbol I would choose to represent my self would be a sunrise. I chose it because I am always there when someone needs me like the sun. It goes down but never stays there, it always does and always will comes back up.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a pair of boxing gloves. I chose this symbol because it represents that i am brave, courageous and i am ready to take on whatever you throw at me.
From your symbol of the boxing gloves I can see you’re starting to understand symbolism. Perhaps you’re ready to try and write a poem using the symbol of boxing gloves to represent you?
My symbol i would choose to represent myself is stairs going up and on top is a flag and beside the flag is a light bulb. When you reach the top the flag wave really fast and the light bulb shines really light.
I chose this symbol because when my classmates are giving up in what they’re doing,i cheer them up so they can finish it and make everyone happy and proud with them.
It’s interesting to see you thinking about a number of symbols. Stairs are often a powerful symbol in poetry. Langston Hughes wrote a poem called “Mother to Son” when he says life isn’t a crystal stair. What do you think he meant by this? http://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem/177021
The symbol I would choose is a light bulb with a switch that you pull up and try to get 2 of the same fruits and then you get an idea. I chose this symbol because I am always full of ideas and if someone is stuck I can always help. Not only can I help with a question I am also always independent.
The symbol I chose to represent myself is a mountain and a flag at the top.
I chose this symbol because it shows my persistence when im having a challenge which is quite tricky and when im tired i try my best to believe in myself and finish the challenge.
You’ve chosen an interesting symbol but you’ve also provided a detailed explanation of how it represents you. The idea of a mountain representing challenge is a good one and the flag represents conquering that challenge.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a book still being written. I picked this because each chapter of the book is like a new part of my life and I’m learning more things and storing them up in pages of my life.
I like the way you’ve gone beyond a typical form of symbolism, a book and made an important change by stating it is unfinished. This seems subtle and you’ve given interesting explanations for your choice.
Yours is another imaginative symbol… it’s also interesting as one might imagine a magnifying glass might help us to spot new things but you’re suggesting it symbolises how many things are still left undiscovered.
My symbol I would choose to represent myself is an alarm. I choose this because an alarm when anyone calls me I can help them with their troubles and difficulties.
A Small Dragon (Brain Patten, Week 4)
My Symbol
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Flag. I chose this symbol because it shows all the different countries in one world and shows that all the countries represent one whole world. I can unite all the nations and bring peace to the world.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself is a candle. I chose this symbol because a candle brings light when its dark and get people whos lonely to be popeler. From ryan.odonnell
The symbol I would choose to represent myself as, is a Bird flying through the sky. I chose this symbol because I am always flying and searching for new horizons and targets to make for myself and then reaching them. I am also like a bird because I can see over the land fairly and give a fair and honest opinion when asked.
By Oscar
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. Can you think of any other ways a fish represents you? Do you like to be part of a group like a shoal of fish?
I would represent myself as a Lion. I choose this symbol because I am fast and I can see the race ahead, I am also fast and a winner and determined to win. I also chose myself as a Lion because when I see my competitor I show them who I am and they flee from me is several directions.
I am the Winner!
The symbol I would choose to represent myself as is the sky. I chose this symbol because everyone who feels lonely looks up to me and ask me for help. I always try and give them the best to response to them and next time they will know who ask for when they are in the world with no-one but themself. After they ask me they will be transported into the world of friendship where loneliness never existed.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself
is a lion, because when something
Knocks me down I get back up even stronger
Also I am always prepared for the future and
I will stand with what I believe finnaly I
Stand full of pride and also
I respect myself.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a boy. I chose this sign because at times I can be quite boisterous and very cheeky. Boys are good making excuses for themselves so that they do not get into situations they cannot get out of.
When people knock me down I get back up like a soldier and fight for my rights just as many boys do. Majority of boys are caring and always take girls under their wing when they see that they are struggling to defend themselves whilst having an argument.
Cheetah
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a cheetah. I chose a cheetah because in class sometimes I do a lot of cheating and that is what cheetahs do. And also when my friends have a problem I would tell them how to solve it and at the end I will tell them a trick that would cause them to cheat but they would never get into trouble and I wouldn’t get in trouble either.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a scorpion. Scorpions have to survive in very hard conditions and I see that in myself because in certain situations I will always find a way around problems (even in the hardest of obstacles.) I also feel a scorpion represents me as I not afraid to use my sting!
This is a clever symbol. Your reasons are excellent and show you understand symbolism. The next challenge is to write a poem with symbolism. Perhaps you could build on your idea of the scorpion.
The symbol that I chose to represent my self is a rose because,
I am always trying to be loving and I want everybody to smile.
Also as I bloom up I get bigger and stronger. I also I shine in the summer
And just like a rose I go away in the winter and pop back
Up in the summer,
And just like a rose I am not very fond of the winter.
A rose is a symbol many poets use. Why do you think a rose is such a popular symbol? I like the way you’ve highlighted how roses grow and fade. I think poets are always drawn to this.
The symbol i would choose to represent myself is a fox. I chose a fox because i go around looking for anyone that is really upset and look after them also i will also sort out what the problem aswell
The symbol I chose to represent myself is calm waves swaying around with swirls. I chose them because, they really go together and create the inside if me. I am calm and steady like the sea/river water.
My symbol is a book bececause i love reading and i love looking a different genres aswell as one type of book. Also my symbol is a hard back book though because i am quite strong against other people.
My symbol I chose for myself
The symbol I would chose for myself would be a book a person of knowledge someone who you can go to for advice the person who can take away pain when you get lost into it thats what i am like
Hi Raymond,
That’s an interesting choice and from your explanation I can see you’ve really thought about it.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a supremely secure vault. I choose this symbol because all my friends usually look to me when they have troubles or things that they don’t feel confident in sharing with numerous people. A vault is strong and no matter what, would never ever let go of its components. If you don’t know where to put a prized possession, a vault is always the place to put it in. It solves that particular problem. I love to listen to my friends worries and help them out with the best advice I can. Also, if I swear to secrecy I will never let it slip. And that is why I see myself as a vault.
Hi Kimberley,
That’s an interesting and unique choice of symbol to represent someone but you explain the reasons in great depth.
Perhaps you could try writing a poem with the vault as a symbol?
Brian Patten
Week 4
My Symbol:
My symbol is a snake a snake slithers around a lot. I have chosen this symbol because I like to move around a lot and try new things.
Hi Oisin,
A snake certainly seems to suit you based on your energy…
traditionally a snake has been a symbol of evil… think about the snake in the Garden of Eden.
There was a woman
Walking down a dark, empty
Ally way when
She was going
Back
She saw some women doing
Bad
Stuff then she look and saw
Jail then she
Said she wanted to be bad
And she comes out of jail
But
She was going ramp page
On the
Sheet
Then
She went to
Jail gaining.
From ADAM LANCASTER
Hi Adam,
It’s great to see you practising your poetry… I like the way you are playing with short llines… it adds excitement.
Keep on experimenting and working hard.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a bike I chose this symbol because I am always striving for higher levels and peaks. I get through every situation, physical and mental, thrown at me and strive to get to the finish. I am continuously moving on to new places at different speeds. I am steady in my working, not to let my rider fall off and is careful and friendly to others.
Hi Hugo,
That’s a thoughtful response. You’ve given some interesting reasons for your choice of symbol. I wonder if you could write a poem about yourself using the symbol of a bike?
Week 4-brooks
A small dragon
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a smile face symbol. I chose this symbol because I like to make people laugh and feel happy about their life.
Hi Michael,
Making others feel happy is a wonderful ability to have. Lucky you!
Week 4 Brian Patten –A Small Dragon
Symbol.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself
is a paper aeroplane. I chose this symbol because
it represents me as a person who fly’s to people
when they are sad and I cheer them up and then
I leave them when they’re happy.
Hi Tyler,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. I like the way like an aeroplane you arrive and depart. May I ask why did you chose a “paper” aeroplane?
My Symbol
My symbol is a horse because a horse can be in different moods at any time, and a horse guides its rider and befriends the right friend. A horse you can never predict.
Hi Lois,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us…. I like idea of a horse guiding it’s rider… do you guide your friends?
My symbol
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is monkey. I chose this symbol because I am funny and I make my friends laugh and it makes them
laugh there heads of and I make the whole class laugh sometimes.
Hi Tavio,
Monkeys often represent cheekiness too… Making others laugh is a special quality…
the symbol that I would represent my self is a blank sheet of paper I choose this symbol because I am ready for my friends to write their struggles on me and I will help solve it like a maths problem. I am also ready to take on world writing my experiences down this is how I would represent my self by kayla
Hi Kayla,
You’ve really undestood symbolism from your explanation. I think your ideas here would make a fantastic poem….
I’m sure we’d all like to read it if you wrote a poem based on the symbolism of blank sheet of paper.
Week 4 Brian Patten—A small Dragon
My symbol: I would represent myself as a dove because I am calm and peaceful and helping people .
Hi Victoria,
Those are lovely qualities to have. The dove is often a symbol of peace… can you think of any times when you’ve seen the symbol used in this way?
Week 4 Brian Patten a small deagon
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a book because I am always easy opened if someone needs me and I am also here for anybody who needs some help or advice they can just open me up very easily and pull information out if they may need it!
Hi Eden,
This is a thoughtful explanation… you give a number of reasons why a book represents you…
Keep up the hard work.
My symbol
I am a sponge. I soak in knowledge and when I am squeezed I share my knowledge with others. I am also a sponge in a way a because when there is trouble I come and wipe it away. Then I squeeze myself free of the trouble and it is instantly gone. I am a sponge because I am rough on the edges because I am not perfect. That is why I think of myself as a sponge.
Hi Johanna,
This is a fantastic symbol. It’s unusual but your explanations shows how many different ways this can be interpreted.
I’d like to see you write a poem about the sponge representing you. It would be interesting for us all to read.
My Symbol.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a tiger, I chose this because I have many stripes (personalities).I can also be shy at times.
Hi Tyressed,
I like the idea of stripes representing different aspects of a personality.. Tigers are seen as a symbol of danger but you don’t sound dangerous…
Thanks for sharing your symbol with us.
The symbol I would chose to represent my self is a doctor I chose this symbol because i am caring I think this because I like to help people sort things out and give advice sometimes; I even hold best friend debates so that they can sort it out also and a doctor is like this because they help people just like I do
Hi Ebika,
Best friends debates sounds like a great idea; you’re obviously a peace keeper and you help those around you.
Week 4
Brian Pattern
My symbol
I think I’m a flame because……
I come to people like fire going straight up and they are happy I make stay happy if they are not happy face the consequences
Hi Aaron,
This is an excellent choice of symbol… you show many different aspects of fire… then instant heat to the danger.
Keep up the hard work.
My Symbol: A knife
I have chosen a knife because it is known to spread stuff on bread I feel like a knife because I try my best to spread good will. I also spread friendship, kindness and love. I also feel like a knife because I try to cut sin out of my life.
HI Diamond,
This is an interesting representation. Usually a knife is see as something dangerous or that will cut. However, you’ve looked at it in a new light and shown how it can be positive.
Imaginative work; keep it up.
can Week 4 My Symbol: The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Book. I chose this symbol because my cover isn’t the same as my personality and I can have depth. I am full of joy and I cheer people up when they are sad.
HI Alexander,
You’ve clearly given this some thought and you show how your personality is like a book in a number of ways. This could make an interesting poem. Perhaps you’d like to try and write one?
My symbol is an ox, because I’m brave and fast yet cunning and helpful. Also I picked an ox because it’s strong and powerful.
Hi Kevin,
You’ve chosen an appropriate symbol for you. As you’ve pointed out an ox is usually linked to strength …. there is a saying (a simile) “as strong as an ox”… have you heard it?
My symbol is a snail because I am slow to get places, also I am shy and can hide in my shell.
Hi Saim,
That’s a clever idea… I like the idea of retreating into a shell represented wanting to hide and being shy.. .
Perhaps you could write a poem based on the snail?
My symbol is glasses shaped like love hearts. I have chosen this symbol because it reflects on me as I’m cheeky, loud and always smiling. I chose glasses because I wear glasses and the hearts are because I care about other people. Also, I see the world with love and happiness.
Hi Sonya,
I like the idea of the glasses reflecting the positive way you see the world… have you heard the expression “seeing the world through rose tinted glasses”… this seems similar?
The symbol I chose to represent me is Technology because I am good at computers. I get through problems with computers. I don’t need help when I am on a computer also, whenever someone needs help people come to me.
Hi Tahsin,
The idea of representing computers as good at solving problems is a clever idea.
Keep up the hard work.
My symbol is a mouse because I am very sneaky and I am small like a mouse.
Mice are very intelligint and work together to make things better for the mouse community. I admire this.
Hi Ridwhan,
I like the way you’ve moved beyond the obvious representations of a mouse to include the idea of a community …
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Red Panda because I am a bit shy, friendly and caring. Like a Red Panda, I look after my family and friends.
Hi Nicole,
You sound like you have some wonderful attributes like the Red Panda.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself is a monkey because I am good at spottig stuff ,I am a bite shy ,kind , smart and frendly .
Hi Melisa,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. You have a lot of positive qualities.
The symbol I think I would represent me is the monkey because I’m mishevious and because I am always in trouble. I think I’m smart as I aim for higher expectations.
Like a monkey I am cheeky and funny and everyone laughs at my jokes. Lastly I think I’m hyperactive since I am always running and jumping around.
Hi Archie,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us…It’s good to see how many different links you’ve found with a monkey.
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is koala bears because they love to cuddle soft things and are cute and adorable with sharp claws and are a bit harsh
Hi Leah,
I like the way you’ve thought of a symbol that has a number of different ways of reading it; from the soft and cute to the dangerous and harsh.
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Cheetah, I chose this symbol because I’m fast, cunning and also clever.
Hi Shanice,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. Are there any other ways a cheetah could represent you~?
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I choose is a bright light, because I’m bright, outgoing and helpful. And like a light I shine.
Hi Sumaya,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. I can see how the light represents your brightness and “shine” but how does it represent your outgoing personality? Are there any other ways a light represents you?
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would choose to represent my self would be a sunrise. I chose it because I am always there when someone needs me like the sun. It goes down but never stays there, it always does and always will comes back up.
Hi Umera,
I like the symbol you’ve chosen and I think you’ve given some really good reasons why a sunrise would be appropriate.
Keep up the thoughtful work.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a pair of boxing gloves. I chose this symbol because it represents that i am brave, courageous and i am ready to take on whatever you throw at me.
Hi Arianna,
From your symbol of the boxing gloves I can see you’re starting to understand symbolism. Perhaps you’re ready to try and write a poem using the symbol of boxing gloves to represent you?
We’d like to read it.
My symbol i would choose to represent myself is stairs going up and on top is a flag and beside the flag is a light bulb. When you reach the top the flag wave really fast and the light bulb shines really light.
I chose this symbol because when my classmates are giving up in what they’re doing,i cheer them up so they can finish it and make everyone happy and proud with them.
Hi Asma,
It’s interesting to see you thinking about a number of symbols. Stairs are often a powerful symbol in poetry. Langston Hughes wrote a poem called “Mother to Son” when he says life isn’t a crystal stair. What do you think he meant by this?
http://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem/177021
The symbol I would choose is a light bulb with a switch that you pull up and try to get 2 of the same fruits and then you get an idea. I chose this symbol because I am always full of ideas and if someone is stuck I can always help. Not only can I help with a question I am also always independent.
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Hi Tania,
Thank you for sharing your idea with us. It’s a unique and interesting one…is it like a fruit machine? You sound like you have some great attributes.
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I chose to represent myself is a mountain and a flag at the top.
I chose this symbol because it shows my persistence when im having a challenge which is quite tricky and when im tired i try my best to believe in myself and finish the challenge.
Hi Ibrahim,
You’ve chosen an interesting symbol but you’ve also provided a detailed explanation of how it represents you. The idea of a mountain representing challenge is a good one and the flag represents conquering that challenge.
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
The symbol I chose to represent myself is a computer. I chose this symbol because I am skilful and quick.
Hi Jacob,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
Can you think of any other ways you are like a computer? For example do you help to connect people together?
The symbol I chose to represent myself is a circle with an arrow in it (compass) because I know where I want to aim in life.
Hi Serak,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
That’s an interesting and unique symbol… A compass is a symbol poets often like to use.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a book still being written. I picked this because each chapter of the book is like a new part of my life and I’m learning more things and storing them up in pages of my life.
HI Matthew,
I like the way you’ve gone beyond a typical form of symbolism, a book and made an important change by stating it is unfinished. This seems subtle and you’ve given interesting explanations for your choice.
Thank you for your hard work. Keep it up.
I represent myself as a magnifying glass because there are so many things I have not uncovered and analysed yet.
Hi Jessica,
Yours is another imaginative symbol… it’s also interesting as one might imagine a magnifying glass might help us to spot new things but you’re suggesting it symbolises how many things are still left undiscovered.
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a gem because I am unique and no one else can be me!
Hi Kate,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. A gem is indeed unique as I’m sure you are too.
Keep up the hard work.
My symbol
My symbol I would choose to represent myself is an alarm. I choose this because an alarm when anyone calls me I can help them with their troubles and difficulties.
Hi Ryan,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
An alarm is an imaginative symbol and I think you provide a clear reason why.
Keep up the hard work.
A Small Dragon (Brain Patten, Week 4)
My Symbol
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a Flag. I chose this symbol because it shows all the different countries in one world and shows that all the countries represent one whole world. I can unite all the nations and bring peace to the world.
HI Duncan,
It’s great to have aspirations and yours is a great one. I like the idea of a unifying symbol.
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself is a candle. I chose this symbol because a candle brings light when its dark and get people whos lonely to be popeler. From ryan.odonnell
HI Ryan,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
The candle that brings light is a lovely symbol and very vivid. I’m sure it’s a symbol other poets would use in their poems too.
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself as, is a Bird flying through the sky. I chose this symbol because I am always flying and searching for new horizons and targets to make for myself and then reaching them. I am also like a bird because I can see over the land fairly and give a fair and honest opinion when asked.
By Oscar
Hi Oscar,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
The soaring bird is a memorable symbol and you’ve provided some convincing reasons why it is appropriate.
I think you could extend this into a poem and perhaps share it with us.
The symbol I would chose to represent myself is a fish because I love swimming just like they do, and I love moving about .
Hi Ronan,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us. Can you think of any other ways a fish represents you? Do you like to be part of a group like a shoal of fish?
Keep up the hard work.
Lion
I would represent myself as a Lion. I choose this symbol because I am fast and I can see the race ahead, I am also fast and a winner and determined to win. I also chose myself as a Lion because when I see my competitor I show them who I am and they flee from me is several directions.
I am the Winner!
Hi Ceana,
Your symbol seems to build upon the idea of the lion as the king of the jungle. It’s certainly a powerful symbol .
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself as is the sky. I chose this symbol because everyone who feels lonely looks up to me and ask me for help. I always try and give them the best to response to them and next time they will know who ask for when they are in the world with no-one but themself. After they ask me they will be transported into the world of friendship where loneliness never existed.
HI Sophie,
That’s a lovely symbol and explanation. I think you could compose an interesting poem around someone looking at the sky for help….
An imaginative idea. Keep up the hard work.
My symbol
The symbol I would chose to represent myself
is a lion, because when something
Knocks me down I get back up even stronger
Also I am always prepared for the future and
I will stand with what I believe finnaly I
Stand full of pride and also
I respect myself.
HI Leo,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
The lion often represents strength as Ceana suggests too. Can you think of any different attributes the lion may have that also connects with you?
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a boy. I chose this sign because at times I can be quite boisterous and very cheeky. Boys are good making excuses for themselves so that they do not get into situations they cannot get out of.
When people knock me down I get back up like a soldier and fight for my rights just as many boys do. Majority of boys are caring and always take girls under their wing when they see that they are struggling to defend themselves whilst having an argument.
Hi Maya,
That’s an interesting symbol. Can’t girls be cheeky and strong too?
Keep up the hard work.
Cheetah
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a cheetah. I chose a cheetah because in class sometimes I do a lot of cheating and that is what cheetahs do. And also when my friends have a problem I would tell them how to solve it and at the end I will tell them a trick that would cause them to cheat but they would never get into trouble and I wouldn’t get in trouble either.
Hi Michael,
Thank you for sharing your symbol with us.
Do cheetahs really cheat? You sound like you have some clever solutions to problems to share with people.
The symbol I would choose to represent myself is a scorpion. Scorpions have to survive in very hard conditions and I see that in myself because in certain situations I will always find a way around problems (even in the hardest of obstacles.) I also feel a scorpion represents me as I not afraid to use my sting!
Hi Hugo,
This is a clever symbol. Your reasons are excellent and show you understand symbolism. The next challenge is to write a poem with symbolism. Perhaps you could build on your idea of the scorpion.
The symbol that I chose to represent my self is a rose because,
I am always trying to be loving and I want everybody to smile.
Also as I bloom up I get bigger and stronger. I also I shine in the summer
And just like a rose I go away in the winter and pop back
Up in the summer,
And just like a rose I am not very fond of the winter.
HI Keya,
A rose is a symbol many poets use. Why do you think a rose is such a popular symbol? I like the way you’ve highlighted how roses grow and fade. I think poets are always drawn to this.
Keep up the hard work.
The symbol I choose to represent myself is a ball. I chose this symbol because as a ball if I drop I bounce back up.
HI Isiaq,
That’s a clever idea… Are there any other ways you’re like a ball?
The symbol i would choose to represent myself is a fox. I chose a fox because i go around looking for anyone that is really upset and look after them also i will also sort out what the problem aswell
Hi Ethan,
That’s an interesting idea as foxes are often seen as sly and dangerous rather than helpful. Do you see foxes differently?
The symbol I chose to represent myself is calm waves swaying around with swirls. I chose them because, they really go together and create the inside if me. I am calm and steady like the sea/river water.
My symbol is a book bececause i love reading and i love looking a different genres aswell as one type of book. Also my symbol is a hard back book though because i am quite strong against other people.