Back to School Activity - Designing an App Get to Know You Creative Assignment

This back to school activity gives students a structured, creative way to introduce themselves at the beginning of the year. In this assignment, students design four original phone or tablet apps that represent different aspects of their personality, interests, strengths, or goals. For each app, students create a name, design a logo, and write a short description explaining what the app does and why it represents them. Instead of completing a traditional “about me” worksheet, students share information through a format that feels current and engaging. The final products create a colorful display while also giving teachers meaningful insight into their students’ personalities and interests.

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Included In Back To School Activity Designing An App:

➡️ Back To School Activity App Templates: This resource includes five colorful tablet-style templates that guide students through the process of designing four original apps. Clear directions prompt students to name each app, design a simple logo, and write a description explaining its purpose and personal significance. The layout keeps the activity organized while still allowing room for creativity. Students think intentionally about how their apps represent hobbies, talents, values, or goals, turning a simple icebreaker into a meaningful introduction.

➡️ Back to School Activity App Display Poster: This printable poster can be placed above your classroom or hallway display to showcase student work. Once projects are completed, the app designs can be displayed together to create a visually engaging “class app store” wall. The display not only celebrates creativity but also helps students learn about their classmates in a structured, low-pressure way.

What Teachers Are Saying About This Back To School Activity Designing An App:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really fun and lower stakes beginning of the year activity that helps students get comfortable and get to know each other. Love it!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My Grade 8s loved this activity. I had them present it to the class and it helped them get to know each other in a different way. They loved making it.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Engaging idea for the beginning of the school year to get to know the students! Also can be used in conjunction with a literature unit where the students come up with apps for a main character. Thanks!

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