10 min
simple
emerging

School-Bag Inventory

Pick three objects from your bag and tell their story.

Materials

small object

Best for

students, transitions between home and school

Art form

writing

Not ideal for

Steps

  1. 1Pick three objects from your bag, desk, or pocket.
  2. 2For each, say or write: 'This is here because…'
  3. 3Choose the one that feels most 'you' today.
  4. 4Place it in front of you for one quiet minute.

Reflection prompt

What did your objects say about your day?

Evidence note

Object-based narrative practices support self-reflection and identity work, especially with young people.

Accessibility

Use any three small objects within reach.