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Activity Description: Youth decorate the letters of their name with drawings that show their interests and personality.

Items Needed:

• A piece of paper for each youth
• Coloring Tools (Crayons, Markers, or Colored Pencils)

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 15–20 min):

1. Write name in large letters (3–5 min)
   • Each youth writes their name across the paper using big, clear letters.
   • Letters should be spaced out to leave room for decorating.
2. Decorate each letter (8–10 min)
   • Youth turn each letter into a drawing that shows something about them or surrounded or filled by things they like. Encourage creativity and individuality.
     • Example: An “O” could be turned into a smiley face for someone who loves being cheerful.
     • Example: A “W” could become a person waving their arms with pompoms to represent a love for cheerleading.
3. Share with the group (4–5 min)
   • Youth take turns showing their decorated name and explaining one or two drawings. Celebrate the different styles and interests.

Variations

• Team Project: Youth can draw the group’s name instead of their individual names and decorate the letters together.
• Themes: Assign a theme for the drawings, such as hobbies, favorite activities, or things related to the group’s interests.

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