637.Resource, Gordon, I Am Enough: Mentor Text for Identity and Agency (Grades 3-5)

Identity is our self-concept. Agency refers to our capacity to act. The theme of Identity and Agency begins with the self-awareness of one’s own strengths and weaknesses and expands to our capacity to take action and attain goals. This theme includes self-efficacy (believing in oneself), the self-confidence to try difficult or new tasks, perseverance, and resilience.  Identity and Agency are affected by our experiences.

Through a series of similes, this lyrical exploration encourages self-awareness of our strengths and weaknesses and the self-confidence to try new tasks. I Am Enough celebrates kindness and respect for others.

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