Activity Overview
Each state in our country has its own unique fun facts that kids will love to discover. For this activity, students will create a 3 cell storyboard that depicts some interesting facts they have learned about Arizona. Here are some examples of fun facts:
- Arizona is home to the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World! It's so big that you could fit about 17 Empire State Buildings inside it!
- In Arizona, there's a forest made of stone! The Petrified Forest National Park has trees that turned into colorful rocks over millions of years.
- At a place called Four Corners, you can stand in four states at once! Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah all meet at this special spot.
- The Saguaro cactus is native to Arizona, and can live for up to 200 years and can grow as tall as a five-story building!
- Tombstone, Arizona, is famous for the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, one of the most famous gunfights in the Wild West. Today, visitors can explore this historic town and experience life in the Old West.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard that describes and illustrates 3 interesting facts about Arizona.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a fun fact in each heading.
- In the description box, write a short summary of each heading.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Save often!
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organization | Examples are accurate, complete, well organized, and easy to understand. | Examples are somewhat accurate, complete, well organized, and easy to understand. | Examples are inaccurate, incomplete, disorganized, and difficult to understand. |
| Illustrations | Illustrations depict the written description with clear visuals of appropriate scenes, characters, items, etc. | Illustrations depict the written description but are unclear or incomplete. | Illustrations do not make sense with the written description. |
| Spelling and Grammar | Spelling and grammar is mostly accurate. Mistakes do not get in the way of understanding. | Spelling is inaccurate and hinders full understanding. | Text is difficult to understand. |
Activity Overview
Each state in our country has its own unique fun facts that kids will love to discover. For this activity, students will create a 3 cell storyboard that depicts some interesting facts they have learned about Arizona. Here are some examples of fun facts:
- Arizona is home to the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World! It's so big that you could fit about 17 Empire State Buildings inside it!
- In Arizona, there's a forest made of stone! The Petrified Forest National Park has trees that turned into colorful rocks over millions of years.
- At a place called Four Corners, you can stand in four states at once! Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah all meet at this special spot.
- The Saguaro cactus is native to Arizona, and can live for up to 200 years and can grow as tall as a five-story building!
- Tombstone, Arizona, is famous for the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, one of the most famous gunfights in the Wild West. Today, visitors can explore this historic town and experience life in the Old West.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard that describes and illustrates 3 interesting facts about Arizona.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a fun fact in each heading.
- In the description box, write a short summary of each heading.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Save often!
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organization | Examples are accurate, complete, well organized, and easy to understand. | Examples are somewhat accurate, complete, well organized, and easy to understand. | Examples are inaccurate, incomplete, disorganized, and difficult to understand. |
| Illustrations | Illustrations depict the written description with clear visuals of appropriate scenes, characters, items, etc. | Illustrations depict the written description but are unclear or incomplete. | Illustrations do not make sense with the written description. |
| Spelling and Grammar | Spelling and grammar is mostly accurate. Mistakes do not get in the way of understanding. | Spelling is inaccurate and hinders full understanding. | Text is difficult to understand. |
How Tos about Arizona Fun Facts
Organize research with a classroom Arizona facts chart
Help students gather and sort their Arizona fun facts by creating a big chart on the board or wall. Assign columns for different topics—like nature, history, or landmarks—so kids can add their discoveries and see how facts connect. This makes research visual and collaborative!
Guide students to brainstorm unique Arizona facts
Encourage learners to think beyond the obvious by asking questions about Arizona’s culture, animals, or famous people. Spark curiosity with prompts or fun images, and celebrate creative, lesser-known facts students find.
Model how to summarize a fun fact in kid-friendly language
Demonstrate how to turn research into a simple summary by rewriting a tricky Arizona fact using clear, age-appropriate words. Show students how to highlight what’s most exciting so their storyboard captions are easy to understand and fun to read.
Support students in illustrating their facts with visual details
Remind kids to include key features in their drawings—like the Grand Canyon’s layers or the Saguaro’s arms. Offer examples or drawing tips so students can make their illustrations accurate and eye-catching.
Celebrate and display finished storyboards for class sharing
Showcase students’ hard work by hanging up their storyboards or having a gallery walk. Encourage kids to explain their facts and illustrations, building confidence and classroom pride in their Arizona discoveries.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arizona Fun Facts
What are some fun facts about Arizona for kids?
Arizona is full of amazing facts for kids! It's home to the Grand Canyon, features a petrified forest where trees turned into stone, and has the Four Corners where you can stand in four states at once. The Saguaro cactus grows super tall, and Tombstone is famous for Wild West history.
How can students create a storyboard about Arizona fun facts?
Students can make a 3-cell storyboard by picking three interesting Arizona facts, writing a heading and summary for each, and drawing an illustration that matches each fact. This helps them learn and share in a creative way!
What is the Grand Canyon and why is it special?
The Grand Canyon is a massive gorge in Arizona and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. It's so big you could fit about 17 Empire State Buildings inside! Its unique size and beauty attract millions of visitors each year.
Where can you stand in four states at once in Arizona?
At the Four Corners monument, you can stand in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah all at the same time! It's a unique spot where these four states meet.
What is the Petrified Forest in Arizona?
The Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona is a special place where ancient trees have turned into colorful stone over millions of years, creating a landscape of fossilized wood and amazing rock formations.
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