Activity Overview
Colorado has so many wonderful places to visit, and postcards are a fun way to let others know about where you’ve been! Using the 2 cell poster template provided, students will create a postcard from Colorado. The written part must include at least one fact about the landmark, and the picture must accurately depict the location.
Some popular tourist attractions in Colorado include Rocky Mountain National Park, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde National Park, Coors Field, and Vail Ski Resort.
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 postcard from a landmark in Colorado.
Student Instructions
- Click on “Start Assignment”.
- Create a 2-cell storyboard or use the template provided.
- In the left cell, create an image that depicts the landmark or the state in general using an appropriate scene, characters, and items. Be sure to include the state name somehow.
- In the right cell, write a note to a friend or family member describing the landmark that you have "visited". You must include at least one fact about the landmark.
- On the address lines provided, make up a creative address for the recipient.
- Create a fun stamp in the box in the upper right corner.
- 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
Colorado has so many wonderful places to visit, and postcards are a fun way to let others know about where you’ve been! Using the 2 cell poster template provided, students will create a postcard from Colorado. The written part must include at least one fact about the landmark, and the picture must accurately depict the location.
Some popular tourist attractions in Colorado include Rocky Mountain National Park, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde National Park, Coors Field, and Vail Ski Resort.
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 postcard from a landmark in Colorado.
Student Instructions
- Click on “Start Assignment”.
- Create a 2-cell storyboard or use the template provided.
- In the left cell, create an image that depicts the landmark or the state in general using an appropriate scene, characters, and items. Be sure to include the state name somehow.
- In the right cell, write a note to a friend or family member describing the landmark that you have "visited". You must include at least one fact about the landmark.
- On the address lines provided, make up a creative address for the recipient.
- Create a fun stamp in the box in the upper right corner.
- 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 Colorado Landmark Postcard
Choose a new Colorado landmark for your class postcard project
Encourage students to research and select a lesser-known Colorado landmark, like the Great Sand Dunes or Maroon Bells, to inspire curiosity and variety in the class. This helps students learn about more places while making each project unique.
Provide example postcards to inspire students
Show sample postcards (real or teacher-made) to illustrate creative layouts and interesting facts. This gives students a clear idea of expectations and sparks their imagination.
Guide students to research reliable facts about their landmark
Model how to find trustworthy facts using kid-friendly websites or books. Encourage students to jot down at least two interesting details to choose from for their postcard.
Facilitate peer review for postcard notes
Pair up students to read each other's notes before final submission. Partners can check for accurate facts, clear descriptions, and correct spelling, supporting collaboration and higher quality work.
Display finished postcards on a Colorado landmarks bulletin board
Create a class display featuring each postcard. This builds pride in students' work and helps everyone learn about Colorado's diversity through their peers' projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about Colorado Landmark Postcard
What is the Colorado Landmark Postcard classroom activity?
The Colorado Landmark Postcard activity is a creative lesson where students design a two-cell postcard featuring a famous Colorado landmark. One cell includes a drawing or image of the site, while the other contains a written note with at least one fact about the landmark.
How do students make a postcard for a Colorado landmark in this lesson?
Students use a template or storyboard to create a postcard: they illustrate a landmark or the state in one cell, then write a note describing the landmark and including a fun fact in the other. They also invent a creative address and design a unique stamp.
What are some popular Colorado landmarks students can choose for their postcards?
Popular choices include Rocky Mountain National Park, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde National Park, Coors Field, and Vail Ski Resort.
What skills do students practice with the Colorado Landmark Postcard activity?
This activity helps students practice creative writing, research skills (finding facts), art (illustration), and geography by learning about Colorado landmarks.
Is the Colorado Landmark Postcard activity suitable for group work or individual students?
The lesson is designed for individual or partner work, making it flexible for different classroom needs in grades 3–6.
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