Activity Overview
Webs are an excellent tool to help students organize facts in a systematic and visual manner. Students will research Hawaii and use the blank template provided to show what they have learned. They will then create a 6 cell web that includes the state motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot for Hawaii. This activity could be used as part of a Regions of the United States unit, or as part of an informational research unit.
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 6 cell web that includes the state motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot for Hawaii.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write the state name in the middle space.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading (Cities, State Motto, etc.) using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each heading in the space below the illustration.
- 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
Webs are an excellent tool to help students organize facts in a systematic and visual manner. Students will research Hawaii and use the blank template provided to show what they have learned. They will then create a 6 cell web that includes the state motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot for Hawaii. This activity could be used as part of a Regions of the United States unit, or as part of an informational research unit.
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 6 cell web that includes the state motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot for Hawaii.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write the state name in the middle space.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading (Cities, State Motto, etc.) using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each heading in the space below the illustration.
- 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 Facts About Hawaii Activity
Engage Students with a Hawaii Web Gallery Walk
Encourage students to display their completed Hawaii webs around the classroom, then lead a gallery walk where classmates review and discuss each other's work. This interactive approach helps students learn from multiple perspectives and reinforces key facts.
Set clear expectations for student presentations
Explain what you want students to focus on when sharing their webs, such as highlighting unique facts or creative illustrations. This gives students confidence and helps them prepare to speak clearly and concisely.
Model how to give positive, specific feedback
Show students examples of effective feedback, emphasizing comments like, “I liked how you used color to show the state flower” or “Your summary about the famous citizen was very clear”. This builds a supportive classroom environment.
Facilitate peer conversations with guiding questions
Give students prompts such as “What did you find most interesting?” or “How is your web similar or different?” to encourage deeper discussion and critical thinking during the gallery walk.
Wrap up with a class reflection
Bring students together to share what they learned and what surprised them about Hawaii. Highlight how visual organization helped them remember facts, reinforcing the value of webs for research projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about Facts About Hawaii Activity
What is a facts web activity for teaching about Hawaii?
A facts web activity is a visual organizer where students research key information about Hawaii—such as its state motto, flower, tree, bird, capital, major cities, famous citizens, statehood date, nickname, and tourist spots—and display these facts in a 6-cell spider map for easy reference and learning.
How do I create a Hawaii facts web with my students?
To create a Hawaii facts web, have students write "Hawaii" in the center of a blank template, then fill six surrounding cells with researched facts (like state symbols, cities, famous people, and tourist attractions). Each cell should include a summary and a small illustration representing the fact.
What information should be included in a Hawaii spider map for elementary students?
A Hawaii spider map should include the state motto, flower, tree, bird, capital city and major cities, a famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot to give students a well-rounded overview.
Why are spider maps useful for K-12 research activities?
Spider maps help K-12 students organize facts visually, making it easier to connect ideas, summarize research, and remember key information. They support comprehension, creativity, and engagement during informational units or state studies.
What are some creative ways to illustrate Hawaii facts in a classroom web activity?
Students can use drawings of Hawaii’s state flower (hibiscus), a volcano for major cities, a portrait for a famous citizen, or a beach scene for a tourist spot. Using colorful images, symbols, and relevant characters makes the web engaging and memorable.
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