Activity Overview
Kansas 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 Kansas. 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 Kansas include Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Monument Rocks, the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, Flint Hills National Scenic Byway, Dodge City, Botanica, the Wichita Gardens, and the Kansas Speedway.
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 Kansas.
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
Kansas 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 Kansas. 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 Kansas include Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Monument Rocks, the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, Flint Hills National Scenic Byway, Dodge City, Botanica, the Wichita Gardens, and the Kansas Speedway.
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 Kansas.
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 Kansas Landmark Postcard
Organize a classroom postcard exchange with another school
Connecting your students with a classroom in another city or state helps them learn about different places and cultures. Coordinate with another teacher to swap postcards, giving your students a real audience and building excitement for the project. This adds real-world relevance and communication practice.
Prepare your students by researching unique Kansas landmarks
Guide students to explore diverse Kansas landmarks using books, videos, or websites. Assign small groups different sites to investigate, then share findings with the class. This ensures everyone has background knowledge and inspires creativity.
Model how to write a friendly, informative postcard
Show students how to combine facts with personal touches in their writing. Write a sample postcard as a class, pointing out how to greet the recipient, describe the landmark, and add a fun closing.
Incorporate map skills by locating landmarks on a Kansas map
Have students find and mark their chosen landmarks on a classroom map of Kansas. This builds geography skills and helps students visualize where each site is located.
Display finished postcards for a classroom gallery walk
Invite students to share their work by arranging the postcards around the room. Students can walk around, read each other's notes, and learn about multiple Kansas landmarks in an engaging way.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kansas Landmark Postcard
How do I create a Kansas landmark postcard activity for my students?
To create a Kansas landmark postcard activity, use a 2-cell poster template where students illustrate a Kansas landmark on one side and write a note with at least one fact about the site on the other. Include creative touches like a fun stamp and a made-up address for engagement.
What are some popular Kansas landmarks students can feature on their postcards?
Popular Kansas landmarks students might showcase include Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Monument Rocks, Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, Flint Hills National Scenic Byway, Dodge City, Botanica, the Wichita Gardens, and Kansas Speedway.
What should students include in the written part of their Kansas postcard?
Students should write a note to a friend or family member describing the Kansas landmark they "visited," and include at least one factual detail about the site. Creativity in the address and stamp is encouraged.
What grade levels is the Kansas landmark postcard activity best suited for?
This activity is ideal for students in grades 3-6, as it reinforces research, creativity, and communication skills while introducing Kansas geography and history.
Why is creating postcards about Kansas landmarks beneficial for students?
Making postcards helps students connect with Kansas's history and geography, practice research and writing, and express creativity. It also encourages engagement by allowing them to share fun facts in a personal, imaginative way.
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