Activity Overview
Webs are an excellent tool to help students organize facts in a systematic and visual manner. Students will research New Mexico 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 New Mexico. 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
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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 New Mexico.
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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico. 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.)
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 New Mexico.
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 New Mexico Activity
Organize research materials for efficient fact-finding
Gather all books, articles, and digital sources about New Mexico before starting the project. This makes it easier for students to access information and keeps the research process organized and focused.
Demonstrate how to take effective research notes
Model how to jot down short, meaningful notes instead of copying full sentences. Emphasize keywords and main ideas so students can summarize facts in their own words for each web cell.
Guide students in creating a rough draft of their web
Encourage students to sketch their 6 cell web on scrap paper first. Let them plan where each fact or illustration will go, making it easier to organize thoughts before moving to the final template.
Teach how to add creative, accurate illustrations
Show students how to draw or find images that represent each fact, such as the state bird or famous cities. Discuss how visuals help make their web more engaging and memorable.
Review and revise completed webs for accuracy
Lead a quick check for correct facts and clear summaries. Encourage students to proofread and make sure each cell is complete before turning in their work.
Frequently Asked Questions about Facts About New Mexico Activity
What is a 6 cell web activity for learning about New Mexico?
A 6 cell web activity is a visual organizer where students research key facts about New Mexico—like the state motto, flower, tree, bird, capital cities, famous citizens, date of statehood, nickname, and tourist spots—and present them in six connected sections for easy understanding.
How do I create a spider map for New Mexico facts in my classroom?
To create a spider map, have students write "New Mexico" in the center, then draw six branches for categories like cities, state symbols, famous people, history, nickname, and tourist spots. Add illustrations and short summaries for each branch to organize research visually.
What topics should students include in a New Mexico state research web?
Students should include the state motto, flower, tree, bird, capital and major cities, a famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot to create a complete research web about New Mexico.
Why are webs or spider maps helpful for teaching state facts to grades 3–6?
Webs or spider maps help students organize information visually, making it easier to connect facts and remember details about New Mexico. They're especially effective for grades 3–6 because they support both research and creative thinking skills.
What is the best way to use this New Mexico web activity in a Regions of the United States unit?
The best way is to assign each student or group a state, have them complete the New Mexico web activity, then present their findings. This encourages comparison between states and reinforces regional differences and similarities in the United States.
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