Activity Overview
Webs are an excellent tool to help students organize facts in a systematic and visual manner. Students will research Ontario, or another province in Canada, and use the blank template provided to show what they have learned. Students will create a 6 cell web that includes facts about the province like the motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of joining the Canadian Confederation, and interesting tourist spots. This activity could be used as part of a Canada unit of study, 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 motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of joining Canadian Confederacy, and an interesting tourist spot in Ontario.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write the province name in the middle space.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading (Cities, Motto, etc.) using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each heading in the space below the illustration.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The descriptions are clear and at least two sentences. | The descriptions can be understood but it are somewhat unclear. | The descriptions are unclear and are not at least two sentences. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
Activity Overview
Webs are an excellent tool to help students organize facts in a systematic and visual manner. Students will research Ontario, or another province in Canada, and use the blank template provided to show what they have learned. Students will create a 6 cell web that includes facts about the province like the motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of joining the Canadian Confederation, and interesting tourist spots. This activity could be used as part of a Canada unit of study, 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 motto, flower, tree, and bird, capital and other major cities, a famous citizen, date of joining Canadian Confederacy, and an interesting tourist spot in Ontario.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write the province name in the middle space.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading (Cities, Motto, etc.) using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each heading in the space below the illustration.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The descriptions are clear and at least two sentences. | The descriptions can be understood but it are somewhat unclear. | The descriptions are unclear and are not at least two sentences. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
How Tos about All About Ontario
Engage students with a collaborative Ontario web-building activity
Boost engagement by having students work in small groups to create shared webs. Collaboration encourages discussion, deeper research, and the sharing of unique perspectives about Ontario's facts.
Assign specific web cells to each student for focused research
Divide responsibility so each group member researches one or two categories (like cities or famous citizens). This approach ensures all web sections are thoughtfully completed and students become 'experts' in their assigned area.
Guide students to use a variety of research sources
Encourage students to explore books, credible websites, and videos for gathering facts. Model how to cite sources and verify information for accuracy.
Facilitate a group discussion to combine and revise web information
Host a discussion where students share findings and collaborate to synthesize facts for each web cell. This helps build teamwork and ensures a well-rounded final product.
Present completed webs and provide positive, constructive feedback
Have groups present their Ontario webs to the class. Offer specific praise and suggestions for improvement, fostering confidence and reinforcing research skills.
Frequently Asked Questions about All About Ontario
What is a 6 cell web for researching Ontario?
A 6 cell web is a graphic organizer where students fill six sections with facts about Ontario, such as its motto, flower, tree, bird, capital cities, a famous citizen, Confederation date, and tourist spots. This helps organize research visually.
How do I use a spider map to teach about Canadian provinces?
To use a spider map, place the province name in the center and create branches for key facts like motto, symbols, cities, famous people, and historical events. Students add summaries and illustrations for each branch to reinforce learning.
What are some key facts students should include in an Ontario web activity?
Students should include Ontario's motto, provincial flower, tree, bird, capital and major cities, a famous citizen, the date it joined Confederation, and an interesting tourist spot.
What is the best way to help students organize research about a Canadian province?
The best way is to use a visual template like a spider map or web, where students categorize information under clear headings and use illustrations to enhance understanding and recall.
How can I make a research activity about Ontario engaging for grades 3-6?
Make the activity engaging by having students draw illustrations for each fact, use colorful templates, and encourage creativity in representing symbols, cities, and famous Ontarians. Interactive assignments appeal to younger learners.
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