Activity Overview
Students can demonstrate their knowledge about a particular country by creating a 10-cell narrative storyboard that answers prompts with pictures and text. For this activity, students can choose a character to represent a tour guide for the country. Their character will relay important facts about the country such as its name, a typical greeting, location, flag, capital, traditional food, local customs and traditions, traditional music, popular tourist destinations, and a typical farewell. In this way, students can focus on interesting and important facts about a country while having fun taking a "virtual tour" with a tour guide! Their character can be themselves, or a person from the country.
Students will be able to get creative by giving their character a name and relating facts through dialogue (speech bubbles) in addition to the description boxes. They should include landscapes, towns, or cityscapes that resemble their country, symbols, flags, and other designs and items relevant to the country. Teachers can assign countries to students, or have them choose from a predetermined list.
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 10-cell storyboard that answers the prompts and includes illustrations and speech bubbles to explain important facts about a country.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment"
- Using the template, answer the prompts for each cell.
- Include a character and design illustrations that include scenes and items to answer the prompt for each cell.
- Give your character speech bubbles where and write their explanation of the answers to the prompts for each cell.
- Save and exit when you're finished.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
1. country name
2. typical greeting
3. location
4. flag
5. capital
6. typical food
7. local customs or traditions
8. traditional music
9. popular tourist spots
10. typical farewell
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Writing and Grammar usage | All of the descriptions are detailed and complete. They answer the prompts accurately and are grammatically correct. | Most of the descriptions are detailed and complete. They answer most of the prompts accurately with only a few grammatical errors. | Only some of the descriptions are detailed and complete and there are many grammatical errors. |
| Illustrations | All of the illustrations clearly depict the written descriptions using appropriate characters, scenes and items. | Most of the illustrations depict the written descriptions using appropriate characters, scenes and items. Some are unclear or unfinished. | Only a few of the illustrations depict the written descriptions using appropriate characters, scenes and items. Most are unclear or unfinished. |
| Effort | All of the work is complete, thorough, and neat. It is evident student put forth a lot of effort | Most of the work is complete, thorough, and neat. It is evident student put forth some effort. | Only some of the work is complete, thorough, and neat. It is evident student did not put forth adequate effort. |
Activity Overview
Students can demonstrate their knowledge about a particular country by creating a 10-cell narrative storyboard that answers prompts with pictures and text. For this activity, students can choose a character to represent a tour guide for the country. Their character will relay important facts about the country such as its name, a typical greeting, location, flag, capital, traditional food, local customs and traditions, traditional music, popular tourist destinations, and a typical farewell. In this way, students can focus on interesting and important facts about a country while having fun taking a "virtual tour" with a tour guide! Their character can be themselves, or a person from the country.
Students will be able to get creative by giving their character a name and relating facts through dialogue (speech bubbles) in addition to the description boxes. They should include landscapes, towns, or cityscapes that resemble their country, symbols, flags, and other designs and items relevant to the country. Teachers can assign countries to students, or have them choose from a predetermined list.
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 10-cell storyboard that answers the prompts and includes illustrations and speech bubbles to explain important facts about a country.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment"
- Using the template, answer the prompts for each cell.
- Include a character and design illustrations that include scenes and items to answer the prompt for each cell.
- Give your character speech bubbles where and write their explanation of the answers to the prompts for each cell.
- Save and exit when you're finished.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
1. country name
2. typical greeting
3. location
4. flag
5. capital
6. typical food
7. local customs or traditions
8. traditional music
9. popular tourist spots
10. typical farewell
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Writing and Grammar usage | All of the descriptions are detailed and complete. They answer the prompts accurately and are grammatically correct. | Most of the descriptions are detailed and complete. They answer most of the prompts accurately with only a few grammatical errors. | Only some of the descriptions are detailed and complete and there are many grammatical errors. |
| Illustrations | All of the illustrations clearly depict the written descriptions using appropriate characters, scenes and items. | Most of the illustrations depict the written descriptions using appropriate characters, scenes and items. Some are unclear or unfinished. | Only a few of the illustrations depict the written descriptions using appropriate characters, scenes and items. Most are unclear or unfinished. |
| Effort | All of the work is complete, thorough, and neat. It is evident student put forth a lot of effort | Most of the work is complete, thorough, and neat. It is evident student put forth some effort. | Only some of the work is complete, thorough, and neat. It is evident student did not put forth adequate effort. |
How Tos about Narrative Tour of a Country
Organize Storyboard Research Efficiently
Have students gather key facts about their country using a graphic organizer before starting their storyboard. This helps them sort information by category (like food, customs, or landmarks) and ensures no important details are missed during creation.
Create Visual References for Accurate Illustrations
Encourage students to collect or print out images of the country’s landmarks, flags, and scenes. Visual references boost accuracy and inspire more creative, detailed storyboard drawings.
Draft Dialogue Using Realistic Language
Guide students to write speech bubbles in the style of a friendly tour guide, using simple greetings, facts, and phrases a real guide might use. This makes the narrative engaging and accessible for all readers.
Review for Factual Accuracy and Cultural Respect
Ask students to double-check facts and illustrations for accuracy and cultural sensitivity. Encourage peer reviews or use a checklist to ensure respectful, reliable presentations.
Share and Celebrate Storyboards in Class
Arrange a gallery walk or digital showcase where students present their storyboards. This builds confidence, encourages peer learning, and sparks interest in world cultures.
Frequently Asked Questions about Narrative Tour of a Country
What is a narrative tour of a country activity for students?
A narrative tour of a country is a creative classroom activity where students design a 10-cell storyboard featuring a tour guide character who shares key facts about a selected country, including its name, location, customs, food, and more, using images and dialogue.
How can I guide students to create a country storyboard with a tour guide character?
Encourage students to choose or invent a tour guide character, then fill each storyboard cell with facts, illustrations, and speech bubbles that answer prompts about the country’s geography, culture, and traditions.
What prompts should be included in a country storyboard lesson?
Key prompts include: country name, greeting, map/location, flag, capital city, traditional food, local customs, music, tourist destinations, and a farewell phrase. Each prompt helps students explore different aspects of the country.
Why use narrative storyboards for teaching world geography?
Narrative storyboards make world geography engaging by combining research, creativity, and storytelling. Students retain information better when they illustrate facts and present them through a character’s perspective.
What are some tips for making country storyboards engaging and informative?
Encourage students to use vibrant illustrations, relevant symbols, and authentic dialogue in speech bubbles. Let them personalize their tour guide character and include local landscapes or cultural items for visual interest.
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