Maryland 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 Maryland. 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 Maryland include Inner Harbor, Assateague Island National Seashore, Antietam National Battlefield, Ocean City, Annapolis.
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Objective: Create a postcard from a landmark in Maryland.
Student Instructions
Guide students to gather interesting facts about their chosen Maryland landmark by using books or safe online resources. This boosts engagement and ensures their postcards include accurate, unique details.
Show students how to write a short, warm note as if they are really visiting the landmark. Encourage use of descriptive language and personal touches for authenticity.
Provide visual references and break down the drawing process into simple shapes and lines. Support students who may be hesitant about art.
Encourage brainstorming for stamp ideas that represent Maryland, such as state symbols or animals. Let students personalize the stamp to make their postcard stand out.
Have students present their postcards to the class or post them on a bulletin board. This builds confidence and reinforces learning about Maryland’s landmarks.
To create a postcard project about Maryland landmarks, provide students with a 2-cell poster template. Have them illustrate a famous Maryland site in one cell, then write a note including at least one fact about the landmark in the other. Encourage creativity with images, addresses, and a fun stamp.
Popular Maryland landmarks for student postcards include Inner Harbor, Assateague Island National Seashore, Antietam National Battlefield, Ocean City, and Annapolis. Each offers unique history and scenery for students to explore and depict.
Students should write a short note describing the landmark they “visited,” including at least one interesting fact about it. The note can be addressed to a friend or family member and should capture what makes the landmark special.
Make the activity engaging by letting students choose their favorite Maryland site, draw creative scenes, invent fun addresses, and design their own stamps. Consider pairing students or allowing presentations to share what they learned about each landmark.
You’ll need a 2-cell poster template (digital or paper), art supplies or digital drawing tools, and a list of Maryland landmarks. Optional: sample postcards for inspiration and research resources to find facts about each location.