Webs are an excellent tool to help students organize facts in a systematic and visual manner. Students will research Maryland 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 Maryland. This activity could be used as part of a Regions of the United States unit, or as part of an informational research unit.
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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 Maryland.
Student Instructions:
Recognize your students' varied learning needs by offering flexible options for completing the state web. Some may prefer drawing, others writing, and some may benefit from using digital tools. Adjust expectations and supports to help every student succeed and feel included.
Show students what a finished state web should look like by displaying samples. Point out how details, color, and organization make the web easier to read and understand. This builds confidence and clarifies your expectations.
Support students who struggle with writing by giving them sentence starters or key vocabulary about Maryland. This helps them focus on content and boosts participation, especially for English learners or reluctant writers.
Encourage students to talk through their research findings in small groups. This peer interaction builds understanding and generates new ideas for their webs. It also helps clarify misconceptions before they begin organizing their final product.
Integrate digital platforms like Google Drawings or Canva for students who are comfortable with technology. These tools can make organization easier and allow for creative visuals, while also supporting learners who need typing or accessibility features.
A facts web activity for Maryland is a visual tool where students organize key information about Maryland—like its state motto, flower, tree, bird, major cities, famous citizens, statehood date, nickname, and tourist spots—into a connected web diagram. This helps learners understand and recall important facts more easily.
To create a 6 cell spider map for Maryland, write "Maryland" in the center, then branch out six cells labeled with topics such as state motto, flower/tree/bird, cities, famous citizen, date of statehood/nickname, and tourist spot. Students illustrate each cell and write a brief summary beneath each illustration.
A Maryland state research project for grades 4–6 should include the state motto, flower, tree, bird, capital and major cities, famous citizen, date of statehood, nickname, and an interesting tourist spot.
Spider maps (or webs) help elementary students visually organize information, making it easier to see connections between facts and recall details about topics like U.S. states quickly and clearly.
Yes, this web activity format is adaptable for any state or region. Just update the headings to match the new location, encouraging students to research and illustrate key facts relevant to that area.