Nevada 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 Tennessee. The written part must include at least one fact about the landmark, and the picture must accurately depict the location. Some examples of tourist attractions in Tennessee are Graceland, Country Music Hall of Fame, The Grand Ole Opry, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Dollywood.
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Student Instructions
Encourage students to research their chosen Tennessee landmark using books, websites, or videos before starting their postcard. This helps them find authentic facts and unique details to include in their writing, making their postcards more informative and engaging.
Show students how to jot down key facts and interesting details about their landmark using simple note-taking charts or sticky notes. This keeps research organized and ensures they have specific information ready for their postcard descriptions.
Help students select one standout fact from their research that will capture the reader’s attention. Encourage them to think about what makes their landmark special or unique and highlight this in their postcard note.
Teach students to put facts into their own words rather than copying directly. Model how to rephrase information in a way that sounds natural and friendly, making their postcards more personal and authentic.
Set up a classroom gallery walk where students display their postcards and read each other’s research-based notes. This promotes pride in their work and helps everyone learn more about Tennessee’s landmarks.
The Tennessee Landmark Postcard activity is a creative assignment where students design a postcard featuring a famous Tennessee landmark. They draw an image of the landmark and write a note with at least one interesting fact, helping them learn about Tennessee’s attractions in a fun way.
To make a postcard about a Tennessee landmark, use the provided two-cell template: draw the landmark on the left side, write a note with a fact on the right, add a creative stamp, and include an imaginative address. Choose landmarks like Graceland or the Smoky Mountains for inspiration.
Easy facts include: Graceland was Elvis Presley’s home, Great Smoky Mountains is America’s most visited national park, Dollywood is a famous theme park, and the Grand Ole Opry hosts legendary country music shows.
Postcard activities engage students visually and creatively, helping them remember facts by associating them with images and personal messages. This hands-on approach supports retention and makes learning about state landmarks more meaningful.
The Tennessee Landmark Postcard lesson is designed for students in grades 3-6, offering a developmentally appropriate way to reinforce state history and geography skills while encouraging creativity.