Infographics are a visually appealing way to convey information clearly and concisely. For this activity, students will create their own infographic to display what they have learned about the holiday of Thanksgiving! Teachers could have students focus on the history of Thanksgiving, statistics that relate to the holiday such as how many people celebrate, favorite food, favorite traditions, etc. Students get a chance to hone their research skills while creating a fun and entertaining poster perfect for the holiday!
Students can use school resources to research information about Thanksgiving. Here are some reputable sites that include interesting and fun facts about Thanksgiving:
These posters can be printed out, laminated, and hung around the room. They could also be presented digitally. Students can have fun sharing with their classmates and comparing the interesting facts that they discovered through their research.
For more templates and student choice, check out our infographic template gallery!
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Objective: Research interesting facts about Thanksgiving and create an infographic to display your findings using engaging imagery!
Student Instructions:
Requirements: Create an infographic poster that includes 5-10 facts about Thanksgiving with corresponding visuals.
Break down the infographic process into simple, manageable steps for grades 2–8. Use graphic organizers and provide sample fact lists to guide students through research and design, ensuring everyone can participate with confidence.
Demonstrate how to find and record Thanksgiving facts by researching one topic as a class. Show students how to use reputable sources, take notes, and organize information for their infographics.
Offer age-appropriate infographic templates and a collection of holiday icons or clipart. This helps students who may struggle with design get started quickly and focus on content.
Arrange a quick partner or small group check where students share their drafts for feedback. Peer suggestions help improve accuracy, clarity, and visual appeal before the final presentation.
Display completed infographics around the classroom or in a digital slideshow. Let students present their work, discuss interesting Thanksgiving facts, and foster a sense of accomplishment.
A Thanksgiving infographic activity is a classroom project where students research facts about Thanksgiving—such as its history, traditions, and statistics—and present their findings visually on an infographic poster using images and data points.
Start by having students research Thanksgiving using reputable sources, take notes on key facts and statistics, and then organize their information with a graphic organizer. They should use visuals like icons and images to illustrate their points and include a clear title and 5-10 facts.
Great topics include the history of Thanksgiving, how many people celebrate, favorite foods, popular traditions, interesting statistics, and fun trivia about the holiday.
Students can use trusted websites like History.com, Good Housekeeping, and SmartAsset to find accurate and engaging Thanksgiving facts.
A strong Thanksgiving infographic should have a clear title, 5-10 facts or statistics, relevant visuals (icons, images), and organized sections to make information easy to read and visually appealing.