Washington 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 Washington. 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 Washington are: the Space Needle, Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Seattle Center, Pike Place Market, and Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.
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Objective: Create a postcard from a landmark in Washington.
Student Instructions
Set up a gallery walk by arranging student postcards around the room so classmates can view each other's work. This interactive display encourages students to appreciate different Washington landmarks and learn new facts from peers.
Have each student share a quick summary about their chosen landmark and why they picked it. This builds speaking confidence and deepens their knowledge of Washington's attractions.
Suggest students explore unique or less famous sites beyond the typical tourist spots. This broadens their perspective and introduces classmates to new, interesting locations in Washington.
Pair up students to give each other feedback before finalizing their postcards. Peer review helps improve accuracy, creativity, and writing quality.
A postcard activity lets students create a postcard featuring a famous Washington State landmark. Students draw the landmark, write a note describing it with at least one fact, and invent a creative address and stamp. This hands-on lesson helps students learn about state geography in an engaging way.
First, ask students to choose a Washington landmark, then use a 2-cell template: one side for a drawing and the other for a short note with a fact. Students should add the state name, a creative address, and a fun stamp. This approach encourages creativity and reinforces knowledge of local landmarks.
Popular choices include the Space Needle, Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Seattle Center, Pike Place Market, and Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. These landmarks are visually distinctive and rich in history, making them ideal for student postcards.
Each postcard should have: a drawing of the landmark, the state name, a written note with at least one fact about the site, a creative recipient address, and a fun stamp. This ensures the activity is educational and imaginative.
Making postcards helps students visualize landmarks, practice writing skills, and share facts creatively. It combines art, geography, and social skills, making learning about Washington State landmarks both memorable and fun.