Georgia Landmarks: Storyboard That Postcard Activity

Q: How do I create a postcard featuring a Georgia landmark for my students?

Start by choosing a famous Georgia landmark, then use a 2-cell poster template: in the left cell, create an image of the landmark, including the state name; in the right cell, write a note to a friend with at least one fact about the site, a creative address, and draw a fun stamp.

Q: What are some popular landmarks in Georgia suitable for a classroom postcard project?

Popular Georgia landmarks for student postcards include World of Coca-Cola, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Cloudland Canyon State Park, The Atlanta Zoo, Legoland Discovery Center, Savannah Children’s Museum, and Chattahoochee Nature Center.

Q: What should students include in the written part of their Georgia postcard assignment?

Students should write a short note describing the Georgia landmark they chose, include at least one fact about the site, make up a creative address, and add a fun stamp to their postcard.

Q: What is the best way to help students accurately depict a Georgia landmark in their postcard image?

Encourage students to research real photos of the landmark and use distinctive features, colors, and surroundings in their drawings. Including the state name also helps identify the location.

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Lesson Plan Overview

Georgia 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 Georgia. 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 Georgia include World of Coca-Cola, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Cloudland Canyon State Park, The Atlanta Zoo, Legoland Discovery Center, Savannah Children’s Museum, and Chattahoochee Nature Center.

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Objective: Create a postcard from a landmark in Georgia.

Student Instructions

Click on “Start Assignment”.
Create a 2-cell storyboard or use the template provided.
In the left cell, create an image that depicts the landmark or the state in general using an appropriate scene, characters, and items. Be sure to include the state name somehow.
In the right cell, write a note to a friend or family member describing the landmark that you have "visited". You must include at least one fact about the landmark.
On the address lines provided, make up a creative address for the recipient.
Create a fun stamp in the box in the upper right corner.

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Grade Level 3-6

Difficulty Level 2 (Reinforcing / Developing)

Type of Assignment Individual

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Postcard

Create a postcard for your assigned location that showcases one or more of its amazing sites and features! Include the name of your location and at least one major point of interest along with an illustration. Add other images to your design that represent attributes of your country such as the flag and/or a stamp that uses the correct currency from your location. Write a letter on your postcard that describes the site and why it is important in at least 4-6 sentences.

	Proficient 6 Points	Emerging 4 Points	Beginning 1 Points
Text	Includes location name, name of famous site and 4-6 sentence letter with an accurate description of the site and why it is important.	Missing one element of text.	Missing two or more elements of text.
Design and Illustrations	Illustration depicts at least one major site of importance. Overall design includes attributes from the location with appropriate scenes, characters or items.	Illustration depicts important site. Design and attributes are present but are unclear or incomplete.	Illustration and design do not depict important sites or attributes of the location.

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Template and Class Instructions

(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)

Due Date:

Objective: Create a postcard from a landmark in Georgia.

Student Instructions

Click on “Start Assignment”.
Create a 2-cell storyboard or use the template provided.
In the left cell, create an image that depicts the landmark or the state in general using an appropriate scene, characters, and items. Be sure to include the state name somehow.
In the right cell, write a note to a friend or family member describing the landmark that you have "visited". You must include at least one fact about the landmark.
On the address lines provided, make up a creative address for the recipient.
Create a fun stamp in the box in the upper right corner.

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Lesson Plan Reference

Grade Level 3-6

Difficulty Level 2 (Reinforcing / Developing)

Type of Assignment Individual

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(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)

Postcard

	Proficient 6 Points	Emerging 4 Points	Beginning 1 Points
Text	Includes location name, name of famous site and 4-6 sentence letter with an accurate description of the site and why it is important.	Missing one element of text.	Missing two or more elements of text.
Design and Illustrations	Illustration depicts at least one major site of importance. Overall design includes attributes from the location with appropriate scenes, characters or items.	Illustration depicts important site. Design and attributes are present but are unclear or incomplete.	Illustration and design do not depict important sites or attributes of the location.

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How Tos about Create a Postcard of Georgia\'s Landmarks

Organize a Classroom Postcard Exchange with Another State

Connect your students with peers in another state by arranging a postcard exchange. This activity enhances geography skills and builds excitement as students learn about new places.

Choose a partner classroom and set clear expectations

Find a teacher in another state for the exchange. Agree on a timeline, number of postcards, and required content so both classes stay organized and engaged.

Assign each student a specific Georgia landmark

Give every student a unique landmark to research and feature on their postcard. This ensures a variety of locations are shared and deepens each student’s knowledge.

Review postcard writing and artwork guidelines

Discuss expectations for neatness, factual accuracy, and creativity. Remind students to include a fact, a drawing, and a fun address so recipients get a full experience.

Mail postcards and celebrate the exchange

Send your class set of postcards and display those you receive in return. Encourage students to share what they learn about the other state to foster curiosity and classroom discussion.

Frequently Asked Questions about Create a Postcard of Georgia\'s Landmarks

How do I create a postcard featuring a Georgia landmark for my students?

Start by choosing a famous Georgia landmark, then use a 2-cell poster template: in the left cell, create an image of the landmark, including the state name; in the right cell, write a note to a friend with at least one fact about the site, a creative address, and draw a fun stamp.

What are some popular landmarks in Georgia suitable for a classroom postcard project?

Popular Georgia landmarks for student postcards include World of Coca-Cola, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Cloudland Canyon State Park, The Atlanta Zoo, Legoland Discovery Center, Savannah Children’s Museum, and Chattahoochee Nature Center.

What should students include in the written part of their Georgia postcard assignment?

Students should write a short note describing the Georgia landmark they chose, include at least one fact about the site, make up a creative address, and add a fun stamp to their postcard.

What is the best way to help students accurately depict a Georgia landmark in their postcard image?

Encourage students to research real photos of the landmark and use distinctive features, colors, and surroundings in their drawings. Including the state name also helps identify the location.

How can I adapt this Georgia postcard activity for different grade levels?

For younger students, focus on simple drawings and one fact. For older students, require more detailed research, creative writing, or additional facts about the landmark and its history.