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Thanksgiving Parade STEM Challenge: The Science of Floating Balloons
🎈 The Science Behind the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons Reading Passage + Comprehension Questions + STEM Challenge + Bonus Activities Bring holiday excitement into your science classroom with this engaging, NGSS-aligned Thanksgiving resource! Students explore the real science behind the famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons through an informational reading passage, comprehension questions, and a hands-on STEM experiment. They’ll discover how helium, buoyancy, and density work
5th - 8th
Chemistry, Engineering, General Science
Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving STEM Activities: Puppets, Mini Parade Floats
These low prep Thanksgiving STEM Activities supplement Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet and are designed for K-5th Grade! Balloons Over Broadway STEM includes:"Turket Trot" (marionette puppet) STEM Activity with lesson plan, discussion chart, key vocabulary, video links, and student template"Mini Magnetic Parade" (mapping, magnetism) STEM Activity with instructions, map, and student templatesPlease view the preview for a detailed look at all components.⇒ Feedback and FollowersClick the G
K - 5th
Engineering, Physical Science
Also included in: STEM Activities + Read Alouds FAVORITES - Picture Books STEM Challenges
America’s 250th Parade Float Project-Based Learning 2nd-4th Grade PBL
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday (Semiquincentennial) with this engaging, cross-curricular Parade Float Project-Based Learning Unit for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade! Students become real parade designers as they research, plan, budget, design, and present their own America’s 250th celebration float. This comprehensive unit integrates reading, vocabulary, informational text, math word problems, budgeting, creative writing, and art, all centered around U.S. history and civic pride. Perfect for Co
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Other (Math), U.S. History
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.3
, RI.3.1
+14
Parade Float Engineering Challenge – Mardi Gras STEM Activity | Grades 3–5
Parade Float Engineering Challenge is a hands-on STEM activity where students design, build, test, and improve a mini parade float inspired by Mardi Gras parades. This engineering challenge guides students through the engineering design process while exploring balance, stability, force, and friction. Perfect for Grades 3–5, this resource includes structured planning, data collection, reflection, and optional writing extensions to support differentiation and real classroom use. ✅ Who Is This Re
3rd - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: Mardi Gras STEM Bundle Engineering Logic & Data Activities Grades 3–5
Thanksgiving Parade STEAM Challenge – Design Your Own Float! (Grades 2–5)
Make your Thanksgiving lessons unforgettable with this creative STEAM design challenge!In this activity, students become parade engineers and artists as they design their own Thanksgiving parade float that represents gratitude, kindness, or community.This resource integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with creative writing and reflection — all in a fun, no-prep printable format. Students can complete everything on paper only or extend the project into a classroom displa
2nd - 6th
Creative Writing, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving Balloon Float Parade Foldable Writing Craft
Bring holiday fun into your classroom with this Balloons Over Broadway–inspired Thanksgiving Balloon Float Parade writing craft. Students imagine their own parade balloons and write in easy steps. A simple, engaging activity for literacy centers, morning work, or November lessons. What’s Included Two black-and-white printable pages Guided writing prompts about balloons and parade ideas Easy foldable craft for quick assembly Simple print-cut-fold instructions Highlights Thanksgiving parade–t
2nd - 5th
Creative Writing, Writing
Build a Mardi Gras Parade Float Project | Join a Krewe | Art/Cultural Project
This is a companion to my Mardi Gras presentation which provides more context about krewes and parades and is part of the lesson bundle which can be found here: Mardi Gras Parade Float Project, Presentation, and Trivia | Immersive Learning (teacherspayteachers.com)Build a Mardi Gras Parade Float Project Students team up to create their own "krewe" (the group responsible for planning Mardi Gras parades) and choose a name for their krewe, as well as their parade theme, celebrity guest, signature
3rd - 12th, Adult Education
Other (Social Studies), Visual Arts
4th of July Summer Enrichment Activity 3rd 4th 5th Grade Patriotic Parade Float
Engage your students in real-world math this Independence Day with a hands-on learning adventure in disguise! Using the provided materials, students will design and construct a three-dimensional 4th of July parade float. With a set budget, they’ll work to create the most impressive, well-decorated float possible while making strategic decisions along the way. Once their floats are complete, students will calculate the volume and total surface area of their creations. They’ll be having so much fu
3rd - 5th
Geometry, Math
CCSS
3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
, 3.MD.C.7
+14
Parade Float Design Project—Creative STEM + Art Lesson (Build & Pitch Challenge)
Bring parade season excitement to your classroom with this hands-on design and presentation project! Students work collaboratively to design, construct, and present a model parade float that communicates a meaningful theme. Perfect for art, STEM, and language arts integration, this project fosters creativity, communication, and problem-solving — all while building confidence through public speaking. Includes everything you need: ✅ Complete Teacher Edition with procedures, discussion prompts,
3rd - 8th
Other (Arts), Speaking & Listening, Writing
Build a Thanksgiving Parade Float! Classroom Center Collaboration Cut Craft 1-3
This Thanksgiving-themed center invites students to work together to design and build their own parade float! Using craft materials, printable decorations, and creativity, students collaborate to create a float that celebrates gratitude, friendship, and the Thanksgiving spirit. Perfect for hands-on centers, group projects, or classroom displays! What’s IncludedParade float craft template (black & white + Color)Cut-and-paste section for turkey or decorationsWriting prompts: “Our float shows…,”
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, Other (ELA)
Build a Thanksgiving Parade Float! | Craft and Writing Activity for Grades 1–3
Get ready for the Thanksgiving Parade! In this fun and creative Build a Thanksgiving Parade Float activity, students design and decorate their very own parade float. They’ll cut, color, and glue their handmade turkey onto the float, then write short sentences to describe their creation. This hands-on craft and writing project is perfect for your Thanksgiving week lessons! It helps students express creativity, practice fine motor skills, and write complete sentences — all while celebrating gr
1st - 3rd
Coloring Pages, Creative Writing, Other (ELA)
Parade Float STEAM Challenge
This is a great project to have students do in class or at home and can be completed by students of all ages! Engage your students in an engineering challenge and have them complete this challenge to design and engineer their own parade float! This is a great activity to do during Thanksgiving to connect with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade or New Years to connect with the Rose Parade. There are two handouts included- one for the students and one for the teacher. Both have step by step instru
K - 6th
Engineering, English Language Arts, Visual Arts
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Thanksgiving Writing Activity - Parade of Thanks Float Craft
Spark creativity and gratitude during the Thanksgiving season with this engaging writing activity, perfect for elementary students! With this craft, students write about something they’re most thankful for then design a festive parade float illustration to represent it. It is a hands-on activity combines expressive writing with imaginative art, allowing students to celebrate the season of thanks in a fun and meaningful way. What's Included:Half-page prompt starter Parade float base with writing
3rd - 6th
English Language Arts, Writing
Also included in: Thanksgiving Craft BUNDLE | FOUR Writing Activities | ELA Centers
Parade Float Handprint Craft | 4th of July 3 Balloons PreK-1st
Parade Float Handprint Craft | 4th of July 3 Balloons PreK-1stShort Description:Press three handprints above a parade float to make balloon decorations. A joyful July 4th activity for summer camp, daycare, or classroom parties.
PreK - 1st
Coloring Pages, Other (Arts), U.S. History
Thanksgiving Coordinate Plane Project | Parade Float Design 4-Quadrant Graphing
Make coordinate graphing fun and engaging with this festive Thanksgiving Parade Float Design Project! Students will plot points in all four quadrants to create their own parade float on the coordinate plane, then customize it using a design checklist and follow-up questions to explain their choices. This no-prep printable is perfect for upper elementary and middle school math classrooms—great for Thanksgiving, fall centers, early finishers, or project-based learning during your coordinate plane
5th - 7th
Graphing
CCSS
6.NS.C.6
, 6.NS.C.6b
Mardi Gras Parade Fun – Collaborative Float Poster for Kids classroom decoration
Bring the excitement of Mardi Gras into your classroom with this collaborative poster! Mardi Gras is a lively celebration known for its colorful parades, music, masks, and decorated floats. In this activity, children will work together to create a big, bright poster featuring fun parade floats and festive designs. This hands-on project encourages teamwork, creativity, and fine motor skills while helping young learners explore cultural traditions in a playful and engaging way. This product relate
PreK - 9th
Art History, Classroom Community, Coloring Pages
Carnival Parade – People riding floats and waving happily teamwork activity
Celebrate the excitement of Mardi Gras with this fun collaborative poster! Children will see people riding colorful floats, wearing masks, and waving happily during the parade. Mardi Gras, also known as “Fat Tuesday,” is a festive day celebrated before Lent, filled with music, dancing, and joyful traditions. This poster lets kids explore the lively spirit of the carnival while practicing teamwork, coloring, and creativity. This product related:Mardi Gras, carnival, parade, floats, masks, childre
PreK - 9th
Art History, Classroom Community, Coloring Pages
Latinx Parade Float Craft – Cut, Color & Paste Printable for Heritage Month
Bring culture, creativity, and hands-on fun into your classroom with this Latinx Parade Float Cut & Paste Craft! 🎉 Students will design their very own mini parade float by coloring, cutting, and gluing decorative elements such as marigold flowers, feathers, musical instruments, and more. Perfect for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, cultural lessons, art centers, or festive bulletin board displays. This activity encourages: ✂️ Fine motor skills (coloring, cutting, gluing). 🎨 Creativity
PreK - 12th
Coloring Pages, Latin, Latino and Hispanic Studies
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Float- Persuasive Writing!!!
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Float Persuasive Pitch Activity: In this activity, students design their own original Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade float and then write a persuasive pitch explaining why their float deserves to be included in the parade. Students use rhetorical appeals— ethos, pathos, and logos—to strengthen their arguments, and they must describe their float’s theme, visuals, and special features in detail. The project combines creativity and writing skills, helping students pra
4th - 12th
Grammar, Visual Arts, Writing
Gupta Empire Parade Float - Ancient India Inventions and Discoveries
This activity gives the students an opportunity to be creative! Students are assigned (or choose) one of the accomplishments of the Gupta Empire, research its impact on the world, and then create a parade float to celebrate the achievement! Topics for the project include: Universities Painting Sculpture Architecture Mathematics Metalwork Literature Roads Within this product, you will receive: 1) Detailed teacher guide 2) Parade Float directions for students with a grade sheet - in PDF and
4th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
Rolling with Gratitude: Thanksgiving Parade Float PBL (2nd–4th Graders)
Bring the excitement of Thanksgiving parades into your classroom with this hands-on, cross-curricular float design project! Students will imagine, plan, and build their own miniature parade floats while learning about the history, meaning, and creativity behind real Thanksgiving parades. This resource includes everything you need for a full Thanksgiving-themed PBL unit—blending reading, writing, math, art, teamwork, and critical thinking. Students will read a nonfiction passage, learn key vocabu
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Other (Math), Writing
CCSS
2.OA.A.1
, RI.2.1
, RI.2.3
+15
Balloons Over Broadway Parade Float Collaborative Coloring Poster for Kids
Bring the excitement of the parade straight into your classroom with this Balloons Over Broadway Parade Float Collaborative Coloring Poster for Kids! This black-and-white teamwork activity features a simple parade float rolling down the street with a giant friendly character balloon floating above it—perfect for Grades 1–6. Designed with clean, bold outlines, this poster is easy for all learners to color. Students color, cut, and assemble their pieces to create a stunning 37.5 x 37.5 inch
1st - 6th
Classroom Community, Coloring Pages, Visual Arts
Thanksgiving Parade Pitch – Design a Float Everyone Will Remember-Middle School
Bring the magic of the Thanksgiving parade into your classroom with this engaging writing activity. Students become creative directors and design their very own parade float, using descriptive and persuasive language to pitch it to parade organizers. Perfect for Thanksgiving week, this activity combines writing, art, and critical thinking into one exciting lesson that can be completed in a single class—or extended into a multi-day project with shoebox float models. Why Teachers Love This Act
4th - 8th
Literature, Other (ELA), Writing-Expository
Also included in: Thanksgiving Week ELA Bundle – 3 Creative Middle School Writing Lessons
Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Word Problem Decimal Activities Balloon Float Parade
Decimal division word problems are more exciting and motivating with this digital math scavenger hunt activity! With a Thanksgiving Day parade theme, your 5th graders will solve division with decimals problems while they search for hidden links and solve the secret message. This NO Prep, easy to use activity is both digital and print. It’s self-checking which means NO grading for you! ➡️ Click the PREVIEW above to take a closer look! Math skills practiced include:✅ Division with decimals
5th
Arithmetic, Decimals
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
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