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Thanksgiving STEM - Design and Build a Macy's Parade Balloon Float
Included in this pack: - Detailed teacher directions - Teacher materials list - Link to YouTube video to show students the balloons in person/plans for this year's parade - Language Arts Extension: Nonfiction article and accompanying RACE questions - Math connection - Measurement requirements to the nearest inch of finished product - Ready to go STEM packet that takes students through the engineering process - Just print and copy! :) I hope you and your students enjoy this challenge!
2nd - 6th
Informational Text, Measurement
State Report Project with a Parade Float and PowerPoint Report
This project-based activity is designed to let students research, design a PowerPoint presentation, and parade a float representing that state for an audience of your choice. Easy to use because there are teacher tools to track assigned states and a rubric to score it all! Students LOVE this project and you will too! Inside You Will Find• 1 Parade of States General Information Page • 1 How to Host the Parade Page • 1 Parent Information Page • 1 PowerPoint Hints Page • 1 Student Survey P
3rd - 5th
Geography, U.S. History, Writing
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.5.1
+18
Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving PBL Activity Parade Floats
Have a classroom Thanksgiving Day Parade! Students work in small groups to design, plan, and build a scale model of a float for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. They learn about the history of the parade and the engineering behind float construction. As part of the project, students need to stay within a designated budget and track their expenses, teaching them financial literacy and decision-making skills. What is Project Based Learning: Project-based learning (PBL) is a teaching method in
1st - 5th
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
W.2.8
, W.3.10
, W.4.10
+7
Parade Float Number of the Day Craftivity Math Craft November Thanksgiving Macys
If you do number of the day or if you are working on place value, this resource is perfect for you! I plan to use this in my classroom in two ways: -Friday Warm Up: We do number of the day as a warm up each day in math. On Fridays, you can easily make it fun with this craft while still reviewing the skills! -Math Station: You can also add a craft station to your weekly rotation to add this in! Includes: -15 three digit number options -15 two digit number options -an editable file to make it your
1st - 3rd
Math, Place Value
Thanksgiving STEM Activities Middle School Design Own Parade Balloon Float
Looking for a fun, hands-on way to bring creativity and engineering together this November? This Thanksgiving Parade Balloon STEM Challenge invites students to design their own parade balloon for a classroom Thanksgiving balloon float parade! Students apply the engineering design process to plan, build, and test a parade-ready balloon that can float, roll, or be pulled through your classroom “parade route.” It’s the perfect blend of holiday excitement, artistic design, and STEM learning for mid
5th - 8th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-1
Thanksgiving Parade Floats Clipart (Thanksgiving Clipart)
I am offering this Thanksgiving Parade Floats clipart set, which has colorful floats to make your lessons and/or anything else look festive and ready to learn! This is a 24-piece set BOTH in color AND black & white!!!12 colored graphics and 12 black & white versions.What is included in the Thanksgiving Parade Floats clipart set:- Circus Float (Color + B&W) - Doggy House Float (Color + B&W) - Dinosaur Float (Color + B&W) - NYC Skyline Float (Color + B&W) - Turkey Float (Color + B&W) - Pumpkin
PreK - 8th
For All Subjects
PARADE FLOAT PROJECT STEM STEAM Trash to Treasure Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Have fun and encourage critical thinking creativity, and problem-solving with this Trash to Treasure Parade Float STEM Challenge! In this unit, students use a bag of provided CLEAN trash to design and create their parade float. You get to decide what the parade’s theme is, so this unit is incredibly flexible! Directions, Parade Float Judging Sheet, and Supply Request Letter are included. Ways to Use•Any holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day, etc.) •With a Balloons Over Broadway u
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, Engineering
STATE REPORT Parade Float and Oral Presentation Project! 100% Editable!
100% EDITABLE!Start or wrap up a unit on the 50 States with the State Report Parade Float and Oral Presentation Project! A fun and interactive way to get kids engaged and boost their creativity and speaking/listening skills. Product includes:-Parent Letter -Oral Presentation Directions -Parade Float Directions -Teacher Rubric -State Sign-up Sheet -Tips and tricks for success! *Please leave a review and comment for TpT credits! ©2022msphillips.orgAll rights reserved by author. Permission to copy
3rd - 6th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Parade Float Balloon Flinker STEM- Thanksgiving Activity
STEM Challenge: Students are tasked with designing and building a weight system that attaches to a helium balloon and “flinks” (floats) for at least 10 seconds, maintaining a height between 30–60 cm above the table. Why This Activity Works: ✔️ Promotes engineering design thinking and problem-solving ✔️ Encourages hands-on, inquiry-based learning ✔️ Integrates key concepts like balance, force, and stability ✔️ Supports collaboration, creativity, and iteration ✔️ Perfect for maintaining
4th - 8th
Engineering, General Science
Mardi Gras Parade Float Project, Presentation, and Trivia | Immersive Learning
This Mardi Gras lesson is a great way to learn about cultural traditions while creating unique pieces of art in a collaborative setting! What's included: Mardi Gras Presentation: Learn about the history, cultural traditions, and parades of this iconic holiday! Visually engaging presentation providing context for the Build a Parade and Krewe project! Mardi Gras Trivia: Test your students' knowledge about Mardi Gras! A companion to the presentation, this is a great way to reinforce the informat
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies, Visual Arts
Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Multiplication Word Problems Balloon Float Parade
Word problems with multiplication facts are more exciting and motivating with this digital math scavenger hunt! Your students will love to search and find all the hidden links in this fun activity and solve the secret message. This NO Prep, easy to use parade activity is perfect for math centers, small groups or whole class. It’s self-checking which means NO grading for you! ➡️ Click the PREVIEW above to take a closer look! ⭐ Save BIG with the November Puzzle Pack BUNDLE! ⭐ ⭐️ How it
3rd
Basic Operations
CCSS
3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.C.7
Pathway to California Statehood - Parade Float Project (Gold Rush)
California, Here We Come! Engage your students in learning about California history, particularly the events leading up to California's Statehood. Students will choose one of the seven events leading to California's statehood: Major Events: Trailblazers Move West into California (Different Routes to CA)Pioneers start heading west in covered wagons The Bear Flag Revolt The Mexican-American War The Gold Rush California’s changing economy (Gold Rush to Statehood)The Monterey Convention
4th
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.4.3
, RI.4.7
, CCRA.R.7
+4
Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Long Division Word Problems Fun Balloon Float Parade
Long division word problems are more exciting and motivating with this digital math scavenger hunt activity! With a Thanksgiving Day Parade theme, your 4th graders will solve long division with and without remainders while they search for hidden links and solve the secret message. This NO Prep, easy to use fall 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:✅ Long divisi
4th
Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
CCSS
4.NBT.B.6
, 4.OA.A.3
Build a Parade Float - Middle & High School Project Based Learning Unit
Ignite creativity and critical thinking in your classroom with this engaging Parade Float Design Project-Based Learning (PBL) resource, perfect for grades 5-8. In this hands-on project, students will design their very own parade float while developing real-life skills such as budgeting, design, scaling, and public speaking. What's Included:Budgeting Worksheet: Students will work with a $500 fictional budget to plan and select materials for their float.Scale Drawing Guide & Template: Help stud
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Economics , English Language Arts
Design Your Own Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Float!
A fun and exciting Thanksgiving activity! Students can design and create their very own Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon float! Students love imagining what their balloon float would look like in the parade! This is a great resource to pair with the read aloud Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.
2nd - 5th
English Language Arts
Design a Parade Float | Thanksgiving Geometry Activity with Area and Perimeter
This Design a Thanksgiving Parade Float geometry activity is a fun and engaging way to combine creativity with meaningful math review during Thanksgiving! Students will create their own parade float by following geometry-based criteria focused on area and perimeter—and they'll measure with a ruler to bring their designs to life. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school, this no-prep, printable project helps students apply key math skills in a hands-on, seasonal way. It’s ideal for 5th, 6t
5th - 7th
Geometry
CCSS
6.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.6
Thanksgiving Day Parade Math Enrichment Project Gifted & Talented Float Activity
Engage your gifted and talented students in real-world math before Thanksgiving with a hands-on learning adventure in disguise! Using the provided materials, students will design and construct a three-dimensional Thanksgiving Day 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 or area and perimeter of
3rd - 6th
Geometry, Math
CCSS
3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
, 3.MD.C.7
+14
Thanksgiving Macy's Parade Web Quest - Floats, Balloons, Research
This is a great Thanksgiving themed time filler or intro to research! Students will use their knowledge of the internet and search engines to find the answers to 20 questions all relating to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This product is created on google slides.
3rd - 8th
Reading, Writing
Build a Parade Float Clipart! {Thanksgiving parade clipart}
Brighten your classroom resources with this Build-a-Parade Float Clipart Set — includes 154 kid-friendly clipart images perfect for adding some festive holiday fun to your creations! Your students can use the truck parts, balloons, floats, and more to create their own fun parade float! :) Love this set? Snag more parade fun with this Thanksgiving Parade Clipart Bundle!!Perfect for: ✨ Thanksgiving Worksheets ✨ Storytelling ✨ Sequencing ✨ Parade Activities ✨ Readers Theater ✨. ..basically anyth
PreK - 5th
For All Subjects
Also included in: Thanksgiving Parade Clipart Bundle
Kindergarten Parade Float Number the Day Craftivity Math November Thanksgiving
If you do number of the day or if you are working on place value, this resource is perfect for you! I plan to use this in my classroom in two ways: -Friday Warm Up: We do number of the day as a warm up each day in math. On Fridays, you can easily make it fun with this craft while still reviewing the skills! -Math Station: You can also add a craft station to your weekly rotation to add this in! Includes: Numbers 1-20 -an editable file to make it your own! Having a variety of number options and ed
PreK - 1st
Math, Place Value
Thanksgiving 3D Float STEM Project | Parade Craft | No-Prep Printable Engineerin
Bring a little Thanksgiving parade fun into your classroom with this print-and-go 3D Float STEM project! 🦃 Students color, cut, fold, and build their own mini floats—combining creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills. Includes 3 templates, premade and blank accessories, and easy teacher directions. Perfect for zero-prep holiday fun!🧡 About this Resource Celebrate Thanksgiving with this 3D Float STEM Project that turns your classroom into a mini parade! 🎉 Students will love col
2nd - 8th
For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
Memorial Day STEM Engineering Challenge | Poppy Tower & Parade Float Activities
Memorial Day STEM & Engineering Challenge | Poppy Tower & Parade Float Activities | Grades 3–6Engage your students in hands-on STEM learning with this Memorial Day STEM & Engineering Challenge! Perfect for Grades 3–6, this activity packet encourages students to design, build, and test their own Poppy Tower or Parade Float model, combining engineering, problem-solving, and teamwork in a fun and meaningful holiday context. What’s Included: Page 1 – Challenge Overview & Materials: Easy-to-fol
3rd - 6th
Classroom Community, Instructional Technology, U.S. History
Build Your Own Thanksgiving Parade Float Clipart (Thanksgiving Clipart)
I am offering this Build Your Own Thanksgiving Parade Float clipart set, which has colorful and awesome Thanksgiving float parts to make your lessons and/or anything else look festive and ready to learn! This is a 81-piece set BOTH in color AND black & white!!!59 colored graphics and 22 black & white versions.What is included in the Build Your Own Thanksgiving Parade Float clipart set:- Truck (8 color + 1 B & W) - Flat Bed (8 colors + 1 B & W) - Flat Bed Banners (12 colors + 2 B & W) - Whe
PreK - 8th
For All Subjects
Also included in: Build Your Own Thanksgiving Bundle Clipart (Thanksgiving Clipart)
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
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