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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
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
Rose Bowl Parade Shoebox Float Project (Updated 2026)
✔ 2026 Rose Bowl Parade Shoebox Float Project Clear student handout with step-by-step expectations Strict 75% organic materials requirement Emphasis on floral design principles Written design description component Detailed grading rubric in chart format for easy scoring Teacher extensions and display ideas 🎯 Skills & Concepts Covered: Floral design principles (balance, unity, proportion, emphasis, etc.) Organic vs. non-organic materials Creative problem-solving Craftsmanship and c
9th - 12th
Art History, Environment, Other (Arts)
Also included in: Rose Bowl Parade Floral Design Bundle (2026 Edition)
Science/Physics: Thanksgiving Parade Float Lab | Buoyancy | Engineering | STEM
Looking for a hands-on, engineering based, Thanksgiving themed lab for your science or physics class?? Look here! This simple material and simple prep lab surrounding the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is sure to get your students excited about Thanksgiving break and buoyancy! What will students do?⭐Read about the history and science of the Macy's Parade ⭐Answer Reading Comprehension Questions ⭐Test buoyancy of a given balloon ⭐Design their own parade float! What materials do you need? So so s
8th - 12th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Thanksgiving STEM Bundle | Science Labs | Color By Number | Escape Room
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
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
Mini Rose Parade Float Presentation
Learn About the Iconic Rose Parade with This Comprehensive PowerPoint Presentation!Bring the excitement of the Tournament of Roses Parade into your classroom with this detailed, engaging PowerPoint presentation! Designed to teach students about the history, requirements, and design process of the world-famous parade, this resource is perfect for introducing the tradition of the Rose Parade and guiding students through their own float-building projects. The PowerPoint includes interactive element
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Set of 6 The Thanksgiving Parade Float Creative Writing & Questionnaire Workshee
Set of 6 The Thanksgiving Parade Float Creative Writing & Questionnaire WorksheetsCelebrate Thanksgiving with parade-inspired writing! Students will love imagining their own parade floats. ⭐ WHAT IS INCLUDED? 6 PDF worksheets, 8.5x11 inches, including creative writing prompts and Thanksgiving-themed fill-in-the-blank questions. ⭐ HOW TO USE Print for classroom or homework use. Students can describe their floats, add details, and answer fun Thanksgiving questions. ⭐ IDEAS FOR USE Use for creat
1st - 12th
Creative Writing, Handwriting, Writing
Mini Rose Parade Float
Create a Stunning Mini Rose Parade Float with These Detailed Instructions!Get ready to embark on an exciting and creative journey with this comprehensive guide to building your own mini parade float, inspired by the Tournament of Roses Parade! This project, designed for groups of 2-4 students, is perfect for engaging learners in a hands-on, collaborative activity that reinforces planning, design, and craftsmanship. The theme for this year’s float is "Best Day Ever", and students will use recycl
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Rose Parade Mini‑Float Project
Hands‑on, standards‑aligned mini‑float project for floral design, horticulture, art, or CTE classes. Students work in small groups to design and build a mini Rose Parade float (12" D × 18" H × 12" W) using an internal frame and natural materials. Includes student directions, grading rubric, presentation requirements, and materials documentation template — perfect for a classroom parade, maker project, or end‑of‑unit assessment. What’s included (copy/paste into your TpT product description) Stude
10th - 12th
Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Thanksgiving | Art | Parade Float Miniatures | K-12
Title Thanksgiving | Art | Parade Float Miniatures | K-12 Product Description Bring the Macy’s tradition into the classroom with “Parade Float Miniatures.” Students design and build small-scale Thanksgiving floats using boxes and craft supplies, expressing gratitude, family, and personal stories in symbolic 3D art. How It Can Be Used:Creative classroom displays for ThanksgivingExploring symbolism and storytelling through designCollaborative group projects or individual expressio
K - 12th, Higher Education
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Also included in: Thanksgiving | Art | Complete Lesson Bundle (10 Units) | K-12
ELA 4-12 Literary Parade Float/Balloon Project Novel Study- Read Across America
This highly engaging project tasks your students with creating a Parade Float or Balloon as: A. A review of Literary Elements B. An assessment/end-of-unit project for any novel/text This project has two options for students: individual or paired. Individual students will create a float (diorama). Paired students will write/illustrate a children's story for a balloon. Teachers, work with your staff to coordinate a parade. Students can hold their projects and parade around the school while oth
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+2
History of St. Patrick's Day Reading & Parade Float Design
Looking for a fun St. Patrick's Day lesson that meets state standards and doesn't involve coloring shamrocks? We've got you. Students learn about the origins of St. Patrick's Day, how blue was the original color, the Shamorock wasn't unlucky, and that anti-Irish discrimination transformed a religious holiday into a street party. Then design a history-themed parade float and provide a brief explanation of each element in their float design to connect it back to history. Students then design a
6th - 12th
European History, U.S. History, World History
EDITABLE Design Your Own Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Float
Let your students unleash their creativity and design their own float or balloon.
6th - 12th
Business
Dirty Jobs: Parade Float Dismantler (science career video worksheet / sub plans)
DIRTY JOBS VIDEO WORKSHEETGRADES: 7-12SUBJECT: SCIENCE, CAREERS, STEMVIDEO DISCLAIMER: As of April 2025, episodes of Dirty Jobs can be found both for free and for a low-price purchase through a variety of Internet and video streaming services. This availability can change monthly so please check that you have access to the video prior to making your purchase of this worksheet. Remember that low-cost DVDs are also always an option for assured access.Dirty Jobs "PARADE FLOAT DISMANTLER" (Season 1,
8th - 12th
General Science, Other (Science), Science
6-12 ELA Any Novel Study Project, Literary Thanksgiving Parade Float/Balloon
Help keep students engaged and focused in the week(s) prior to Thanksgiving Break by tasking your students with creating a Thanksgiving Parade Float or Balloon as a review of Literary Elements (individual students will create a diorama OR paired students will write/illustrate a children's book) and/or an assessment for the end of a unit/novel. The teacher can choose the duration and if students will complete portions of the assignment in class or at home. 1. Set of Instructions for Literary El
6th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
RL.9-10.2
, W.9-10.3
, W.9-10.3b
+2
Rose Parade Float Project
This is a project idea I came up with for my high school Horticulture I students. I began the lesson teaching them about the Rose Parade in Pasadena, CA, then explained to them that the floats are covered entirely with natural materials. Next I showed them floats from parades past and then explained to them that they were to complete their own mini-float for a project grade. They worked individually to groups of 5. The projects were amazing and I can't wait to do this project again with next
9th - 12th
Other (Science), Science
COLOR DAY PURPLE: MARDI GRAS PARADE FLOATS
"Mardi Gras Kern Studio Floats" since Mardi Gras can be held in February or March it isn't assigned a definite month in the book. This lesson is also included in the book! (The book will address the entire Rainbow of Colors) This activity focuses on PURPLE for Mardi Gras. Purple is one of the official colors of Mardi Gras. It symbolizes "JUSTICE"The lessons can be used with one-on-one students but it works great with groups of 2 or more! The video clip that it is paired with is located here: PLA
K - 12th
Floating Physics: Mardi Gras Parade Float Engineering - Science in Motion!
Floating Physics: Parade Float Engineering - Science in Motion! Description: Dive into the exciting world of engineering and physics with our hands-on lesson, "Floating Physics: Parade Float Engineering - Science in Motion!" This engaging K-12 activity connects the vibrant celebration of Mardi Gras with scientific principles, captivating students' interest while enhancing their understanding of buoyancy, balance, and design. Fully aligned with TEKS standards (Science 112.5 (B)), this adaptabl
K - 12th
General Science, Physics, Science
Also included in: Mardi Gras Science Extravaganza: A Festive Bundle for K-12 Classrooms!
Mid Semester Review-Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Float
This activity is a great way activity for the day before Thanksgiving Break. It can be used with any subject! Students will evaluate everything they have learned since the beginning of the year and then choose one thing to design a Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade float about.
9th - 12th
Social Studies
Carnaval Parade Floats: Create Motion & Magic with Optical Illusions!
Carnaval Parade Floats: Create Motion & Magic with Optical Illusions! Description: Unleash creativity and cultural expression with the "Motion in Art: Parade Floats as Optical Illusions" activity! This exciting K-12 project invites students to explore the vibrant and dynamic nature of Carnaval by designing and building interactive parade float models that embody the energy, movement, and optical illusions present in this festive celebration. Key Highlights: Cultural Exploration: Students wi
K - 12th
Art, Visual Arts
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