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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
Mesoamerica Parade Floats: A Hands On, Ready to Use Project
Engage students with a hands-on Mesoamerican Cultures Float Building Project. This editable PowerPoint includes teacher directions, rubrics, peer review, research assignment, helpful links, and a supply list. Immerse students in a dynamic learning experience, fostering creativity, and critical thinking. Bring the rich heritage of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations to life! Contents:Teacher directions2 Rubrics (1 for an initial speech writing and 1 for the final project)Peer review activitie
5th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, 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
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
Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving Parade Unit Book Companion Activities Canva
Want to teach your class about the iconic Thanksgiving Parade and bring learning to life by letting them create their own balloons?! If so, this ready-to-go unit is for you!This Balloons Over Broadway–inspired resource makes teaching the history and magic of the parade simple and engaging. Each day includes teaching slides, printable activities, and easy-to-follow lesson plans for either 5 or 7 school days. Everything is laid out for you to make teaching effortless! Pair with the book "Bal
1st - 4th
Other (Arts), U.S. History
Balloons Over Broadway - Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Activity w / Lesson Slides
Do you have students who have no idea about the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade? Shockingly, I did! This activity is inspired by the book "Balloons Over Broadway: The Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade" By Melissa Sweet. It includes a power point with a video of the book being read, a short video about the history, and a practice page to do their float on before making it come to life with craft supplies. I hope you enjoyit! Please write a review!
PreK - 5th
Performing Arts, Reading, U.S. History
Valentine’s Day | Civil Rights & Suffrage | Parade of Equality | K-12
💘✊ Bonus Lesson – Valentine’s Parade of Equality ❤️🎈Title: Valentine’s Day | Civil Rights & Suffrage | Parade of Equality | K-12Product Description:💘 Overview: Step into the parade of history with the Valentine’s Parade of Equality! 🎈❤️ This bonus lesson transforms Valentine’s Day floats into symbols of justice, equality, and love. Students design creative floats that honor leaders like MLK, Rosa Parks, and Susan B. Anthony — celebrating how love and fairness go hand in hand.✨ 🎁 This free l
K - 12th
Government, Other (ELA), U.S. History
State Float Project (editable)
Instructions for a state float project! Students make a parade "float" out of a small box that includes the state's region, vegetation, climate, landmarks, and resources. Instructions and an easy rubric included for a grade out of 100 total points, or edit to your specific needs!
2nd - 5th
Geography, Social Studies
Hispanic Heritage Month Float Project – Research & Creative Craft Activity
Bring the excitement of a parade into your classroom with this Hispanic Heritage Month Parade Float Project! This hands-on resource allows students to research a Hispanic country, then design and build a creative parade float to showcase what they’ve learned. This resource includes everything you need to guide students through the process, with visual examples, step-by-step instructions, and a research template — perfect for a culminating project or school-wide celebration. What’s Included:-10
4th - 12th
Latino and Hispanic Studies, Other (Social Studies), Spanish
Thanksgiving | Great Depression | Parade of Hardship | K-12
🎈🥁 Lesson 3 – Parade of Hardship: Macy’s Meets the Depression 🦃🎺Title: Thanksgiving | Great Depression | Parade of Hardship | K-12 Product Description:🕯️ Overview: Bring the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade into contrast with Depression realities! 🎈 Students explore the first Macy’s Parade (1924) vs. Depression parades. They design parade floats representing hardships (soup lines, Dust Bowl) or hopes (New Deal, jobs). ✨ 🎨 Includes Thanksgiving coloring float templates. ✨ 📝 Built-in Learni
K - 12th
Other (ELA), Other (Social Studies), U.S. History
Also included in: Thanksgiving | Great Depression | 10-Lesson Mega Bundle | K-12
Las Parrandas Bingo | Cuba Festival Game | December Activities | Editable
If your students love color, sound, and storytelling—this bingo game is for them! Inspired by Cuba’s Festivity of Las Parrandas, this game introduces kids to one of the Caribbean’s most vibrant celebrations through 16 creative prompts. With fireworks, music, handmade floats, and joyful parades, Las Parrandas is a sensory-rich tradition that sparks curiosity and wonder. Use the editable version to customize or print and play right away. What You’ll Get PowerPoint file containing a fully editable
Not Specific
Classroom Community, Latino and Hispanic Studies, World History
Mardi Gras Vocabulary Worksheet – Fun & Interactive French/ELA Activity!
Get your students excited about Mardi Gras with this engaging, hands-on vocabulary worksheet! Designed for French, ELA, or cultural studies classes, this resource introduces students to key Mardi Gras terms through fun mini-activities, word scrambles, fill-in-the-blanks, and a creative Mad Libs challenge! What’s Inside? Mardi Gras Vocabulary Parade – Themed “float stations” covering: Basic Terms (Mardi Gras, Carnival, Krewe) Traditional Foods (King Cake, Beignets, Jambalaya)Celebration Wor
4th - 9th
French, Social Studies
Mardi Gras: The Colorful Celebration | Informational PowerPoint
Bring the fun and history of Mardi Gras to your classroom with this bright, engaging PowerPoint presentation! 🎭✨ This editable slideshow introduces students to the origins, traditions, parades, and symbols of Mardi Gras in a kid-friendly way. Perfect for use during February celebrations, Louisiana history units, or cultural studies lessons. Includes: Eye-catching slides that explain Mardi Gras history, parades, floats, and music Colorful visuals and simple text for elementary learners Perfe
Not Specific
Informational Text, U.S. History
History of the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Presentation! Google Slides and PDF!
UPDATED! Now included is a google Slides Link! Dive into the history and excitement of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with this ready-to-use presentation, perfect for elementary classrooms! This interactive slideshow explores the origins, traditions, and fascinating details of one of America’s most iconic holiday events. What's Included:PDF VersionGoogle slides Link! Engaging Visuals and Animations: Bring the story of the parade to life with vibrant images of floats, balloons, and characters th
1st - 4th
Social Studies
Also included in: History of the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Bundle!
Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving Day Parade Virtual Field Trip Activities
Balloons Over Broadway Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade virtual field trip videos, passages and questions, reading response, writing prompts and STEAM activities (design your own balloon or float) for grades 6 - 12 (Printable & Digital) - No prep lesson plan, student handouts, PowerPoint Slides, Google Slides, Google Doc, effortless 3-point grading rubric and Answer Key! Teach students about the The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade and Tony Sarg (creator of original parade balloon floats) using f
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Social Studies
Chinese New Year
Help your students learn the customs and traditions of Chinese New Year. This PowerPoint includes many images and links to 2 videos to aid in understanding. Included are: How the date of Chinese New Year is determined based on the lunar calendarThe dates for 1925The meaning of the Zodiac Symbols (and a chart so students can determine their sign based on birthdate)Chinese traditionsTraditional foods for Chinese New Year feastDragon Parade videoFloat of a snake for 2025Video of the Lantern Fest
1st - 4th
Social Studies
Krewe of Louisiana Mardi Gras Float Project
Experience the Louisiana Culture with a hands-on project! Cross-Curricular Project This project includes social studies, math, and English language arts. Students will need to know the history of Louisiana/Mardi Gras, how to find area and perimeter, and how to write a narrative essay. This project is designed for Louisiana 3rd grade standards but can be adapted for other grades. This is fully EDITABLE to meet your needs. This resource includes: •Directions for each step of the project •Example
3rd - 5th
Social Studies, Writing-Essays
All About Mardi Gras Presentation | History, Cultural Traditions, Parades
Immerse your students in the colorful celebration of Mardi Gras, a vibrant and iconic cultural holiday. This resource provides a comprehensive guide to the history, traditions, and parades of New Orleans Mardi Gras. Thoughtfully designed, this presentation covers everything from the symbolism of purple, green, and gold to the use of Mardi Gras masks and the Krewes who plan the parades, this resource offers a fun and educational experience for all. It's the perfect contextual intro for seasonal
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Other (Social Studies), Visual Arts
United States of American Tissue Box Parade
This project is a way for students to learn more about the states (while also getting tissues for your classroom!). If the United States of America is in your curriculum, this is a fun way for students to explore states. Each child will choose a state, follow the directions and create a "float" out of a tissue box. For example, one side of the tissue box should display the state motto, state flower, state fruit, etc. Another side might display the state flag. Display all the floats to creat
2nd - 5th
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies, U.S. History
Thanksgiving Day Activity Packet
This 14 page packet includes: - Prior Knowledge Questions/Review Questions (Answers included at the end of the packet) - Pilgrims Cause/Effect chart (Answers included at the end of the packet) - Squanto and the First Thanksgiving (close reading and questions that follow) - The History of Sarah Joseph Hale and the Celebration of Thanksgiving (close reading and questions that follow) - Creative Writing Prompt (students must choose historical figures to invite to Thanksgiving dinner – what are they
7th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Engineering the Perfect Carnaval Parade Curve: A Math & Design Challenge!
Engineering the Perfect Carnaval Parade Curve: A Math & Design Challenge! Description: Get ready to turn up the excitement with "Engineering the Perfect Carnaval Parade Curve!" This innovative assignment seamlessly blends mathematics and engineering, allowing students to engage with the vibrant world of Carnaval while honing their problem-solving skills. Aligned with TEKS standards for Math and Engineering, this lesson is adaptable for all grade levels K-12, making it a versatile addition to
K - 12th
Economics , Math, Statistics
Also included in: Carnaval & Math Extravaganza: A Festive Learning Bundle for K-12!
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