Looking for some new activities to spice up your lessons on the 50 states? Try one of these!
1. Apps - Stack the States is my favorite - if you have an iPod, iPhone, or iPad, this activity is for you! This fun and addictive game requires students to answer questions about each state. If they answer correctly, they earn a state to add to their pile. When you stack enough states to cross the finish line - you win! This app costs $0.99, but there is a "lite" version available for free.
2. Food - We all know that yummy and unique snacks are memorable, so here's a list of 50 recipes - one for each state! Some of the recipes are a little "adventurous," but even if you're not brave enough to try them all, this list is a great place to start.
3. State Capital Songs - This one - Wakko's 50 State Capitols - is a popular choice for teaching, with a very catchy tune and a cute cartoon to go with it. However, there are many versions available with a simple internet or YouTube search.
Do you have any fun activities for teaching kids about the United States of America? Feel free to share them in the comments!
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