Lesson Plan
US Mint

Symbols in My Eyes

For Teachers K - 6th Standards
Explore the hidden meanings behind the images on US currency with this elementary school lesson on symbolism. Starting with a class discussion about symbols, children go on to brainstorm different objects that represent the Unites...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Spy the Flycatcher

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Explore the symbols and special features of Oklahoma. By focusing on Oklahoma's state bird, the flycatcher, learners identify similes, write metaphors, and answer questions about this famous state symbol.
Unit Plan
Curated OER

Symbols of Freedom

For Teachers 1st
Students investigate symbols of the United States in this unit. They exam the Liberty Bell, the American Flag, the President, and the Bald Eagle.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

U.S. Political Map

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore the symbols found in a map legend. In this map skills lesson, students locate the legend on a political map and explain what each of the symbols mean. Students locate and identify several symbols on the map.
Interactive
Curated OER

ESL: States and Their Nicknames

For Students 5th - 7th
In this ESL state nicknames worksheet, students read an article about states and their nicknames, then complete 6 related questions. A link to audio and additional resources is given.
PPT
Curated OER

Out of the Dust: Background notes about the novel, The Great Depression, and The Dust Bowl

For Teachers 5th - 7th
If your class is reading the historical fiction novel, Out of the Dust, then you are in luck. Here are a few slides that will help you provide historical context for the book, as well as define main characters, setting, symbolism, and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Binary and Communication Systems

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students participate in an activity that introduces them to the concept of binary coding as a language. They decode messages using special boards that has its own code for different letters. They create new codes by rearranging wires...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Communications: To the Rescue!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students role-play as soldiers rescuing lost mountain climbers. Working in teams, they interpret maps to locate the climbers and use flashlights to send and receive coded messages about the rescue. Their goal is to complete the task in...
Unit Plan
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Oklahoma

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site has a colorful display of information about Oklahoma. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
Website
Other

Travel ok.com: About Oklahoma

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides some facts about the state of Oklahoma. Content includes general information, geography facts, Indian facts, a list of famous Oklahomians, state symbols, and the lyrics to the official state song.
Website
Other

Travel ok.com: About Oklahoma

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides some facts about the state of Oklahoma. Content includes general information, geography facts, Indian facts, a list of famous Oklahomians, state symbols, and the lyrics to the official state song.
Handout
Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Oklahoma

For Students 9th - 10th
Features extensive information regarding Oklahoma history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Oklahoma

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Oklahoma including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.