Scholars discover who Blue Peter is and how sailors used nautical signal flags on the open waters in order to create their own set of nautical signal flags and send messages to peers.

Concepts

flags, coded messages, sailors, sailing

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Copy and laminate the flag signals page for continued use with little wear and tear
• As a class, come up with your own flag signals that relate to the classroom  
• Display finished products to add a nautical flare to your classroom decor

Classroom Considerations

• Requires an assortment of craft materials
• Page three looks best copied in color

Pros

• Offers two additional ways to continue the learning experience 
• Provides background ifnroamtion about Blue Peter and ho signal flags are used as sailors cross oceans and seas

Cons

• None