Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about New England through art, English, history, science, and social studies activities.

Materials and Prep

• Blank paper
• Coloring materials
• Storybook about New England
• Old maps of New England (can be printed from the internet)
• Old photographs of New England (can be printed from the internet)

No prior knowledge needed, just be ready to have fun!

Activities

• Art: Draw and color a picture of the New England coastline or a lighthouse.
• English: Read a storybook about New England and write a short sentence about your favorite part.
• History: Look at old maps and photographs of New England. Compare them to how it looks today.
• Science: Learn about the weather in New England. Is it different from where you live?
• Social Studies: Talk about the people who live in New England. What do you think their lives are like?

Talking Points

• New England is a region in the northeastern part of the United States. It has beautiful coastlines and historic lighthouses. You can draw and color a picture of these!
• "Let's read this storybook about New England together. What was your favorite part?"
• "Look at these old maps and photographs of New England. How do they compare to what we see today?"
• "Do you know that New England can have snowy winters and warm summers? It's interesting to learn about different types of weather!"
• "People in New England have a rich history and different traditions. What do you think their lives are like compared to ours?"