State Floats

Parents and students,

In celebration of the rich heritage and emblems of each state, fifth-grade students will design a model state float. Each student has been assigned a state and research will be done at school. The float should be decorated in a manner that reflects the state they are researching. Each model will be put on display at school and needs an index card that explains the details of the float. For example, a float of Florida might feature paper oranges, palm trees, alligators, and some state emblems. It should be creative, colorful, fun, and neatly done. Most importantly, it must be 3-dimensional. Many examples can be found online. The float must be COMPLETED AT HOME. 

Our class will display their state floats on May 19th from 1:30 – 2:30. Parents are welcome to come!

To create a state float, follow the steps below:

• Use a box. The float may not be bigger than 14 x 14 inches.
• Completely cover the outside of the box (e.g. tissue paper, foil, colored rice that is glued on, construction paper, etc.)
• Design the top part of the float using creativity and imagination. Think about what you have learned about your state’s national parks, motto, symbols, etc. Take some of these scenes, replicas, or figures that represent your state, placing them on the top in an appealing way.
• Somewhere on the float, you must have the name of your state.
• Your state float should resemble a real float in a parade. Think about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day or Tournament of Roses parade floats.
• Don’t forget your name!
• Be creative, and have fun!