The Franklin Shield |
| Create a Family Shield or Coat of Arms Reflecting the Life of Benjamin Franklin |
Use this Activity: |
| Discuss - Explain to students that a coat of arms or family shield is a unique design made up of symbols, colors, or shapes that represent a family's history, achievements, or values. If practical, search for examples and project them to the whiteboard. Then, tell students they will be creating a Franklin family shield. Brainstorm symbols and icons that can be used to represent the life of Benjamin Franklin. |
| Morning Work - The activity takes most students about 20 minutes to complete, making it an ideal solution for morning work. |
| Homework - This activity is a great way to assign homework in social studies or language arts. |
| Display and Presentation- Consider allowing students to present their creations to the class. You can also display these in the classroom or in a hallway. |