California symbols

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For the grown-up

Each lesson takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

Big idea

California has symbols of its own, within the United States.

Words

California our state
poppy California’s state flower
quail California’s state bird
redwood state tree including two kinds

All words on the Word Wall

Talk together

Which picture is the bird?
Where are the two bears?
What can you tell about a state and a national symbol?

Get ready

Approved sample images and s4-symbols cut sheet with face-down check strip.

Safety

Only a grown-up uses scissors or cuts cardboard. Keep small pieces out of mouths; use large cards.
A grown-up chooses a safe accessible route and stays close; hold hands near streets. Stay away from traffic, wildlife, unknown plants and standing water; use photos indoors if needed.

How to help

Let your child listen, look and try before you explain. Point to the next picture if needed. Accept drawing, pointing or a voice response; writing is optional. Save the child’s own work with a date.

Standards

K.2