Postage Stamp Design
In 1940, the first stamp issued in honor of a black American was released.
The image was of educator Booker T. Washington. Since then, many black
Americans' lives and contributions have been celebrated on postage stamps.
Objective: Students will design a stamp honoring a black American, place, event
or contribution.
Materials:
Chromebook, paper, pencil, stamp template, colored pencils, markers, scissors
Lesson: 3 day project
Day 1: Students will research on their Chromebooks and create a rough sketch.
Day 2: When ready, students will re-draw their stamp on the template.
The stamp must include the price, USA, and an image. The design should be
highly detailed, creative and demonstrate fine craftsmanship.
Day 3: Students will complete the design with colored pencils and/or markers.
The stamp will be cut out and glued onto a half sheet of colored paper.
