Description
Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in a fun, fresh, and engaging way! Through this activity, students will explore AOC’s leadership, political influence, and inspiring journey as one of the youngest women ever elected to Congress. As they work together, they’ll also strengthen their teamwork and communication skills while contributing to one unified final product.
This biography research activity is a great addition to government, civics, or contemporary history lessons. Students will connect AOC’s advocacy, service, and public engagement to broader themes of democracy, representation, and leadership.
Students will begin by researching Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and gathering information about her background, accomplishments, and impact. They’ll then record their findings in the designated sections on the poster before working together to color or paint and assemble the final display. Once completed, the six-piece poster can be printed on regular paper or cardstock and will measure approximately 28" x 15" when taped together. For long-lasting classroom use, you can laminate the finished product!
This resource includes student directions, a project rubric, and a brainstorm graphic organizer. It also includes six blank coloring pages that come together to form one cohesive poster, an AOC answer key, an example of the final project colored, and a digitally colored example to guide and inspire your students.