Wanted Poster

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4 and 5 strengthen research skills, historical understanding, informational writing, and creative expression by designing a “wanted” poster for a Prohibition-era figure. Students record the individual’s name, alleged crimes, region of operation, influence, and a creative reward statement. Space is included for a portrait or symbolic illustration, combining visual and textual representation.

Learning Goals

• Research on Historical Figures (Grades 4-5) – Students gather accurate information about individuals involved in Prohibition-era crime or enforcement.
• Understanding Crime & Law Enforcement – Learners explore historical context, motivations, and societal impact.
• Informational Writing & Detail Organization – The activity reinforces clear recording and organization of factual information.
• Illustrative Representation – Students create a visual portrayal that enhances understanding and engagement.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with elementary social studies, ELA, and visual arts standards.
• Combines Creativity and Scholarship – Encourages research while allowing for artistic interpretation.
• Supports Historical Knowledge Retention – Recording details in multiple formats strengthens understanding.
• Flexible Classroom Use – Works well for independent research, group projects, enrichment, or assessment.
• Low-Prep Printable – Ready for classroom or homeschool use with minimal preparation.

This Wanted Poster worksheet helps students explore Prohibition-era history by combining research, writing, and art. By summarizing factual information and illustrating a historical figure, learners strengthen comprehension, organization, creativity, and engagement with historical content.

This worksheet is part of our Prohibition Era Worksheets collection.