21 Free Worksheets and Resources About the Statue of Liberty
Published:
June 16, 2021
Contributor:
Jeannette Tuionetoa
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I can’t help it. I am always super excited to share a bit about my birthplace, New York. These free worksheets and resources about the Statue of Liberty will help your kids learn about one of the most prominent national symbols in the USA.
Why is the Statue of Liberty Important?
I know why the Statue of Liberty is important to me. It holds one of my favorite memories. I was in the military stationed overseas and went back home to New York to visit. It was shortly after 9/11 when my sister, daughter and I took the ferry to Ellis Island to visit the Statue of Liberty.
No one was allowed to go up to the torch, but still being next to what symbolizes freedom after 9/11 was surreal. It meant so much to me and forever will.
To the rest of the nation, The Statue of Liberty represents way more. It wholly represents the friendship between nations and freedom from oppression.
As a matter of fact, The Statue of Liberty was a gift to the United States from France in 1886 as an enduring symbol of freedom.
Before air travel, Lady Liberty was the first sign to immigrants that they were finally free and it was their welcome into New York Harbor.
Why is the Statue of Liberty Green?
This is a question many kids don’t ask. They just are OK with thinking the Statue of Liberty was painted green. Other inquisitive kids may wonder, “Why green?”
The Statue of Liberty is coated with a thin layer of copper all around. The copper turns blue-green with age and time due to the chemical reactions between the metal and water.
This chemical reaction is called patination and happens with most copper when placed outside. We have a few science/STEM activities for you to test this out with the kiddos alongside your Statue of Liberty lessons below.
Statue of Liberty Facts for Kids:
- The Statue of Liberty was originally known as Liberty Enlightening the World.
- Crews worked round the clock seven days a week for nine long years to finish Lady Liberty.
- After The Statue of Liberty was completed in France, it was brought to New York’s harbor in 350 pieces, then reassembled in about 4 months.
- France and the United States took up a collection to pay for the statue. It raised 2,250,000 francs ($250,000 U.S. dollars) and in the 19th century, it was about a million dollars today.
- The Statue of Liberty is on Ellis Island. The island was a quarantine station of people with smallpox in the 18th century.
- The statue is actually closer to New Jersey than New York but was established as part of the 8th Congressional District of New York according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Free Statue of Liberty Worksheets
We’ve searched the internet to compile this HSG FREE Resource Roundup list to help your kids learn all about this amazing national treasure. But if you need or want something quickly, we recommend our 4th of July Mega Pack:
Mega July 4 Activities Pack
Are you looking for fun 4th of July activities this holiday or to supplement a patriotic unit study in school? Then this 57-page mega pack is sure to give you lots of options including a Statue of Liberty Coloring Page
Statue of Liberty Worksheets
1)Downloadable Statue of Liberty Worksheet and 2)National Symbol Worksheet – Need your child to broaden their vocabulary or learn more about their American heritage? These downloads can do both. One worksheet matches vocabulary words like copper and symbol. The second worksheet explains why The Statue of Liberty is a national symbol.
3)The Statue of Liberty Printable Worksheet – Explore this iconic symbol with this worksheet. It teaches kids about the meaning behind it, identifies its different parts, and more. You can download the worksheet or your child can complete it online as an interactive activity.
Free Statue of Liberty Worksheets
4)Statue of Liberty Facts and Free Worksheets – KidsKonnect is my go-to for simple context about all types of subjects. It never lets me down. Even better, they always have fun facts and free worksheets for your kids. Your kids will enjoy reading about the Statue of Liberty facts and worksheets to test their knowledge.
Statue of Liberty Crafts for Kindergarten
5)Coloring Pages All About The Statue of Liberty – Coloring pages are a great addition to all your lessons. There are over six different coloring pages to choose from or to sprinkle throughout your Statue of Liberty lessons.
6)Printable Torch and Crown Craft of the Statue of Liberty – I enjoy all of The Kitchen Table Classroom art lessons, it’s my go-to for my kids for sure. Encourage your kids to engage in this cool 3D DIY crown and torch after the Statue of Liberty.
Statue of Liberty Crafts
7)Paper Roll Craft and Statue of Liberty Template – This adorable toilet paper roll craft is a great way to acknowledge this patriotic symbol. Your little ones can get in on the big kid lessons with an engaging simple Statue of Liberty craft.
8)Statue of Liberty Crown Crafts for Kids – Your kids can make AND wear this gold crown just like the Statue of Liberty. This Lady Liberty Crown is great for ids in pretend play and in role-playing events at home.
9)Statue of Liberty Activity Face Drawing – What is a history lesson without some art to throw alongside it? This activity shows step-by-step instructions to draw Lady Liberty’s face and then color in as well. These drawing lessons are great for art, but also for following instructions and keeping kids engaged.
Videos and Virtual Field Trips for The Statue of Liberty
10)360 Statue of Liberty Virtual Tour Field Trip – You don’t have to travel across the country or even countries to visit places around the world. This tour of The Statue of Liberty can take your kiddos on a super cool virtual field trip. It’s perfect for your New York unit study or landmarks study in homeschool.
11)Short Videos For Kids About the Statue of Liberty – These are short videos to teach your kids loads of fun facts from The Statue of Liberty. The videos explores the history, geography, science, and more about Lady Liberty. The short videos last 3 – 6 minutes.
12)Video for Kids on The Statue of Liberty – This national symbol video explores the famous world landmark of The Statue of Liberty. Your visual learners will enjoy hearing about the origins and facts about Lady Liberty in a video just for kids.
Statue-of-Liberty Project Ideas
13)Copper to Green Pennies Science Experiment – Explore this science experiment about why copper pennies turn green and therefore, why The Statue of Liberty also looks green today.
14)Statue of Liberty Project Activities – Check out some ideas and activities to build a Statue of Liberty Model. These activities will help kids learn about The Statue of Liberty through these hands-on building activities to create their very own Lady Liberty model.
Statue of Liberty LEGO & Puzzles
– LEGO can be a great hands-on way to learn more about Statue of Liberty. We have 3 to list here.
15) LEGO Collectible Statue of Liberty This one is the most challenging and perfect for adults and teens. Includes 1685 pieces
16) LEGO Brickheadz Lady Liberty – A smaller LEGO set with 153 pieces.
17) LEGO Statue of Liberty – Perfect for kids 6+ with only 39 pieces.
18) 3-D Statue of Liberty Puzzles – Easy click technology for kids ages 8-99. 108 pieces
Statue of Liberty Books
No HSG FREE Resource Roundup list would be complete with books, so here’s a few we think you might like:
19)Let Liberty Rise!: How America’s Schoolchildren Helped Save the Statue of Liberty – An inspiring tale about working together.
20) L Is for Liberty – Perfect to read with a younger child and explains the history of the statue and what she stands for.
21) Emma’s Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty – In 1883, Emma Lazarus wrote a sonnet that gave a voice to the Statue of Liberty. A biography for kids with the words of her famous sonnet includes.
Free Landmark Printables
If the Statue of Liberty is just one of the many landmarks you are learning about, you may also be interested in checking out these free printables and worksheets for other famous landmarks.
- Unit Studies and Printables for Landmarks in the USA
- U.S. Man-Made Landmarks Notebooking Journal
- Architects and U.S. Landmarks Fact Cards
- Architects and World Landmarks Fact Cards
- U.S. Natural Landmarks Notebooking Journal
- Resources on Famous World Landmarks
In Conclusion
Every year, millions of people visit the Statue of Liberty to experience its history and majesty in person. It truly is a national treasure and one of the most significant monuments in the world.
Even today, Lady Liberty still remains a symbol of hope and inspiration for many.
