This is one of my favorite activities we do to start our year! I display their work all year long, and, to me, it’s the first step in making “my classroom” into “our classroom.” Although I use it as a “getting to know you” assignment, it can be used at any time. Coats of Arms are most heavily associated with Europe, the first region we examine. However, I’ve incorporated resources that showcase symbols from around the world to make this more culturally responsive. It also is a better fit for ou