Make an Advertisement: The Juke Box

Today, we're travelling back in time to the 1940s to become top-notch advertisers. Your mission is to create the most unique, convincing advertisement for a jukebox company! But not just any jukebox—your jukebox will be the talk of the town, the latest must-have item in every diner and restaurant.

Get ready to unleash your creativity! It's time to design, draw, and write an ad that will transport everyone back to the swingin' 40s. Keep in mind that a great ad is colorful, catchy, and creative. Make it so irresistible that potential buyers will not be able to resist the allure of the magical and musical jukebox!

Ready? Set? Let's rock and roll!

Printable & Activity Objectives

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Age: 8 to 9 year olds, Activity Time: 1-2 hours, Items Needed: Writing and Colouring pencils

In this printable activity, elementary students will create a persuasive advertisement for a jukebox from the 1940s. They will use their research, artistic and writing skills to make a colourful, catchy, and imaginative ad, showcasing the jukebox as a must-have item of the era.

It will help your child or student with:

Encourages Historical Understanding: BExploring the 1940s allows students to gain valuable insights into the culture and technology of the past, making history both engaging and relatable.
Enhances Creativity: Students will hone their creativity by designing a distinct and captivating advertisement, significantly improving their artistic and innovative abilities.
Develops Writing Skills: Crafting a compelling advertisement is an effective way for students to sharpen their persuasive writing skills, broaden their vocabulary, and strengthen their communication abilities.

Let's get going!

Classroom Resources

Simple steps to start:

Research and learn more about the history of music playing devices and particularly the classic juke box. Here's is an actual news coverage video of the Juke Box in the 1950s: