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Balanced literacy webquests for Easel Activities
Culper Spy Ring - American Revolution- WebQuest
The Culper Spy Ring Webquest. Students will gain basic knowledge about the The Culper Spy Ring and its importance to the American Revolution by completing an internet-based set of worksheets. As your students learn about this heroic circle of friends they gain factual information while learning to read for information and using research skills.Supports CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.1-8.1 CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.2-8.2The answer key is included and has all of the questions so you can use it
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: American Revolution Bundle - A Collection Of 10 WebQuests
Freshwater Biomes WebQuest-Aquatic Biomes- Ecology
There are two major types of aquatic biomes, the marine and the freshwater. The freshwater biome is defined as having a low salt content versus the marine biome which is saltwater like the ocean. Your students will read for information and learn all about this collection of aquatic biomes. Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2CCSS.RST.6-8.1 and CCSS.RST.6-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provi
Grades:
4th - 8th
The Vikings WebQuest
As your students learn about how the Vikings played a major role in Northern Europe during the Middle Ages, they gain factual information while learning to read for information and using research skills. The answer key is included and has all of the questions so you can use it for class discussion as the students work on locating the answers. I added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes for your students. You can assign it from Google
Grades:
4th - 7th
George Washington WebQuest
One of the most popular Presidents of the United States, George Washington is known for leading the Continental Army in victory over the British in the American Revolution. He also was the first President of the United States and helped to define what the role of the president would be. As your students learn about this hero and his fight for freedom they gain factual information while learning to read for information and using research skills. Supports CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: American Revolution Bundle - A Collection Of 10 WebQuests
William Shakespeare Webquest - Biography - Grades 9-12
The goal of this webquest lesson is to build your students' research skills and their ability to find reliable resources when asked to research a topic. This is an internet scavenger hunt. Students answer the questions by using a search engine to locate the requested information. This hunt is about the life and works of William Shakespeare. Included are:12 questions a chart for the students to complete 2 short optional writing assignmentsan answer key with the student questions for quick refer
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Marine Biome WebQuest--Nonfiction Reading and Research- Ecology
The marine biome is primarily made up of the saltwater oceans. It is the largest biome on planet Earth and covers around 70% of the Earth's surface. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating aquatic biome that covers around 70% of the Earth's surface. Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.2-8.2CCSS.RST.6-8.1 and CCSS.RST.6-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided an
Grades:
5th - 8th
Walt Disney Webquest
Walt Disney is famous for his animated movies and theme parks. This internet hunt gives your students background information as they read and answer questions about the circumstances and events that surround the story of Walt Disney and all he contributed. During the search they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet. I've included two optional writing assignments and a word search.This is a great way to increase your students' ability to
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: Biography Webquest Bundle -Famous Historical Characters - Research
Rainforest WebQuest
One of the most fascinating biomes on planet Earth is the tropical rainforest. It is filled with tall trees, interesting plants, giant insects, and all sorts of animals. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating land biome that half of the world's animal and plant species call home.Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answe
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: Land Biomes Bundle A Collection of WebQuests
Steve Jobs WebQuest
Steve Jobs is famous for his association with Apple and all of the products that go with that famous emblem. This internet hunt gives your students background information as they read and answer questions about the circumstances and events that surround the story of Steve Jobs and all he contributed to technology. During the search they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet.This is a great way to increase your students' ability to use te
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: Biography Webquest Bundle -Famous Historical Characters - Research
World War II, WW2, WWII Spies Webquest |Reading for Information| Grades 4-8
WW II Spies Webquest. Students will gain basic knowledge about spies and the agencies that operated during WW II. The first part of the webquest addresses general information. The second part gives your students individual examples that may surprise them, and possibly you. Roald Dahl? Julia Child? Students will gain basic knowledge by completing an internet-based set of worksheets. As your students learn about this heroic calling they gain factual information while learning to read for informa
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: Spies in The American Revolution, The Civil War, and WWII Bundle
Abraham Lincoln-WebQuest
Lincoln is most famous for leading the country during the American Civil War. As your students learn about this hero and his fight to preserve the Union they gain factual information while learning to read for information and using research skills. Supports CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1 CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes. You can assign it from Google classroom or
Grades:
4th - 8th
Milton Hershey WebQuest
Milton Hershey is famous for his candy, theme park, and town. This internet hunt gives your students background information as they read and answer questions about the circumstances and events that surround the story of Milton Hershey and how he didn't let early failures stop him. During the search they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet. I've included al writing assignment.This is a great way to increase your students' ability to use
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Grasslands Biome-Temperate and Tropical -WebQuest
Grasslands are wide expanses of land filled with low growing plants such as grasses and wildflowers. Both the Temperate and Tropical Grasslands are covered in this internet hunt. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating biome as they research using this guided webquest. Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes.
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in: Land Biomes Bundle A Collection of WebQuests
Jackie Robinson Grades 4-8-WebQuest
Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play in the major leagues. Robinson broke the baseball color line when the Brooklyn Dodgers started him at first base on April 15, 1947. As your students learn about all the adversity Jackie had to overcome they gain understanding while learning to read for information and using research skills. Supports CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1 CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this resource. I’ve adde
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: Biography Webquest Bundle -Famous Historical Characters - Research
Dangerous Weather -Webquest
Some weather can be dangerous. Your students will read for information and learn about weather situations that can cause damage and even hurt people.Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this resource. I’ve added answer boxes and removed the key. You can assign it from Google classroom or from Easel. The key can be found in the pdf version. ********************************************************************Although I fr
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Desert Biome - WebQuest
Deserts can be hot and miles and miles of sand. They can also be icy and cold. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating land biome as they research using this guided webquest. Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes for your students. You can assign it from Google classroom or from Easel. Looking for more WebQ
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: Land Biomes Bundle A Collection of WebQuests
Simple Machines-WebQuest- CCSS .RI.4.1-8.1-.RI.4.2-8.2
Simple Machines Webquest. Guided by this webquest, your students will read for information and learn all about the 6 basic types of simple machines.The answer key is included and has all of the questions so you can use it for class discussion as the students work on locating the answers. Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes. You can assign it f
Grades:
4th - 8th
Coral Reef Biome WebQuest-Nonfiction Reading and Research- Ecology
The coral reef is one of the major marine biomes. Although it is a relatively small biome, around 25% of the known marine species live in coral reefs. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating aquatic biome. I added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes. You can assign it from Google classroom or from Easel. Some of the extension activities are not included if the Easel format did not support them. Sup
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Temperate Forest - WebQuest
All forests have lots of trees, but there are different types of forests. They are often described as different biomes. Your students will read for information and learn about the temperate forest and all of the fascinating animals that call this biome home.Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes. You can assign it from Google classroom or from E
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in: Land Biomes Bundle A Collection of WebQuests
Mountains WebQuest
Did you know the scientific study of mountains is called orology? Your students will read for information and learn all about mountains.Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key included********************************************************************Although I frequently check for broken links and edit the webquests, I would appreciate any input about problems through the Q&A link. That alerts me through an email and I can quickly address any issues a
Grades:
4th - 8th
Tundra - WebQuest
The tundra biome is a cold and treeless plain where harsh conditions make it hard for plants and animals alike to survive. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating land biome that covers about 20% of the Earth’s land surface. Supports:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1-8.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.2-8.2Answer Key includedI added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes. You can assign it from Google classroom or
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
Also included in: Land Biomes Bundle A Collection of WebQuests
Ruby Bridges WebQuest
Ruby Bridges was the first African-American child to desegregate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in Louisiana during the New Orleans school desegregation crisis on November, 14th 1960. This internet hunt gives your students background information, as they read and learn about this young girl who would become an important symbol of the civil rights movement. During the search, they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet. I'
Grades:
4th - 8th
Anne Frank WebQuest
This internet hunt gives your students background information as they read and answer questions about the circumstances and events that surround the story of Anne Frank and her family. During the search they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet. I've included two optional writing assignments and a word search.This is a great way to increase your students' ability to use technology as part of their whole learning experience.Answer Key inc
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: Biography Webquest Bundle -Famous Historical Characters - Research
Forest Fires WebQuest
Wildfires in the United States typically burn between 4 million and 9 million acres each year. Using this webquest your students will learn about the damage and devastation caused by wildfires and the brave fire fighters who combat them. During the search, they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet. I've included several writing assignments and a word search to give you choices for the varied levels of your classes.This is a great way t
Grades:
4th - 6th
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