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Free social studies webquests
Yellowstone National Park Virtual Field Trip (Distance Learning)
Take a Virtual Road Trip to learn about Yellowstone National Park! This resource includes both a Google Slides edition for digital learning, as well as a printable version. Students use Google Earth and multiple print and digital sources to quickly draw information to answer questions pertaining to Yellowstone National Park. This resource is aligned to the Common Core Standards.Students begin by reading a short passage about Yellowstone to build background knowledge before using the amazing feat
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5th - 8th
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World War I Central Powers Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity
Looking for a way to introduce or review the Central Powers of World War I in your classroom? Check out this internet scavenger hunt! Students will use the scaffolded notes to guide their research throughout the website!Includes:- 4 page internet scavenger hunt (editable PDF or printable)- answer keyThis internet scavenger hunt covers Georgia Performance Standards:SS5H2 Describe U.S. involvement in World War I and post-World War I America.a. Explain how German attacks on U.S. shipping during the
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in:Â World War I Unit Bundle (WWI, WW1)
Ancient Greece Webquest Activity
This resource is meant to be an introductory activity for students at the beginning of a unit studying the Ancient Greek civilization. It can be used to introduce a unit or review before a test. All questions are written in such a way that they can be answered rather quickly using a computer.UPDATED: Now with two pages including images, map, and timeline! Also, an answer key has been added to better help you and your students!This should preferably be used in a middle school classroom. I let
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations BUNDLE Webquest Activities
U.S. State Report
Have students fill out this informational brochure as they research one of the 50 states. Students will have to find the state capital, major cities, bodies of water, industries of the state, states that border, state motto, state bird, state flower, and state tree.
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2nd - 5th
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World Geography Bell Ringer: FREE WEEK (Print & Digital)
This resource contains a one week sample (with answer key!) of the World Geography Bell Ringer. Your students will use the internet to research and fill in facts about a new country each day of the week. This resource is designed to be used as a daily warm-up or for early finishers. However, this could also be used as a station activity and completed in one sitting. This sample also includes a research tip sheet with website links for your students to access facts and data. Your students will us
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7th - 10th
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Immigration- Ellis Island Virtual Tour
Thirty-five guided questions help students navigate the Scholastic.com Ellis Island Virtual Tour. Students work at their own pace and will read, listen, and watch video clips to understand the immigration process of the late 1800s.
An excellent follow up activity to my Immigration Experience Simulation
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6th - 8th
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Anne Frank Webquest · Holocaust · Google Link · Answer Key
This webquest utilizes the Anne Frank House website as a primary resource. Students are guided to a more in depth understanding of Anne Frank's life in the Secret Annex while facilitating their own learning. Webquest questions are both informational and inferential. Perfect pre-reading activity for The Diary of Anne Frank or to compliment Holocaust units.Hyperlinks are embedded on webquest pages for seamless student accessibility.Format:You will receive a printer ready PDF file AND a Google
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5th - 12th
Industrial Revolution Cottage Industry vs. Factory System - Questions and Key
Industrial Revolution Cottage Industry vs. Factory System - Questions and Key (6 Pages)​
This 6 page Industrial Revolution resource covers the topic of the major points and history of the cottage industry and factory system during the Industrial Revolution. It includes a 3 page set of 9 questions and a 3 page key for teacher assessment. As well, the resource includes charts and graphic organizers for students to organize their ideas easily in relation to the Industrial Revolution. The questi
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5th - 10th
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WebQuest "Sled Dog Racing" - Exploring Primary & Secondary Sources - FREE
HIGH-INTEREST TOPIC THAT PUTS READERS AT EASE. NO PREP PRINTABLES AND EASY DISTANCE LEARNING! Meaningful, guided exploration of AUTHENTIC primary & secondary sources that delve into sled dog racing, a historical event. Students read authentic informational text closely to locate central ideas, use critical thinking skills to determine if sources are primary or secondary, and practice reading informational text, a much-needed skill.THIS RESOURCE IS SO ENGAGINGStudents explore official sled do
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5th - 9th
World War II - Rosie the Riveter - Webquest with Key (FREE)
World War II - Rosie the Riveter - Webquest with Key (FREE) - This 4 page webquest includes 9 questions related to the role of women in World War II and the Rosie the Riveter government campaign by the United States! It includes a key for ease of assessment!
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5th - 11th
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THE FIRST THANKSGIVING DIGITAL ACTIVITIES THIRD AND FOURTH GRADES
A FREEBIE SAMPLE OF THE GREAT RACE MAYFLOWER EDITIONFULL UNIT. A fun and exciting way to get your students immersed in learning about THE FIRST THANKSGIVING, PILGRIMS, THE MAYFLOWER, AND THE WAMPANOAG. Students will be engaged in the digital activities in which they ARE the PILGRIM in this PAPERLESS GREAT (AMAZING) RACE.
Each student experiences a unique journey as they take on roles and answer questions using Google Forms and linked websites. They must read carefully for details throughout th
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3rd - 4th
Women of World War II Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity
Looking for a way to introduce or review women of World War II in your classroom? Check out this internet scavenger hunt! Students will use the scaffolded notes to guide their research throughout the website!Includes:- 4 page internet scavenger hunt (editable PDF or printable)- answer keyThis internet scavenger hunt covers Georgia Performance Standards:SS5H6 The student will explain the reasons for America’s involvement in WorldWar II.a. Describe Germany’s aggression in Europe and Japan’s aggres
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in:Â World War II Unit Bundle (WWII, WW2)
Ancient Egypt WebQuest: The Mummification Process Using The British Museum 2023
My sixth-grade students use this activity to earn extra credit while they learn about the ancient technique of mummification. In my class, students use a hardcopy and access the active links within their Google Classroom. Kids in a remote situation could complete the activity online using the Kami extension. An answer key has been included. I hope you enjoy this product!
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6th
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Berlin Wall Cold War Differentiated Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity
Looking for a way to introduce or review the Berlin Wall during the Cold War in your classroom? Check out this differentiated internet scavenger hunt! Students will use the scaffolded notes to guide their research through the website: https://www.jerseygirlgonesouth.com/curriculum/social-studies/cold-war/berlin-wall/.Includes:- instructions page for teacher- 4 page fill in the blank only internet scavenger hunt (editable PDF or printable)- answer key- 4 page open ended comprehension questions an
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Cold War Unit Bundle
Internet Scavenger Hunt - Geographical Features USA - Distance Learning
This internet scavenger hunt is about the geographical features of the USA, including the Gulf of Mexico, the Hudson river and the Erie Canal. An internet scavenger hunt is similar to a webquest, in that students will use the internet to find information. However, internet scavenger hunts are designed for students to search for specific answers, rather than creating an open ended project. Internet scavenger hunts can be done as a whole class, in small groups, individually and even at home.This .
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3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Internet Scavenger Hunt Bundle - Fourth Grade - Distance Learning
World War I Allied Powers Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity
Looking for a way to introduce or review the Allied Powers of World War I in your classroom? Check out this internet scavenger hunt! Students will use the scaffolded notes to guide their research throughout the website!Includes:- 4 page internet scavenger hunt (editable PDF or printable)- answer keyThis internet scavenger hunt covers Georgia Performance Standards:SS5H2 Describe U.S. involvement in World War I and post-World War I America.a. Explain how German attacks on U.S. shipping during the
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in:Â World War I Unit Bundle (WWI, WW1)
Halloween Around the World Webquest
Your students will enjoy learning how Halloween is celebrated in countries around the world with this webquest. Students will use technology explore Halloween celebrations in other countries.Countries featured are: Ireland, Germany, Spain, France, China, Japan, Mexico, and Vietnam, Russia, Holland, Wales, and Italy. There is also a Venn diagram for students to compare Halloween in the US with other countries, a key, as well as a crossword puzzle about Halloween celebrations around the world.I ha
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7th - 12th
Medieval Manor Life Webquest
From History Ninja, students will explore life in a typical medieval European manor through an investigative online quest. Students will learn about the various buildings, activities, people, and vocabulary of manor life using an interactive website based on an actual primary source diary. Questions have headings to guide and focus the students' explorations. This activity utilizes Word so you can alter the pages to your students' specific needs. This assignment can be done in a computer lab
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5th - 10th
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Wacky Facts About Presidents Reading Worksheets Internet Research Webquest
Wacky Facts About Presidents Reading Worksheets Internet Research WebquestDid you know that one president got stuck in the bathtub at the White House? Do you know which president was good at wrestling? Do you know which president was given a speeding ticket for driving his horse and buggy too fast? Your students will have fun learning wacky facts about presidents as they reinforce their reading and research skills as they work through this webquest. Students use the keywords in each question to
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2nd - 7th
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Also included in:Â Webquest Bundle of 35 Scavenger Hunt Activities and PowerPoint Lesson
Virtual Field Trip: The Civil War through Art FREE PREVIEW
Enjoy this free preview! Explore life during the Civil War through famous works of art from the Smithsonian American Art Museum.Click below for the full versionsVirtual Field Trip: The Civil War through ArtVirtual Field Trip: Colonial America through ArtStudents will love following their virtual tour guide through the halls in Washington, DC. Engaging higher level thinking questions will activate their prior knowledge and deepen their understanding of life during the Civil War. Students will eve
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4th - 9th
Famous Places in Spain and Latin America
Great worksheet for learning famous places in Spain and Latin America. Full color pictures of famous places. Students must identify the locations and find out about them. Students need access to internet. Great activity for when you have a sub.
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6th - 12th
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FREE Sleepy Hollow and the Headless Horseman Webquest Virtual Field Trip
Explore the town of Sleepy Hollow and learn about the legend of the Headless Horseman this October and Halloween with your middle and high school students in this FREE Virtual Field Trip in New York! Novel study activities plus movie questions and notes and town tour included! Take a Virtual Field Trip:Take a tour in 360 through Sleepy Hollow townWatch a video about the history of the story and authorWatch the Legend of the Headless Horseman Disney short movieRead the story of the Headless Horse
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Halloween Virtual Field Trip Discount Bundle for Middle and High School
Christmas Around the World QR Code Reading & Activities
Find out how Christmas is celebrated in countries around the world through this fun QR code activity! Students will love using tablets or smartphones to travel around the classroom or school and use the QR codes to explore Christmas celebrations in other countries. You could even keep this as an emergency substitute activity for the month of December.Also included is a Venn diagram for comparing Christmas in two countries as well as a crossword puzzle.Countries featured are: La Navidad in Mexico
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7th - 12th
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Budget Project
**OVER 3,000 DOWNLOADS** This project would be useful for 12th grade econ classes. It gives students a look at what "real life budgeting" will be like someday and includes an optional field trip too! My 12th graders have had a lot of fun completing this project! A colleague and I created this project using some resources from online and other teachers, hence why I have kept this resource FREE for all to use. The document provided provides links to all relevant documents and resources for the pro
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