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5th grade social studies lesson videos

Preview of Civil War: The Battle of Gettysburg in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Civil War: The Battle of Gettysburg in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Battle of Gettysburg. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Civil War. The worksheet helps students understand the importance of Gettysburg. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so students are more focused throughout the en
Preview of Cuneiform Bundle: Activities on the Invention of Writing in Mesopotamia

Cuneiform Bundle: Activities on the Invention of Writing in Mesopotamia

Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps/Distance Learning version available by clicking here.This 23-page product is a set of activities for your students to learn about the invention of writing in ancient Mesopotamia. All websites for the online activities and video are provided. Your students will love learning using the internet and watching the cartoon video!This lesson is aligned with standards for history/social sciences at the state and national levels.Included:
Preview of September 11th Activities Bundle

September 11th Activities Bundle

Created by
Team Tom
September 11th Activities: Honor the heroes and first responders of September 11th with this social studies and reading comprehension integration unit. The September 11th bundle celebrates and teachers the facts of 9/11 and the heroic deeds of American citizens and first responders.September 11th Activities Bundle Includes:++ Videos++ Slideshows and PowerPoints++ Context Clues Task Cards++ Main Idea Task Cards++ Summarizing Task Cards++ First Responder Slideshow++ Todd Beamer 3-Day Lesson++ 9/11
Preview of Neolithic Agricultural Revolution Bundle: Print Version

Neolithic Agricultural Revolution Bundle: Print Version

Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps version, designed specifically for distance learning, available by clicking here.This 14-page bundle is perfect for a unit on Prehistory, the Paleolithic & Neolithic Ages (the Old & New Stone Ages), or ancient Mesopotamia. Your students will enjoy the video featuring live scenes, and you'll be satisfied knowing that the content is excellent and that students will be paying attention because of the corresponding video questi
Preview of Berlin Wall and East Germany’s Border in 10 Minutes Cold War Video Worksheet

Berlin Wall and East Germany’s Border in 10 Minutes Cold War Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students learn about creation and impact of the Berlin Wall during the Cold War. The video clip is only ten minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Cold War. The worksheet helps students understand why the Berlin Wall was built. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students ar
Preview of History of the National Parks and National Park Service

History of the National Parks and National Park Service

Google Slide Presentation-17 slides on the National Park System and National Park ServiceIncluded Topics:Need for the National ParksHistory of the National ParksCreation of the National Park ServiceCompare and Contrast of National Parks, Monuments, and ForestsMap of most visited National ParksProfiles of 2 of the most famous National ParksExplanation of the Continental Divide and WatershedAlso included are embedded links to videos discussing:The Creation of the National Park ServiceThe Buffalos
Preview of Hindu Gods & Goddesses: Cartoon Videos & Project: In-Person, Online, or Distance

Hindu Gods & Goddesses: Cartoon Videos & Project: In-Person, Online, or Distance

You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.Your students will love t
Preview of Civil War: Gettysburg Address in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Civil War: Gettysburg Address in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Gettysburg Address. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Civil War. The worksheet helps students understand the importance of the Battle of Gettysburg and the Gettysburg Address. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so stud
Preview of 13 Colonies Escape Room | The Escape Classroom

13 Colonies Escape Room | The Escape Classroom

**SEE THE PREVIEW AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF WHY WE ARE THE ORIGINAL AND THE #1 ESCAPE ROOM MATERIAL USED BY THOUSANDS OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS**INCLUDES: 1) Escape Room Activity2) Handout Material3) Lesson Plan On Subject 4) Power Point Presentation5) Promotional Videos 6) How-To Video7) Count Downs 8) Test **The interactive nature of our videos set us apart from all other curriculum sources. Students LOVE our Super Villains, and will beg you for more. When was the last time your students begged
Preview of Persian Wars: Bundle for Ancient Greece: In-Person, Online, or Distance Learning

Persian Wars: Bundle for Ancient Greece: In-Person, Online, or Distance Learning

You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.This 13-page product is a
Preview of Ancient Asia Short Video Worksheet Collection Bundle

Ancient Asia Short Video Worksheet Collection Bundle

Created by
History Wizard
These 16 great video worksheets help cover the history of Asia from ancient times to the 1600s. My students enjoy and are engaged by these simple to use four minute video worksheets. Most importantly, they helped increase student knowledge and understanding of history and culture.Each video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on Asia. Each worksheet guides students through problems, inventions, or ideas that originate from Asia. The video
Preview of American Revolution: Battle of Yorktown Video Webquest

American Revolution: Battle of Yorktown Video Webquest

Created by
History Wizard
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch a wonderful free video on the Battle of Yorktown from the following website:Click here to view the website.This video focuses on the problems the Continental Army overcame in trapping the British at Yorktown. The video does a great job of explaining the importance of the Yorktown Campaign. Students will find the video interesting and engaging. From my perspective this is the best student friendly documentary about the Battle
Preview of Ancient Greece: Music and Culture in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Ancient Greece: Music and Culture in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students to learn about music in Ancient Greece. The worksheet helps students better understand the culture and history of Ancient Greece. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and play the
Preview of Martin Luther King Jr
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Martin Luther King Jr

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and learn about his life and legacy with a technology integration resource. Utilizing Google Slides, students will engage in activities such as watching short videos, creating a timeline, and crafting their own "I Have a Dream" speech. As they explore the themes of peace, equality, and justice through the lens of Martin Luther King Jr.'s message, students will also reflect on how their own dreams can positively impact humanity. Perfect for use during Black Hi
Preview of Oregon Trail Escape Room | The Escape Classroom

Oregon Trail Escape Room | The Escape Classroom

**SEE THE PREVIEW AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF WHY WE ARE THE ORIGINAL AND THE #1 ESCAPE ROOM MATERIAL USED BY THOUSANDS OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS**INCLUDES: 1) Escape Room Activity2) Handout Material3) Lesson Plan On Subject 4) Power Point Presentation5) Promotional Videos 6) How-To Video7) Count Downs 8) Test **The interactive nature of our videos set us apart from all other curriculum sources. Students LOVE our Super Villains, and will beg you for more. When was the last time your students begged
Preview of Complete 4 Minute American Revolution Video Worksheet Collection

Complete 4 Minute American Revolution Video Worksheet Collection

Created by
History Wizard
These great video worksheets cover key events of the American Revolution. My students enjoy and are engaged by these simple to use four minute video worksheets. Most importantly, they helped increase student knowledge and understanding of the American Revolution.Each video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the American Revolution. Each worksheet guides students through problems faced by American Revolution soldiers or through a key e
Preview of Ancient Greece: Athenian Democracy in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Ancient Greece: Athenian Democracy in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students to learn about democracy in the city-state of Athens. The worksheet helps students better understand Athenian democracy in Ancient Greece. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and
Preview of Civil War: Battle of Shiloh Video Webquest

Civil War: Battle of Shiloh Video Webquest

Created by
History Wizard
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch a great 18 minute video on the Battle of Shiloh and answer the questions. The video is from a series by the Civil War Trust Organization.Click here to view the video.This video focuses on the major events of the 1862 campaign in the Western Theater and the climactic Battle of Shiloh. Students will find the video interesting and engaging. From my perspective this is the best and most student friendly documentary about the Batt
Preview of Civil War: Emancipation Proclamation in Four Minutes Video Worksheet

Civil War: Emancipation Proclamation in Four Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Emancipation Proclamation. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Civil War. The worksheet helps students understand the importance of the Emancipation Proclamation. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so students are more f
Preview of The Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney in Five Minutes Video Worksheet

The Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney in Five Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney. The video clip is five minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the early industrialization, slavery, and the origins of the Civil War. The worksheet helps students better understand the sometimes untended consequences of inventions. The video is great for visual
Preview of Black History Month Martin Luther King Jr MLK Discovery Channel Video Sheet

Black History Month Martin Luther King Jr MLK Discovery Channel Video Sheet

Video Viewing Question sheet (with answers) that will help students actively watch the Discovery Channel show "Martin Luther King Jr and the Civil Rights Movement"A great video that is both interesting and informative, less than 30 minutes long makes for a perfect MLK Day history lesson. Viewing sheet can be graded or collected to keep students watching the video. Questions are written in order that they will be viewed during the show.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVbs0RVm6E8or connect to my Y
Preview of Ancient Greek Olympics in Three Minutes Video Worksheet

Ancient Greek Olympics in Three Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Olympics and the Ancient Greeks. The video clip is three minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Ancient Greeks. The worksheet helps students understand how the Ancient Olympics were different from the modern Olympics. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time
Preview of September 11 | Lesson Plan | Video | 9 11 | True Story  | I Was There
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September 11 | Lesson Plan | Video | 9 11 | True Story | I Was There

✅ I Was There 9/11 is the first movie in a powerful and riveting animated series of true stories retold by the very people who lived through some of histories most remarkable  and unthinkable events. This September 11, 2021 marks the 20th Anniversary of the day that changed our world.  The recent events of Afghanistan are a reminder of what started it all, over 2o years ago.  We who lived and remember that day owe it to the next generation to share our stories and to NEVER FORGET! ✅ I Was T
Preview of Yin and Yang: Chinese Philosophy in Four Minutes Video Worksheet

Yin and Yang: Chinese Philosophy in Four Minutes Video Worksheet

Created by
History Wizard
This video worksheet allows students to learn about the Yin and Yang. The worksheet helps students understand Chinese culture and philosophy. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and play the video from the following
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