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Europe Geography — The 15 Most Influential People in European History
By Geography & Math Made Easy
OBJECTIVE:
o Students will become familiar with influential people in European history.
o Students will explore the cause and effects of the identified individuals on Europe.
o Students will, as a group, present their findings to the class on each individual assigned character.
o Students will evaluate and determine which 15 characters were the most influential in European history.
MATERIALS:
o Character cards, scissors, and laminate.
o 5 Influential Individuals of Europe Activity Sheet
o Classroom board and painting tape
o Document camera/projector
o Human European Bingo Game
o Bingo pieces.
PREPARATION:
o Laminate and cut out the character cards so they can be used again, from one year to the next. This will also avoid the cards getting torn when placed on the board at the end of the lesson during the presentations.
o Reproduce the 5 Influential Individuals of Europe, one per student.
o On the board create two columns: Highly Influential and the other Influential.
INTRODUCTION: (20 MINUTES)
Play Human European Bingo. Give each student a bingo card. Allow students 10 minutes to move around the room gathering names of people who are somehow related to Europe, present or past from their classmates. Once their sheet is filled with one name per box, the student will return to his/her seat. Begin with the nearest person and allow him or her to name an individual. Anyone in the room who has that name can place a dauber/coin on that square. The game is played until someone calls European Bingo! If time allows, you may play again. This game will get student warmed up and thinking about those individuals who influenced Europe. If students seem, unknowledgeable and unfamiliar with the topic, allow them to access resources—books, Internet, etc.— during the game.
PROCEDURE: (30-40 MINUTES)
Place the character cards in a bag. Pass the bag around the room, allowing each group to choose five cards from the bag. Students will work in groups to find out as much as they can about the influences each individual had/has on Europe. Students will fill in the 5 Influential Individuals of Europe Activity Sheet.
CLOSURE / EVALUATION: (20 minutes)
Have students present their findings. Set up the document camera/projector. Students will place their character card on the camera/projector so the audience can have a visual of the individual they are talking about.
Students will, within their groups, present their findings. On the board there will be two columns: Highly Influential and Influential. Once students have presented their findings and opinions, they will place the card on the board, using painter’s tape (comes off more easily), under one of the columns; Highly influential or Influential.
ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY: (20 minutes)
The class will work together to determine which names listed under the 15 Most Influential will remain. These are the individuals they will be tested on.
This will allow students to have choices within their studies gives students autonomy of their learning.
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First World War Timeline Close Reading & Writing Bundle 5th & 6th Grade
By Creative Primary Literacy
Three great activities that would span six lessons and a great classroom display about World War 1. Great for class work, distance learning or home schooling. Perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade studying about World History or U.S. History.
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Firstly, there is a great classroom display and sorting activity that is perfect for introducing students to some of the key events from the World War I. There are 30 posters or task cards that include many of the key figures and events from the time period.
Secondly, there is a close reading activity - children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity.
Finally, there is a informational text writing unit. The unit has been split into three separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Ideal for students learning about the First World War.
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Famous Francophone People BUNDLE: Video Project & 2 Word Search Activities!
By Churros and Croissants
Bundle the Famous Francophone Project: Research, Video Promo, and Classroom Competition with the Famous French Historical Figures and French Artist Wordsearch Activities and save 20%
Explore francophone culture with this comprehensive educational bundle designed for middle and high school students. This set combines a dynamic video project and an interactive wordsearch activity, perfect for bringing famous Francophone figures to life in your classroom!
Famous Francophone Project: Research, Video Promo, and Classroom Competition: Encourage creativity and critical thinking as students create captivating videos showcasing influential Francophones. Ideal for enhancing research skills and multimedia presentations, this project encourages deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse francophone contributions. This can be completed in English or French.
Famous French Historical Figures & French Artist Wordsearch : Reinforce historical knowledge with these engaging wordsearch puzzles. Each offers 15 different francophones to search for along with an optional research sheet to discover a fun fact about each. This activity is a great way for students to test their learning and connect with the rich heritage of francophone culture. Perfect for early finishers!
Perfect for French levels 1, 2, 3, and 4. This bundle supports diverse learning styles and adds an exciting dimension to your curriculum. Equip your students with the tools to explore and celebrate global francophone figures while honing their language skills.
THREE French Virtual Field Trip Video Projects: Paris, France, & Countries!
By Churros and Croissants
Are you looking for an engaging and immersive way to explore francophone cultures without leaving the classroom? Look no further! This 3-pack bundle of of video projects offers thrilling virtual field trips that combine creativity, language learning, and a touch of friendly competition. Includes an additional bonus file!
Includes:
Discovering Paris- Unveil the magnificence of France's capital! Explore the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the vibrant Champs-Élysées, and more renowned landmarks. Students will showcase Paris' cultural treasures in captivating commercials.
Regions of France- A visual feast of geography! From Normandie's rich history to the breathtaking landscapes of Provence, this project encourages students to discover the unique charm of France's diverse regions.
Francophone Countries- Embrace global diversity! In this project, students will travel beyond France's borders, exploring the rich cultures of various French-speaking countries worldwide.
SURPRISE Bonus file!
Features:
Friendly Competition: The bundle includes an extra credit element, where students select the top three locations they find most intriguing. This adds a dash of excitement as they advocate for their favorite destinations.
Teacher Savings: By investing in this bundle, you'll not only save money but also empower your students to thrive in their language learning journey.
Multimedia Mastery: Students will unleash their creativity as they curate captivating visuals, engaging soundtracks, and persuasive scripts, making each video a true work of art!
From Classroom to Global Adventure: This bundle brings the world into your classroom, transporting students to iconic sites, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant cultures. It's the perfect blend of education and adventure!
Collaborative Fun: Foster a collaborative spirit as students exchange ideas, collaborate on scripts, and support each other in crafting exceptional travel commercials.
Are you ready to take your students on an unforgettable journey through Francophone cultures? Unlock the gateway to exploration, creativity, and language mastery - Allons-y!
*Projects can be created in either French or English depending on Language level.