8th Grade Computer Science & Technology Webquests (by date, latest first)

Dive into the History of AI with an Engaging WebQuest!

This 8-question WebQuest explores the fascinating evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI), fostering critical thinking and research skills.

• Student-Centered Learning: Students investigate reliable resources to uncover the origins, milestones, and future of AI.
• Comprehensive & Ready-to-Use: Covers key topics such as early developments, breakthroughs, ethical considerations, and real-world applications, with an included answer key.
• Time-Saving: All links and resources are provided—no extra prep required!

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You're about to start a Robotics Unit and you're looking for an informative and FUN way to introduce students to robots. THis Web Quest gives them the history of robots, looks at different types of robots and includes thought provoking video links.

They'll browse the websites of world leaders in robots, both humanoid and manufacturing. They'll complete charts and tables. They'll answer critical thinking questions.

This file includes:
-Word document that you can print to give students a hard copy of the activity.
-PDF file of student handout that you can load in your LMS (I use Canvas and it works beautifully!) so that students have access to the links.
-Word document of the answer key.
-PDF version of the answer key.

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This webquest / Internet scavenger hunt is a perfect one day activity for middle schoolers to learn more about Louis Pasteur and his inventions and contributions with these interesting questions. It is appropriate for middle school social studies/history, science, or technology classes.

The lesson includes the student handout and an answer key, along with a short list of sites that teachers can provide to students to help with the quest if they choose. There are also some additional links to sites if teachers want to expand the lesson. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson. This is a great lesson to leave with a sub too!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included:

* Teacher & Student Resources

* Fun Facts about Louis Pasteur WebQuest Student Questions - 2 versions: Print (MS Word) and Digital (MS PowerPoint) editable

* Fun Facts about Louis Pasteur WebQuest Answer Key - non-editable, .pdf

* Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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This webquest / Internet scavenger hunt is a perfect one day activity for middle schoolers to learn more about Madam Marie Curie and her inventions with these fun questions. It is appropriate for middle school social studies/history, science, or technology classes.

The lesson includes the student handout and an answer key, along with a short list of sites that teachers can provide to students to help with the quest if they choose. There are also some additional links to sites if teachers want to expand the lesson. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This is a great lesson to leave with a sub too!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)

• WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Franz Schubert and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Schubert’s style, using Audiotool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Franz Schubert WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Franz Schubert WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Music in Schubert’s Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Music Project: 2-3 (50 minute) class periods

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In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the modern Broadway composer, Jerome Kern and his work, as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Then, students research their choice of one of his famous musicals and create a presentation or a video about it using their choice of Web 2.0 tools such as Prezi, Adobe Spark, eMaze, Canva, etc. (free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well. This lesson could be used in a music, drama, history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs
• Software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides (optional –
  students can use Web 2.0 tools)

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Learning about Jerome Kern WebQuest Activity (print and
  editable digital files included)
• Learning about Jerome Kern WebQuest Answer Key
• Musical Compositions of Jerome Kern Project Expectations with Rubric

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period
• Presentation / Video Project (including research) – 2-4 (50 minute) class periods
• Optional: additional time for students to present their project to the class (time will vary depending on class size).

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Johannes Brahms and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Brahms’ style, using AudioTool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Johannes Brahms WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Johannes Brahms WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Music in Brahms’ Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Music Project: 2-3 (50 minute) class periods

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Pierre-Auguste Renoir and his art as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create an art project of their own, using Renoir’s style, in Microsoft Paint, 3D Paint, or one of these free Web 2.0 tools: SketchPad (https://sketch.io/sketchpad/) or SumoPaint (https://www.sumopaint.com/home/#app) that do not require download. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the art project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Pierre-Auguste Renoir WebQuest Activity (print and editable
  digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Pierre-Auguste Renoir WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Art in Renoir’s Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Art Project: 1-2 (50 minute) class periods

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In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the modern Broadway composer, Cole Porter and his work, as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Then, students research their choice of one of his famous musicals and create a presentation or a video about it using their choice of Web 2.0 tools such as Prezi, Adobe Spark, eMaze, Canva, etc. (free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well. This lesson could be used in a music, drama, history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs
• Software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides (optional –
  students can use Web 2.0 tools)

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Learning about Cole Porter WebQuest Activity (print and
  editable digital files included)
• Learning about Cole Porter WebQuest Answer Key
• Musical Compositions of Cole Porter Project Expectations with Rubric

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period
• Presentation / Video Project (including research) – 2-4 (50 minute) class periods
• Optional: additional time for students to present their project to the class (time will vary depending on class size).

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Georges Seurat and his art as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create an art project of their own, using Seurat’s style, in Microsoft Paint, 3D Paint, or one of these free Web 2.0 tools: SketchPad (https://sketch.io/sketchpad/) or SumoPaint (https://www.sumopaint.com/home/#app) that do not require download. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the art project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Georges Seurat WebQuest Activity (print and editable
  digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Georges Seurat WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Art in Seurat’s Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Art Project: 1-2 (50 minute) class periods

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Johann Strauss and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Strauss’ style, using AudioTool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Johann Strauss WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital
  files included)
• Fun Facts about Johann Strauss WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Music in Strauss’ Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Music Project: 2-3 (50 minute) class periods

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Lesson Overview

In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Independence Day (July 4) as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file.  Also included is a word search puzzle with answer key, perfect as a part of the lesson, or as an extension activity for early finishers.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)
• WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)
• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• 1 – 1.5 (50 minute) class periods

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In this one-day activity, students learn about the history of the Golden Gate Bridge and refine their Internet search skills as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. Students can be provided with the sites that have the answers (in the provided Student Resources) or directed to search the Internet on their own. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well. Great for use with a sub too!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Learning about the Golden Gate Bridge WebQuest Activity in two versions: print (non-editable .pdf) and editable MS PowerPoint interactive digital version

• Learning about the Golden Gate Bridge WebQuest Answer Key (.pdf)

• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Frederic Chopin and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Chopin’s style, using AudioTool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Fun Facts about Frederic Chopin WebQuest Activity (print and

Editable digital files included)

• Fun Facts about Frederic Chopin WebQuest Answer Key

• Creating Music in Chopin’s Style using AudioTool

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about George Gershwin and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Gershwin's style, using AudioTool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Fun Facts about George Gershwin WebQuest Activity (print and

Editable digital files included)

• Fun Facts about George Gershwin WebQuest Answer Key

• Creating Music in Gershwin’s Style using AudioTool

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⭐ Sound Engineering - Design & Build a Musical Instrument
⭐ Music Related Pixel Art in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
⭐ Exploring Careers: Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
⭐ Creating and Editing Audio & Music in Audacity

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This webquest / Internet scavenger hunt is a perfect one day activity for middle schoolers to learn more about Guglielmo Marconi and his inventions with these interesting questions. It is appropriate for middle school social studies/history, science, or technology classes.

The lesson includes the student handout and an answer key, along with a short list of sites that teachers can provide to students to help with the quest if they choose. There are also some additional links to sites if teachers want to expand the lesson. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This is a great lesson to leave with a sub too!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

* Teacher & Student Resources

* Student WebQuest Questions - 2 versions (Print version in MS Word; digital version in MS PowerPoint - editable)

*WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

* Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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This webquest / Internet scavenger hunt is a perfect one day activity for middle schoolers to learn more about George Boole and his inventions with these fun questions. It is appropriate for middle school social studies/history, science, math, or technology classes.

The lesson includes the student handout and an answer key, along with a short list of sites that teachers can provide to students to help with the quest if they choose. There are also some additional links to sites if teachers want to expand the lesson. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This is a great lesson to leave with a sub too!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)

• WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Michelangelo and his art as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create an art project of their own, using Michelangelo’s style, in Microsoft Paint, 3D Paint, or one of these free Web 2.0 tools: SketchPad (https://sketch.io/sketchpad/) or SumoPaint (https://www.sumopaint.com/home/#app) that do not require download. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the art project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Michelangelo WebQuest Activity (print and editable
  digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Michelangelo WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Art in Michelangelo’s Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Art Project: 1-2 (50 minute) class periods

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

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In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Sergei Rachmaninoff and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Rachmaninoff’s style, using AudioTool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Sergei Rachmaninoff WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Sergei Rachmaninoff WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Music in Rachmaninoff’s Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Music Project: 2-3 (50 minute) class periods

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This webquest / Internet scavenger hunt is a perfect one day activity for middle schoolers to learn more about Alexander Graham Bell and his inventions with these fun questions. It is appropriate for middle school social studies/history, science, or technology classes.

The lesson includes the student handout and an answer key, along with a short list of sites that teachers can provide to students to help with the quest if they choose. There are also some additional links to sites if teachers want to expand the lesson. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This is a great lesson to leave with a sub too!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)

• WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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