8th Grade World History Internet Activities

Make learning about World War 1 interesting with this no-prep digital escape game.  The game includes access to a website where your students will hunt for the keys to unlock a set of locks.  Students will need to read the clues very carefully and watch videos, visit websites, and read texts to find the information they need to win the game.  Very easy to use - just send your students to the website and let them work!  Students can play individually or in teams. 

Your great-grandfather has left you a medal from his time during the great war but you can't open the box it is in without figuring out the codes to several locks. Learn about World War 1 and open the locks to obtain the medal in this World War 1 digital escape game. This is a challenging activity that students will need to work together and think critically in order to complete.

Digital escape games are a fun way to start a unit, or to review at the end of a unit.  They can also be used to learn about a cultural or historical event.  This game will have your students reading carefully and paying attention to the smallest details in order to complete the challenge and unlock the locks.  

This item includes:

• Access to a website where your students can play the game
• Complete teacher's guide to playing the game
• Answer key so you can help students if they get stuck!

Your students will enjoy learning without even realizing that they are learning!  The challenging game format will get them excited about finding the code to unlock each lock - and the format of the clues for each lock will have them paying close attention - there's no way to solve the puzzles  without being 100% focused! 

Topics in this game include:

• submarines
• trench warfare
• the assassination of Franz Ferdinand
• the Armistice
• the Treaty of Versailles

Prep is very easy - you just need to share the website URL with your students.  You may want to test the site before you use it, just to make sure nothing is blocked by your district.  As some of the clues can be challenging to unlock, you may choose to help your students with the trickier ones.  With the teacher guide, you will have the answer key - so you can help guide students towards the correct answer by giving them hints, or if you have limited time, you can adjust the game by reducing the number of locks they need to unlock - just give them the answer(s) to help the activity fit your time constraints.

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Students will gain basic knowledge about the Holocaust by completing a worksheet. Afterwards students are asked to find basic knowledge about some of the victims of the Holocaust as they are taken to a website with victim profiles. Lastly students are asked to construct an Acrostic poem dedicated to one of the victims of the Holocaust. A great activity which places a human face on the Holocaust. Comes with an answer key and rubric.

Dive Deep into the Fascinating Eras of Egyptian History with The Three Kingdoms of Egypt!

Engage students with this comprehensive interactive reading assignment exploring the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms of Egypt—three pivotal eras that shaped ancient Egypt’s development and legacy. Perfect for middle and high school World History classes, this assignment introduces students to the unique characteristics, accomplishments, and historical figures of each kingdom, along with the lasting influence of ancient Egyptian culture.

Perfect For:

• World History and Social Studies Teachers: A must-have resource for introducing students to the key phases of Egyptian history.
• Building Contextual Understanding: Enables students to connect Egypt’s historical achievements with broader themes in world history.
• Variety of Learning Levels: Content is accessible and engaging for diverse student levels, encouraging independent and critical thinking.

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Pancho Villa Reading Challenge Decode and Write

Includes a Digital Challenge were students read, highlight and decode a secret message!

+ A Writing Prompt

+PDF reading

In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the 19th Century Medical Revolution 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.  Also included with this lesson is a word search puzzle that includes an answer key, perfect for early finishers or as a part of the lesson.  Finally, students create a timeline of events using the free Web 2.0 tool, Tiki-Toki (www.tiki-toki.com). 

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 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.

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· Important Moments in History: The Medical Revolution WebQuest
Activity (print and editable digital files included)

· Important Moments in History: The Medical Revolution WebQuest
Answer Key

· Word Search Puzzle – The Medical Revolution Vocabulary (includes answer key)

· Events of The Medical Revolution Timeline Project Expectations

· Quick Start Guide:  Tiki-Toki

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period

· Word Search Puzzle – 15 minutes

· Timeline Project in Tiki-Toki (including research) – 1.5 -3 (50 minute) class periods

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This resource can be used as a pre-reading activity for The Diary of Anne Frank by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett or The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank. This resource includes two student worksheets which utilize an interactive website about the Frank hideout. Students will explore the website to find answers to the questions provided, and they will learn a little more about the people who were in Anne Frank's life. A presentation with answers to the questions is included in this resource.

Delve deep into the controversial decisions during the Vietnam War? Introducing our no prep for you or emergency sub comprehensive interactive Google Docs product on the "Low IQ Recruitment during the Vietnam War" for your Cold War Era U.S. history program. Use it online or print it our for those without digital access.

Key Features:

1. Vocabulary Boost: A tailored list of relevant terms, along with their definitions and example sentences. Boost comprehension and encourage active engagement!

2. In-depth Overview: Understand the contentious Project 100,000 and its implications. A well-researched piece offering a concise yet thorough insight into the program's history, its intentions, and its outcomes.

3.Reading Summary: Perfect for a quick review or to aid revision. Condenses the main points, making it easy to recall key details.

4. Varied Question Types: Multiple Choice, Short Answer, and Open-Ended questions included. Enhance cognitive skills and cater to different learner profiles.

5. Critical Thinking Catalyst: The open-ended questions are designed to spark meaningful discussion and deep reflection. Empower students to form their own perspectives!

Benefits:

• Saves you time on lesson planning.
• Promotes engaging discussions.
• Ensures comprehensive understanding with varied assessment methods.
• Customizable: Easily adapt to your teaching style or to your students' needs!

Use Case: Perfect for high school and college-level history classes, debate teams, or anyone eager to explore the lesser-known facets of the Vietnam War.

Why This Product?

The Vietnam War was not just a series of battles; it was a collection of decisions, policies, and controversies. With this product, students don't just learn; they question, they ponder, and they understand. Equip them with knowledge, and challenge them with perspectives!

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Common Core Outcomes:

For Grades 6-8:

• Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-8: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.4, RH.6-8.5, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10

For Grades 9-12:

• Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 9-10 & 11-12: RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.11-12.1, RH.11-12.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.11-12.4, RH.9-10.7, RH.11-12.8, RH.9-10.10, RH.11-12.10

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Covering The Boy in the Striped Pajamas? Don't know where to start? We have you covered! This bundle includes six different products to help: an introduction power point, a holocaust web quest, a study guide, a characterization flip book, graphic organizers, and a film analysis. Great for differentiated instruction!

*Study Guide and Characterization flipbook are both the Google Drive Version; however, to access them you will need to click on the bonus file and follow the links.

Challenge and excite your students with this comprehensive and engaging Prehistory and Early Civilizations Mega Bundle! This exclusive bundle combines in-depth reading comprehension with a wide variety of interactive activities, providing everything you need to explore prehistory and early civilizations in your classroom. Designed for middle and high school students, this mega bundle covers key topics including prehistory, the Neolithic Revolution, and the River Valley Civilizations of Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, and India.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive Reading Passages: Each worksheet includes detailed, content-rich reading passages with bolded key terms, subtitles, and definitions to aid student understanding.
• Engaging Interactive Activities: From foldables and graphic organizers to crossword puzzles and hands-on projects, students will stay engaged as they learn about early human history.
• PowerPoints and Visual Aids: Use visually appealing PowerPoints and other visual tools to bring history to life and make complex topics accessible to all students.
• Assessment Tools: Unit quiz and answer keys are included to easily assess student progress and understanding of key concepts.
• Lesson Objectives: Each worksheet and activity includes clear learning objectives to guide instruction and focus on essential historical concepts.
• Creative Projects and Games: Recap topics with best-selling projects and games that your students are sure to love!

Topics Covered:

• Prehistory
• The Neolithic Revolution
• River Valley Civilizations: Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, and India

Ideal For:

• Comprehensive study of prehistory and early human civilizations
• Engaging classroom activities, projects, and homework assignments
• Enriching homeschooling curriculum
• Preparation for exams and unit reviews

History of La Piñata Digital Reading and Decoder

Students read a passage and answer comprehension questions. Based on the answers they are able to decode a secret message!

Also includes a printable reading of the History of the Piñata with a Compare and Contrast worksheet.

In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the fall of the Berlin Wall 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.  Also included with this lesson is a word search puzzle that includes an answer key, perfect for early finishers or as a part of the lesson.  Finally, students research a portion of the events that led up to the fall of the wall and create a presentation using Microsoft Sway.  Optionally, they can present this to the class.

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 upper elementary or high school as well.  This 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.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Important Moments in History: The Fall of the Berlin Wall WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• Important Moments in History: The Fall of the Berlin Wall WebQuest Answer Key
• Word Search Puzzle – The Fall of the Berlin Wall Vocabulary (includes answer key)
• Events of The Fall of the Berlin Wall Presentation Project Expectations
• Quick Start Guide:  Microsoft Sway

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period
• Word Search Puzzle – 15 minutes
• Presentation Project in MS Sway (including research) – 2-3 (50 minute) class periods
• Additional time for student presentations to the class, duration depends on class size and is optional

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Delve deep into the controversial decisions during the Vietnam War? Introducing our no prep for you or emergency sub comprehensive interactive Google Docs product on the "Low IQ Recruitment during the Vietnam War" for your Cold War Era U.S. history program. Use it online or print it our for those without digital access.

Key Features:

1. Vocabulary Boost: A tailored list of relevant terms, along with their definitions and example sentences. Boost comprehension and encourage active engagement!

2. In-depth Overview: Understand the contentious Project 100,000 and its implications. A well-researched piece offering a concise yet thorough insight into the program's history, its intentions, and its outcomes.

3.Reading Summary: Perfect for a quick review or to aid revision. Condenses the main points, making it easy to recall key details.

4. Varied Question Types: Multiple Choice, Short Answer, and Open-Ended questions included. Enhance cognitive skills and cater to different learner profiles.

5. Critical Thinking Catalyst: The open-ended questions are designed to spark meaningful discussion and deep reflection. Empower students to form their own perspectives!

Benefits:

• Saves you time on lesson planning.
• Promotes engaging discussions.
• Ensures comprehensive understanding with varied assessment methods.
• Customizable: Easily adapt to your teaching style or to your students' needs!

Use Case: Perfect for high school and college-level history classes, debate teams, or anyone eager to explore the lesser-known facets of the Vietnam War.

Why This Product?

The Vietnam War was not just a series of battles; it was a collection of decisions, policies, and controversies. With this product, students don't just learn; they question, they ponder, and they understand. Equip them with knowledge, and challenge them with perspectives!

Grab your copy now, and give your students an unparalleled learning experience!

Common Core Outcomes:

For Grades 6-8:

• Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-8: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.4, RH.6-8.5, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10

For Grades 9-12:

• Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 9-10 & 11-12: RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.11-12.1, RH.11-12.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.11-12.4, RH.9-10.7, RH.11-12.8, RH.9-10.10, RH.11-12.10

Please provide feedback as this is my first Digital product

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Teaching The Book Thief? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a complete unit for the The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.

Includes

• Study Guide
• Characterization Flip book
• Graphic Organizers
• Holocaust Webquest
• Introduction Power Point
• Vocabulary Quizzes
• Answer Keys

Save time and money with this amazing bundle of over 30 interactive and engaging activities, designed to enhance your world history classroom! This package helps supplement your existing curriculum, lessons and units, covering key periods from The Middle Ages to The Renaissance, as well as World Religions, and provides a rich variety of learning tools to captivate your students and deepen their understanding of history.

Topics covered in this bundle:

1. The Middle Ages
2. World Religions
3. Chinese History
4. The Renaissance
5. The Protestant Reformation
6. Vocabulary Review
7. Projects and Activities for any unit!

Product Overview: This bundle includes a wide variety of activities to suit different learning styles and classroom needs:

• Interactive Reading Lessons: Explore historical texts and topics with guided questions and activities.
• Worksheets & Notes: Comprehensive resources for classwork and homework.
• Projects & Research Assignments: Encourage deeper investigation into historical topics.
• Crossword Puzzles & Word Searches: Reinforce vocabulary and key concepts in a fun, engaging way.
• Classroom Games: Interactive games that make learning history exciting.
• Detailed Teacher Guides: Easy-to-follow guides for smooth lesson implementation.
• Answer Keys & Rubrics: Simplify grading and provide clear expectations for students.
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This bundle is perfect for:

• New teachers wanting to build a solid collection of activities!
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Spanish 1 Gamify your Classroom Bundle

1.Los Verbos Granja Quiz

2. Escape Room Granja Preposiciones

3. Kitchen Escape Room Present Tense

4. Museo Present Tense Escape Room

5. Gender-specific Nouns GENIALLYLAND BREAK vivimos nosotros vivíamos

6. Ser and Estar La Prueba de los Dinosauros

7. Movie Awards Quiz- Las Preguntas

8. Saber vs conocer Breakout

9. Carnival Greetings Quiz

10. History of La Piñata Digital Reading and Decoder

11. Pancho Villa Reading Challenge

12. Games/Activities for the Spanish Classroom

13. Present Tense Mystery Picture 1

14. Present Tense Mystery Picture 2

15. Los Adjetivos CSI: Mystery

16. Present Tense Boom Cards

17. Spanish 1 Review Game

18. Greetings Quiz

19. Saber vs. Conocer Quiz

20. Usted Commands Escape Room

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Games can reinforce vocabulary, grammar, and language concepts. Repetition through games helps solidify learning.

Interactive and Fun!

Gamifying your Spanish class can bring numerous benefits and enhance the learning experience for students. Here are some reasons why you should consider gamifying your Spanish class:

1. Increased Engagement: Games are inherently engaging and can capture students' attention. Gamifying your Spanish class makes learning more enjoyable and encourages active participation.

2. Motivation: Games provide a sense of achievement and progress. Students are motivated to earn points, badges, or rewards, which can drive them to learn and improve their Spanish skills.

3. Interactive Learning: Gamification promotes interactive learning through challenges, quizzes, and interactive exercises. This hands-on approach helps students actively practice and apply their language skills.

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• Students will practice many Spanish One Concepts like: Greetings, Present Tense, Present Tense Stem changers, ser and estar, questions, nationalities, introductions to spanish class, adjectives, cultural units, saber vs. conocer, and much more! The excitement and engagement of games often lead to better information retention and recall, which is crucial for language learning.

• Students type in the password to play.

These games are perfect for sub-plans, reviews before a test, lesson-fillers, exit slips, homework, independent practice, warm-up!

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Teaching Number The Stars? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a complete unit for the classic novel Number The Stars by Lois Lowry. Keep your students engaged from beginning to end.

Complete Unit.

Covers the entire book !

Great for differentiation.

Includes:

⭐Number The Stars Introduction Power Point

⭐Number The Stars Flip book Study Guide

⭐Number The Stars Characterization Flip book

⭐Number The Stars Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes

⭐Holocaust Webquest

⭐Graphic Organizers - Any Novel

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Bring History to Life with this European Explorers Biography & Tombstone Research Project!

Engage your students in a hands-on, creative way to explore the lives and legacies of key European explorers with this World History Research Project. Perfect for middle and high school students, this unique project encourages research, critical thinking, and creativity as students dive into the Age of Exploration.

What’s Included:

• Explorer Biography Research Guide: Students will research the life, achievements, and journeys of famous European explorers such as Christopher Columbus, Vasco da Gama, Ferdinand Magellan, and more.
• Explorer Map Activity: Students visualize the expeditions of their chosen explorer on a world map.
• Research Prompt & Questions: Step-by-step guidance to help students gather information on the explorer’s early life, voyages, discoveries, and historical significance.
• Project Rubric: A clear, easy-to-follow rubric for grading and evaluation, ensuring both creativity and research are rewarded.

Key Features:

• Interactive & Creative: This project allows students to get creative while reinforcing their research and writing skills, making history engaging and memorable.
• No Prep, Ready to Use: Perfect for teachers looking for a no-prep, student-driven activity that can be completed individually or in small groups.
• Cross-Curricular Connections: Students develop skills in research, writing, creativity, and critical thinking while learning about the exploration that shaped the modern world.
• Flexible for In-Class or Homework: Suitable for a variety of learning environments, whether it’s a classroom project, homework assignment, or independent study.

Topics Covered:

• Age of Exploration: Investigate the motivations behind European exploration, from economic factors to technological advancements that enabled global voyages.
• Famous Explorers: Research major explorers like Columbus, Magellan, Vasco da Gama, and Cortez, understanding the routes they took, their discoveries, and their impact on indigenous peoples and global trade.
• Exploration’s Impact on World History: Examine how European exploration led to the spread of European empires, the exchange of goods and ideas, and the start of the modern global economy.

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Make Reading Fun with these Reading Challenges.

Cultural Topics in the classroom are important, but let's make them more interesting with an awesome Secret Code or Message.

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Bring Ancient Law to Life with an Interactive Lesson on Justinian’s Code!

Introduce your students to one history's most famous rulers and examine first-hand a selection of the laws he created! Students will be engaged during this interactive lesson, geared toward great discussion and debate!

If you don't know about Peardeck, it's a free Google extension that allows students to actively participate in your lesson through formative assessments and interactive questions you can add to your presentations right from Google Slides.

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