In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy 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.  Additionally, a video project is included, allowing students to utilize Adobe Express (formerly Adobe Spark), a free, no download needed option.

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 cross-curricular lesson combining social studies/history with technology, which also works well 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 Kennedy Assassination WebQuest Activity
  (print and editable digital files included)

• Important Moments in History: The Kennedy Assassination WebQuest Answer
  Key

• Word Search Puzzle – Kennedy Assassination Terms (includes answer key)

• Events of JFK’s Assassination Video Project Expectations

• Quick Start Guide: Adobe Express video program (formerly Adobe Spark)

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest – 1 (50 minute) class period
• Word Search Puzzle – 15 minutes
• Video Project in Adobe Express (including research) – 1.5 – 3 (50 minute) class periods