Revolutionary War: Valley Forge Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth Exploration)

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Michelle McDonald
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5th - 7th, Homeschool
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My students loved going on this virtual field trip. They worked in partners, and the conversations were priceless.
This was a great way to help my students visualize what they'd learned in class about Valley Forge. Will definitely use again in the future!
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  1. This virtual field trip bundle is a great way to infuse technology, spark curiosity, and look at various aspects of the Revolutionary War from multiple perspectives. These virtual field trips combine Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, visuals, and response questions to presen
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Description

If you are studying the American Revolution, this interactive virtual field trip will help your students better understand Valley Forge. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, video, informational text, and visuals, your students will visit historical sites as they learn about the history and significance of this location from multiple perspectives.

This virtual field trip covers:

:: geographic location of Valley Forge

:: significance of Valley Forge

:: Muhlenberg Brigade

:: construction of shelters

:: soldier conditions

:: diversity of the Continental Army

:: women and children

:: training under Baron von Stueben

:: George Washington's letters

:: George Washington's headquarters

:: William Lee

:: National Memorial Arch

This Virtual Field Trip Includes:

:: Informational Text (build background knowledge)

:: Response Questions (EDITABLE)

:: Google Earth™ Links to 360-degree views

:: Grading Rubric

:: Everything is set up in Google Slides & ready to go!

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How it Works:

This virtual field trip can be conducted teacher-led or shared with students through Google Classroom as an independent assignment. Everything is set up for you. This resource is LOW PREP and would even make great sub plans. Student directions are found within the lesson, and direct links are included to specific Google Earth™ locations and videos. All work is completed digitally. No printing necessary.

Structure:

This virtual field trip is structured. This means that the informational text and links are meaningful and are meant to lead students to think critically as they respond to the questions throughout the virtual field trip. This is also a great way to keep students accountable as they learn and explore. All response questions are EDITABLE, so you can tailor to your class needs. Students complete this activity in edit mode of Google Slides.

Standards Alignment:

:: Common Core Standards for Reading Informational Text

:: Washington State Social Studies Standards for 5th grade U.S. History

Grading Rubric:

A grading rubric is included which assesses: accuracy, thoroughness, validity, and writing conventions. Answers will vary throughout, as students are recording their observations and findings.

Technology:

Please note that students will need to access Google Earth™ and YouTube to complete this assignment. Google Earth™ can be accessed on a desktop using Chrome as the browser. If using a tablet or smartphone, simply download the Google Earth App before starting the virtual field trip.

If you have questions, feel free to reach out prior to purchasing. Looking for another virtual field trip that you don’t see? Let me know! I can be reached directly by email at: michellemcdonald9515@gmail.com

Thank you!

Michelle McDonald, B.A.E.

Social Studies Education, K-12

Elementary Education K-8

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Standards

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Integrate information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding of a topic or issue.
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies.
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

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