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Students will gain basic knowledge about the Renaissance by completing an internet based worksheet. The following topics are covered in this webquest: Important ideas and themes related to the Renaissance Important people of the Renaissance Important places during the Renaissance The webquest contains twenty-eight questions and is a great introduction to a unit on the Renaissance. The webquest includes a website link and a QR code. An answer sheet is included for the teacher. Word and PDF vers

Students will learn about Ellis Island and European immigration to America. The Ellis Island Webquest uses an engaging website that allows students to explore the history of Ellis Island. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 22 questions and is a great way for students to learn more about the following topics: • What was Ellis Island used for? • What was Ellis Island like for immigrants? • European immigration to the United States • Discrimination and immigration policies in th

Students will gain basic knowledge about life in the Middle East by completing an internet based worksheet. The following topics are covered in this webquest: The geography of Middle East The modern history of the Middle East The people of the Middle East The webquest contains 50 questions and is a great introduction to a unit on Middle East. The webquest will take most students 30 to 50 minutes depending on age. An answer sheet is included for the teacher. Word and PDF versions are included. T

This webquest allows students to learn about the Olympics in Ancient Greece using the great BBC BiteSize History series, which was designed for use in classrooms grade 4-8. This webquest works great as a way to integrate technology into the classroom. The site is advertisement free and includes interactive pictures to foster a better understanding the Olympics in Ancient Greece and having fun along the way. Videos embedded in the website may not work, and because of this they are not included

Greek Mythology Webquest for Kids Students will gain basic knowledge about the Greek gods and goddess by completing an internet-based worksheet. This website is great for students who might be studying World History, Literature, Mythology, Greek, or Latin. The Greek Mythology Webquest uses the following great website. Click here to view the website. (Make sure to click on show answer) I would like to thank Illu

The Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of ten major battles during the American Revolution. The webquest also covers battle tactics, generals, and the goals of the major campaigns during the Revolutionary War. The webquest is very easy to follow for students in grades 5-12. Click here to view the website.Special thanks for the clip art from The Enlightened Elephant.The webquest contains 45 questions and a

Daily Life in the 13 Colonies Students will gain a basic understanding of the lifestyle and hardships of living in the 13 Colonies. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below: Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Ramona Majdis for the wonderful clip art! The webquest contains 75 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditio

Marco Polo and the World of the Silk Road Webquest Students will gain a strong understanding of the travels of Marco Polo and the importance of the Silk Road. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 60 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. I recommend using this activity as an introduction activity or as an opportunity for students to further explore the Silk Road. The webquest will take most students

This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the daily and seasonal life of the Mongol people according to Marco Polo. The worksheet allows students to read a short primary source from the writings of Marco Polo. The worksheet includes ten questions and has an answer key for the teacher. The reading is very engaging for students. I would like to thank Christine O'Brien Creative

Ancient China Daily Life Webquest: Students will gain a basic understanding of daily life in Ancient China through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below: http://china.mrdonn.org/index.html Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. This great activity can be used to introduce or further enhance your students' knowled

Important People of the Renaissance Webquest Students will gain basic knowledge about 17 significant people from the Renaissance. The Important People of the Renaissance Webquest uses the following great website. http://www.ducksters.com/biography/ Click here to view the website.My students enjoy learning new facts about the Renaissance from the website. I usually use this activity as a review or introduction activity for my middle school students and it takes at least one to two class periods

Pearl Harbor and the Early War in the Pacific Webquest Students will gain knowledge about the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the start of World War II for the United States. Click here to view the website.The questions cover key facts and has students examine pictures. The webquest uses a map and timeline to show students what was going on during the attack on Pearl Harbor. This webquest is a great way to get students engaged in the Pacific Theater during World War II. There are 31 quest

Students will gain basic knowledge about Nelson Mandela by completing an internet-based worksheet. The Nelson Mandela Webquest uses a great website created by the BBC. The website allows students to explore the key events of Nelson Mandela’s life in a very kid friendly website. IMPORTANT: Please check this BBC Kids Website on your school computer, a small amount of schools block archived websites. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 59 questions and is a great way for students

Students will gain a basic understanding of the United States Judicial Branch (An Overview, Landmark Cases, Serving on a Jury, and Famous Supreme Court Justices) through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below: http://www.ducksters.com/history/us_judicial_branch.php Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. I recommen

The Berlin Wall Cold War Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of why the Berlin Wall was built and its impact on the Cold War. The webquest is designed for students in grades 5-12. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 26 questions and an answer sheet is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. The webquest takes most students at least 15 to 35 minutes to complete depending on their age. Fe

Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians) Students will gain a basic understanding of the many great civilizations that lived in Mesopotamia through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below: Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Illumismart for the wonderful clip art! The webquest contains 70 questions and an answer key is included for

Middle Ages Webquest: The Middle Ages Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of daily life during Middle Ages. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 70 questions and an answer sheet is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. The webquest takes most students at least one class period to complete. Feel free to modify this activity if needed to fit the needs of your students. The following m

Students will gain basic knowledge about the mythology of Ancient Greece by completing a webquest. The website allows students to explore the gods, goddesses, and demi-gods of Ancient Greece in a very kid friendly website. I recommend this webquest for grades 4-9. The following key ideas are covered in this webquest: The Titans The Olympians Hercules Achilles Please check out the website at: http://www.ducksters.com/history/ancient_greece.php Click here to view the websiteI would like to thank

Spying in the American Revolution Webquest Students will gain knowledge about the importance of spying in winning the American Revolution by completing an internet-based worksheet. Spying in the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows student to learn how George Washington was a spymaster. The website allows students learn about key American spies and spy techniques during the American Revolution. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions. An answer

This webquest allows students to learn about the key events within the Hundred Years’ War and the impact of Joan of Arc. The webquest uses an engaging website that allows students to explore multiple parts of the Hundred Years’ War. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 60 questions and is a great way for students to learn more about the following topics within the Hundred Years’ War: • Overview of the Hundred Years’ War • Battle of Crécy