Social Studies & History Simulations

World History Egypt Mummification Activity Middle School

By The Magical Avocado

Teach your students about the art of Ancient Egyptian Mummification in a way that they will never forget! Perfect for Ancient World History, Ancient Cultures, Halloween, and whenever you teach about mummies!

This resource includes:

  • A material list with notes
  • Sample material lists for 20 students and 120 students in groups
  • Steps for Mummification
  • Steps for Mummification with annotations, further information, and resources
  • Eulogy template with example

This is a part of a larger resource that includes an illustrated and detailed presentation in the afterlife and steps for mummification!

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7 Wonders of the World - Research ~ Engineering Design ~ Construction Project

By Innovations in Technology

In this lesson, students learn more about both the classic Seven Wonders of the World and the “new” Seven Wonders project as they research the history, design and engineering of the wonders. The lesson starts with a whole class Microsoft PowerPoint presentation (editable) to view the Wonders and start discussion. Next, students choose one of the classic and one of the “new” Wonders to research further and create a presentation with that information (using Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides). Optionally, these may be presented to the class. In the next part of the assignment, they design an “Eighth Wonder” of their own (to scale) based on what they learned, using Sketchup (a free CAD program that can be downloaded at: https://www.sketchup.com/ or used as an online tool). After completing the drawing, students build a model of their Wonder to scale using chipboard, cardboard or other materials. The building activity can be done as a team/small group activity if you prefer. Finally, students answer questions to reflect on their learning for this unit. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well. Materials Required: • Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students) • Access to Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides • Access to Sketchup (https://www.sketchup.com/) – either downloaded or online • Building Materials: A variety of materials to construct and decorate the house such as cardboard, chipboard, foam board, balsa wood, construction paper, toothpicks, craft (popsicle) sticks, paint or markers, rulers, scissors, white glue, hot glue (and glue guns), tape, X-acto knives (and blades), etc. Files included: • Teacher & Student Resources • Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation: The Seven Wonders of the World (editable) • Researching Classic and New Wonders: Student Expectations, Instructions and Grading Rubric • Designing an “Eighth Wonder” in Sketchup: Student Expectations, Instructions and Grading Rubric • Sketchup Tutorial (step-by-step instructions with screen shots) • Team Sign Up Sheet • Building Project: Student Expectations, Instructions and Grading Rubric • Reflection Questions Remember to leave feedback for credits on future purchases! ************************************************************************** Connect with us for free technology tips, resources and curriculum: Follow our blog Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Pinterest Visit our Website

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Medieval Europe - Feudal System - simulation activity for whole class with slide

By Yugen Learning

Bring the Middle Ages to life with this no prep interactive Feudal System Simulation Activity! Perfect for middle and high school students studying medieval Europe and England, this activity immerses students in the complexities of the feudal system through role-playing and hands-on learning.

In this simulation, students are assigned roles as kings, lords, knights, or peasants, and must navigate the social and economic structures that defined the era. Through a series of scenarios, students will experience the challenges of medieval life, from negotiating land deals to managing resources and alliances.

Includes:

  • 4 page editable slide deck
  • Individual role cut out for each student
  • Multiple different activities for the one resource with extension suggestions

Key Features:

  • Interactive Learning: Students actively participate in a realistic simulation, deepening their understanding of the feudal hierarchy.
  • Critical Thinking: The activity encourages students to think strategically, solve problems, and collaborate with peers.
  • Engaging Content: Designed to captivate and engage students, making medieval history both fun and educational.

This Feudal Simulation Activity is a fantastic way to complement your curriculum on medieval Europe and England, providing students with a memorable and meaningful learning experience.

Common Core Outcomes (Grades 5 to 12):

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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YOU Be the Judge: Analyzing Supreme Court Decisions

By Sarah Austin

This lesson will place students in the role of a Supreme Court judge! Students will analyze eight fictitious scenarios based upon actual Supreme Court cases. Drawing upon a judicial mindset-- students are to predict which Constitutional Amendments apply to each case, and then debate the central question of each case. See examples below;

Scenario #2:

  • What protection(s)/Amendment(s) are involved?
  • Should the students at the high school football game be able to have a public prayer at the games? Explain.
  • Did the Court make the right decision? Why or why not?

Scenario #7:

  • What protection(s)/Amendment(s) are involved?
  • Was is constitutional for the school official to search Sara's purse? Explain.
  • Did the Court make the right decision? Why or why not?

This activity can be used in two ways;

  1. An assessment- students will apply their prior knowledge concerning the United States’ Constitutional amendments, along with their own ethics and logic, to Supreme Court decisions, or...

  2. Application and Understanding: Using the provided cheat sheet, students will be introduced to the Bill of Rights, and its' application to Supreme Court cases.

Materials Include:

  • 24 Slide Presentation
  • Guided Notes Handout & Answer Key
  • 'Bill of Rights' Cheat Sheet

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Redwood National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Redwood National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Redwood National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (29 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Redwood National Park

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Redwood National Park)

  • Roosevelt Elk video (hyperlink to NPS website)
  • American Black Bears video (hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Barn Swallows video (hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Poison Oak video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Lady Bird Johnson Grove (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Trillium Falls Trail (pictures, basic information)
  • Bald Hills Road (pictures, basic information)
  • Fern Canyon (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Enderts Beach (pictures, basic information)

- Movies Filmed at the Parks (video hyperlink to NPS website)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

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Mock Legislative Session Simulation- Write your own legislation Bill Fair!

By History Guru

Product Description for Mock Legislative Session Simulation- Write your own legislation Bill Fair!

Make civics exciting and practical for students using this Social Studies simulation emulating the Legislative Branch. This Legislative Branch Simulation has become one of the highlights in my government class. Students love the opportunity to write bills in hopes of influencing change in their state and local communities. Students chose to solve a state or local problem, research the problem, and work through a solution. But first: students will look at a sample bill and participate in a Readers Theater simulation of the process of each round: Opening Speech, Non-Debatable Technical Questions, Pro Debate, Con Debate, and Closing Speech. Students will then look at the prep sheets that align with the sample bills of how they can encourage debate by planting questions, pro debate, or con debate on the legislative floor. Each round should last about 60 seconds! You could even JUST use this part for the simulation and not do the Bill Fair portion where students write their own bill. It's just that detailed. Students then work through the worksheets that make it easy for the teacher- because they explain it all! Pick and chose which parts you want the students to do. Learning about the law-making process is good, but actively being engaged in the process is great!
Bill Fair Project

Complete with:

- Detailed teacher directions: explaining how to run the simulation

- Sample Bills: Sample bills to help explain how students should write bills

*Texting and Driving Bill

*Police Body Cameras Bill

*Coral Reef Bill

*Smoking in cars with minors present Bill

*Day of the Dead Observed Bill

- Scripts for sample bills: These describe each round step by step

*Opening Speech, Non-Debatable Technical Questions, Pro Debate, Con Debate, and Closing Speech.

^Examples of each

- Prep Sheets: complete examples for sample bills

- Blank templates: for students to write their own bills and prep sheets to help other students debate their bill or ask great non-debatable technical questions.

- Placards: for both House and Senate! Where students write their last name and helpful tips of what to say each round

- Workbook/ planning sheets: how to research and write ACTUAL legislation!

*Legislative Intent, Whereas, Therefore, Definitions, Guidelines, Appropriations, Penalties, Enforcement, Nullification Clause, and Effective Date.

-Ranking Sheets: with instructions

*IMPORTANCE to the People of Florida: _______/5

FEASIBILITY of the Legislation: _______/5

PREPARATION of Author: _______/5

DEBATABILITY of Legislation: _______/5

*Ranking Guidelines: 1 = Significantly Exceeds Expectations 2 = Exceeds Expectations 3 = Meets Expectations 4 = Fails to Meet Expectations 5 = Criteria Not Addressed
- Everything you need is included! NO PREP! Just print and go! Worth Every Penny!! :)

Page by Page:

Table of Contents

Page 3: Blank Script

Pages 4-5: Student Sample #1 (Texting and Driving Bill)

Pages 7-9: Script for Student Sample #1

Pages1 0-11:Student Sample# 1 Prep Sheets

Pages 12-14:Student Sample #2( Police Body Cameras)

Pages 15-17: Script for Student Sample #2

Pages 18-19: Student Sample #2 Prep Sheets

Pages 20-22: Student Sample #3 (Coral Reef Bill)

Pages 23-24: Student Sample #3 Prep Sheets

Pages 25-27: Student Sample #4 (Smoking in cars with minors present)

Page 28: Student Sample #4 Prep Sheets

Pages 29-31: Student Sample #5( Day of the Dead Observed Bill)

Pages 32-33: Student Sample #5 Prep Sheets

Pages 34-35: Blank Template for writing Their bill

Pages3 6-37: Blank Template for Prep Sheets

Page 38: Ranking Sheet

Pages 39-51 : Workbook/ planning sheets

Page 52: Sample Placard

Pages 53-54: Blank Placards

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Ancient Egypt Afterlife - Teddy Bear Mummification Simulation and Activity!

By The Magical Avocado

Teach your students about the Egyptian Afterlife and the art of Ancient Egyptian Mummification in a way that they will never forget! This simulation activity resource includes a READY to present powerpoint, along with detailed materials list to get your students ready to mummify teddy bears!

Perfect for Ancient World History, Ancient Cultures, Halloween, and whenever you teach about mummies!

This resource includes:

  • An illustrated presentation introducing the Egyptian Afterlife and step by step instructions for mummification
  • Steps for Mummification
  • Steps for Mummification with annotations, further information, and resources
  • A material list with notes
  • Sample material lists for 20 students and 120 students in groups
  • Eulogy template with example

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Exploring Careers: Government & Public Administration | Distance Learning

By Innovations in Technology

This career unit gives students an introduction to the government and public administration career cluster and what a career in this field would be like. This is perfect for a career, technology, CTE or business class.

The included PowerPoint presentation can be used by the teacher for whole class instruction, or provided to the students electronically (or as a printout) for them to review individually. Students use close reading skills with a short informational passage to learn about the career field and answer questions to use critical thinking skills and demonstrate their understanding. Two different puzzles are included to learn different jobs in the career and to reinforce vocabulary skills. A technology based project (using MS Word or MS Publisher) to research information about a related topic is included to allow students to use critical thinking and creativity to further explore the career field. Additionally, a group current event project that can be completed without student computer access (by the teacher printing out the articles from the linked information) or providing access to a computer for each group to research is provided to allow students to utilize critical thinking skills and teamwork. Finally, a short reflection questionnaire gives students the opportunity to reflect and analyze their learning as they determine if this career field is of interest to them.

The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be used with high school students. The teacher can choose to use some or all of the provided lesson options included in this resource.

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 with this Lesson

• Teacher & Student Notes and Resources

• Introduction to Government and Public Administration Careers PowerPoint presentation (editable)

• Introduction to Government and Public Administration Careers Research Reading and Questions

• Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle (includes answer key)

• Job Type Word Search Puzzle (includes answer key)

• Technology based Creative Application Project Brochure Instructions and Rubric

• Sample Brochure (not on one of the topics, but included to show layout only – not editable)

• Team Brainstorming Worksheet

• Government and Public Administration Current Event Group Lesson Instructions, Rsources, and Rubric

• Government and Public Administration Career Reflection Questions (MS Word)

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Medieval Europe - Feudal System - simulation activity for whole class with slide

By Yugen Learning

Bring the Middle Ages to life with this no prep interactive Feudal System Simulation Activity! Perfect for middle and high school students studying medieval Europe and England, this activity immerses students in the complexities of the feudal system through role-playing and hands-on learning.

In this simulation, students are assigned roles as kings, lords, knights, or peasants, and must navigate the social and economic structures that defined the era. Through a series of scenarios, students will experience the challenges of medieval life, from negotiating land deals to managing resources and alliances.

Includes:

  • 4 page editable slide deck
  • Individual role cut out for each student
  • Multiple different activities for the one resource with extension suggestions

Key Features:

  • Interactive Learning: Students actively participate in a realistic simulation, deepening their understanding of the feudal hierarchy.
  • Critical Thinking: The activity encourages students to think strategically, solve problems, and collaborate with peers.
  • Engaging Content: Designed to captivate and engage students, making medieval history both fun and educational.

This Feudal Simulation Activity is a fantastic way to complement your curriculum on medieval Europe and England, providing students with a memorable and meaningful learning experience.

Common Core Outcomes (Grades 5 to 12):

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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What 28th Amendment Would YOU Propose?

By Sarah Austin

The Constitution's 27 Amendments read like a tour through American history. This interactive, project-based lesson will provide students with an overview of the 27 Constitutional Amendments in a fun and engaging way! A deeper analysis is also promoted as this lesson is designed to give the teacher flexibility in choosing from a variety of discussion questions that will have students critically think, debate, and apply their understandings to our Constitutional rights. Transform your classroom into Congress, as the final project entails having students create and present a 28th Amendment to members of Congress (their classmates).

Time Frame: 5 to 7 class periods (55 min) contingent upon the degree of classroom discussion, and whether the teacher has by passed any of the discussion topics.

Materials:

  • Teacher Instructions
  • 1 Slide Presentation (70 slides) with engaging video clips
  • HANDOUT #1: Student Guided Notes
  • HANDOUT #2: Grading Rubrics
  • HANDOUT #3: Members of Congress

Overview of ALL 27th Amendments with compelling discussion/debate questions;

1st Amendment: ‘Tinker V. Des Moines’: Do you think the student’s constitutional rights were violated or not?

14th Amendment: Do you agree or disagree with altering or abolishing the ‘Citizenship’ clause of this amendment?

5th Amendment: Double Jeopardy- why do you think this law exists? Do you think there are any exceptions to this law? Do you agree or disagree with this law?

8th Amendment: What defines ‘Cruel & Unusual Punishment’? Does the provided example constitute a violation of the 8th Amendment?

19th Amendment: Were the suffragists being ‘unpatriotic’ when they continued to picket the White House despite the fact the U.S. joined WWI?

12th Amendment: Do you think the ‘Electoral College’ is fair & democratic?

18th Amendment: Do you agree or disagree with those who wanted to eliminate or place restrictions on alcohol?

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Grand Canyon National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Grand Canyon National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Grand Canyon National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (25 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Grand Canyon National Park

- Linked introduction video (National Park Service website)

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Grand Canyon National Park)

- Highlights of the Park

  • South Rim (pictures, basic information)
  • North Rim (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Tuweep (pictures, basic information)
  • Desert View (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Havasu Falls (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)

- Reflection question

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource.

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1950s Consumer Sears Catalog Simulation

By Sarah Austin

The year is 1956. You & your partner have taken advantage of new economic conditions & purchased a suburban home. Upon moving to the suburbs, you find you need to fill your home with clothes & furniture. 

Use the Sears catalog provided to fill your home. The average monthly income in the USA in 1955 was $360. Let’s say you & your partner have been saving, and have a savings account of $600. The mortgage payment on your home is $60 per month, & let's say you use $40 per month for groceries. That leaves you with $500 to spend for the month!

Fill out the provided order sheet with the products you want to buy, and their prices. Do not spend more than $500, because then you will end up in debt! Beware–life events and circumstances happen, so adjust accordingly!

This Resource Includes:

  • Teacher Reference Guide
  • Google Slide Presentation
  • Sears Catalog Student Handout
  • Life Event Cards
  • 1956 Sears Catalog (Printable & digital versions)

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1950s & 60s: Conformity or Rebellion (Counter-culture)?

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Arches National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Arches National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Arches National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (28 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Arches National Park

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Arches National Park)

  • Spring Wildflowers video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Geology of Arches video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Courthouse Towers (pictures, basic information)
  • Delicate Arch (pictures, basic information, timelapse video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Fiery Furnace (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Balanced Rock (pictures, basic information)
  • Wolfe Ranch (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)

- Art Connection (video hyperlink to NPS website)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

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Post Zombie Apocalypse: What Form of Government Would YOU Create?

By Sarah Austin

Are you looking to engage your students in the study of different forms of GOVERNMENT?

This Post-Zombie Apocalypse simulation is the perfect way to get your students excited and engaged with

1) learning about different forms of government &

2) Applying this knowledge and creating their own form of government.

The slide presentation will guide both the teacher and the student through note-taking, student discussions/debate, and activities.

If you liked this lesson, see other related 'Government' lessons here:

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  • The Debate on Affirmative Action: Exploring Two Sides of the Issue
  • Controversy and the Criminal Justice System (Eric Garner Case)
  • The 'Bill of Rights' Time Travel
  • YOU Be the Judge: Analyzing Supreme Court Decisions
  • Proposing a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
  • Analyzing the Declaration of Independence & U.S. Constitution
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (29 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

- Wildlife (9 animals & 6 plants found around Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park)

- Wildlife videos (hyperlink to NPS website)

  • ʻUaʻu (The Hawaiian Petrel)
  • Kalo
  • ʻUala (Hawaiian Sweet Potato)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Kīlauea (pictures, basic information, closer look at the 2020-21 eruption, and 2008 eruption video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Mauna Loa (pictures, basic information, closer look at the 1984 eruption)
  • Mauna Kea (pictures, basic information, and current events: Mauna Kea Controversy video hyperlinks to YouTube)
  • Lava Tubes (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Sea Arches (pictures, basic information)

- Reflection question

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource.

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Denali National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Denali National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Denali National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (29 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Denali National Park

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Denali National Park)

  • Wolf Pack Howling audio link (hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Animal Safety and Behavior video (hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Denali Science and Research video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Mount Denali (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Denali Sled Dogs (pictures, basic information, video hyperlink to NPS website, "meet the sled dogs" link to NPS website)
  • Wonder Lake (pictures, basic information)
  • Aurora Borealis (pictures, basic information, and timelapse video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Savage River Loop Trail (pictures, basic information)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource.

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Yosemite National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Yosemite National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Yosemite National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (27 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Yosemite National Park

- Linked introduction video (National Park Service website)

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Yosemite National Park)

- Yosemite Peregrine video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Yosemite Wildflowers video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Yosemite Falls (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • El Capitan (pictures, basic information)
  • Half Dome (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Mariposa Grove (pictures, basic information, and Big Trees video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Mirror Lake (pictures, basic information)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource.

Freebies & Discounts:

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Ratings & Reviews:

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Grand Teton National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Grand Teton National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Grand Teton National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (27 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Grand Teton National Park

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Grand Teton National Park)

  • Living with Wildlife video (hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Air Born video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Oxbow Bend (pictures, basic information)
  • Cascade Canyon (pictures, basic information, video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Hidden Falls (pictures, basic information)
  • Mormon Row (pictures, basic information, and YouTube timelapse video hyperlink)
  • Jenny Lake (pictures, basic information)

- Career Connections (video hyperlink to NPS website)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

** Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource.

Freebies & Discounts:

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Ratings & Reviews:

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Rocky Mountain National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Rocky Mountain National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Rocky Mountain National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (27 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Rocky Mountain National Park

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Rocky Mountain National Park)

- Bighorn Sheep Brigade video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Bears video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Sound Solutions video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Trail Ridge Road (pictures, facts, and time lapse video hyperlink - YouTube)
  • Bear Lake (pictures, facts)
  • Alberta Falls (pictures, facts)
  • Dream Lake (pictures, facts)
  • Longs Peak (pictures, facts, hyperlink to NPS website)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

** Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource. **

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Ratings & Reviews:

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Everglades National Park: Virtual Field Trip

By Abigail J McClellan

Take your students on this engaging and FUN virtual field trip to Everglades National Park! This resource has everything you could need when it comes to teaching your students about Everglades National Park and it requires little to no prep at all. The presentation is editable in PowerPoint and includes pictures, videos, and great information!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

⭐ Presentation (26 pages, PowerPoint)

- KWL chart and brainstorming slides (editable)

- Basic information / facts about Everglades National Park

- Wildlife (12 animals & 6 plants found at Everglades National Park)

- Bird Supercolony video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Audio Recording of American Alligator (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Cowhorn Orchid video (hyperlink to NPS website)

- Highlights of the Park

  • Anhinga Trail (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • HM69 Nike Missile Base (pictures, basic information)
  • Ten Thousand Islands (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)
  • Gumbo Limbo Trail (pictures, basic information)
  • Shark Valley (pictures, basic information, and video hyperlink to NPS website)

- Reflection questions

- Extension activities

⭐ Learning & Reflection Worksheets (4 pages, PDF, includes answer keys)

- Reflection sheet

- Wildlife identification

- Fact sheet

- Postcard

* Please note that internet access is required to view the videos linked in this resource.

Freebies & Discounts:

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Ratings & Reviews:

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$3.00