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7th grade social studies game videos

Preview of Transform Classroom Management with Gamification
33:53

Transform Classroom Management with Gamification

Created by
Leah Cleary
Have you heard great things about gamification, but you’re not quite sure where to begin? Do you want to learn how to easily and effectively gamify your classroom? Then this video and accompanying materials are for you!Learn how to make classroom management fun through gamification. This resource includes:-33 minutes of practical video instruction-A 26-page accompanying handbook including: - An overview of the gamification process to use as a reference - 6 note and planning pages t
Preview of Deep Time Australia Audio File
9:14

Deep Time Australia Audio File

Created by
Judy Asman
This is an audio file that guides students through a spatial representation of relationships of deep time. Students are told that each of their steps represent 1000 years, and they walk out periods of time and mark key points, according to the audio instructions. Students will gain an understanding of the scale of 65,000 years of continuing First Nations culture in comparison with the occupation of Australia by Europeans. It should be an elucidating and immersive activity, designed to improve co
Preview of Veterans Day Trivia Quiz Game (Grades 5-12)

Veterans Day Trivia Quiz Game (Grades 5-12)

Created by
The Word Nerd
Use this Veterans Day themed trivia activity (videos + answer sheets) as a brain break, Trivia Tuesday or Fun Friday activity with either in person or virtual classrooms. Or, use it to build historical background knowledge! Create comradery in your classroom as teams compete to see who knows the most facts about this special military holiday. Questions cover everything from wars to presidents, historical dates and more. A perfect way to honor service members and learn at the same time. Included
Preview of sources on information | primary vs. secondary sources

sources on information | primary vs. secondary sources

Created by
Teaching Juntos
Here is a lesson on how to read historical documents and sources on information. It also works on comparing primary vs. secondary sources of information.
Preview of Facts Pack Six
0:27

Facts Pack Six

This pack includes four fact videos on the following topics:1. Elephants 2. Cheetahs3. Sharks4. GiraffesFacts offer a fun way to learn while also changing up the rhythm of your slides. Your kids will look forward to learning a new fun fact every day. Extensions: 1) At the end of the week quiz your students on the Facts videos they watched. Can they they recall every single fact they learned? 2) Have the students perform their own research on the subject from the video. The next day, have them pr
Preview of Facts Pack Five
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Facts Pack Five

This pack includes four fact videos on the following topics:1. Alaska 2. German Chocolate Cake3. Mississippi River4. Sesame StreetFacts offer a fun way to learn while also changing up the rhythm of your slides. Your kids will look forward to learning a new fun fact every day. Extensions: 1) At the end of the week quiz your students on the Facts videos they watched. Can they they recall every single fact they learned? 2) Have the students perform their own research on the subject from the video.
Preview of Facts Pack Three
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Facts Pack Three

This pack includes four fact videos on the following topics:1. Blue Whales 2. Googol3. Insects4. Polar BearsFacts offer a fun way to learn while also changing up the rhythm of your slides. Your kids will look forward to learning a new fun fact every day. Extensions: 1) At the end of the week quiz your students on the Facts videos they watched. Can they they recall every single fact they learned? 2) Have the students perform their own research on the subject from the video. The next day, have the
Preview of Facts Pack One
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Facts Pack One

This pack includes four fact videos on the following topics:1. Coffee Plants2. Bison3. Geckos4. US CurrencyFacts offer a fun way to learn while also changing up the rhythm of your slides. Your kids will look forward to learning a new fun fact every day. Extensions: 1) At the end of the week quiz your students on the Facts videos they watched. Can they they recall every single fact they learned? 2) Have the students perform their own research on the subject from the video. The next day, have them
Preview of Facts Pack Four
0:21

Facts Pack Four

This pack includes four fact videos on the following topics:1. Ice Cream Cones 2. San Jacinto Monument3. The Sun4. UnicornsFacts offer a fun way to learn while also changing up the rhythm of your slides. Your kids will look forward to learning a new fun fact every day. Extensions: 1) At the end of the week quiz your students on the Facts videos they watched. Can they they recall every single fact they learned? 2) Have the students perform their own research on the subject from the video. The nex
Preview of Facts Pack Two
0:22

Facts Pack Two

This pack includes four fact videos on the following topics:1. The Four Corners Monument 2. The Trans-Siberian Railroad 3. The Great Barrier Reef4. Vending MachinesFacts offer a fun way to learn while also changing up the rhythm of your slides. Your kids will look forward to learning a new fun fact every day. Extensions: 1) At the end of the week quiz your students on the Facts videos they watched. Can they they recall every single fact they learned? 2) Have the students perform their own resear
Preview of Four Corners Pack Twelve
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Four Corners Pack Twelve

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:What is the temperature of cooked chicken? How much does the Eiffel Tower weigh? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the poi
Preview of Four Corners Pack Seven
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Four Corners Pack Seven

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:How many vertebrae are in the human spine? Which is the oldest major soft drink brand in the USA? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard)
Preview of Four Corners Pack Six
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Four Corners Pack Six

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:Which movie was released first? How much of the earth's surface is covered in water? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the
Preview of Four Corners Pack Five
0:37

Four Corners Pack Five

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:What is Dora the Explorer's last name? Where is Mount Rushmore located? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the point for th
Preview of Four Corners Pack Four
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Four Corners Pack Four

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:Which was the official first state? Which of these is an official olympic sport? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the po
Preview of Four Corners Pack Three
0:36

Four Corners Pack Three

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:What is the largest North American mammal? Which is the first full length Disney movie? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn
Preview of Four Corners Pack Two
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Four Corners Pack Two

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:Which country is not a part of Scandinavia? Which man was not a US president? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the poin
Preview of Four Corners Pack One
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Four Corners Pack One

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:Which animal is not a marsupial? Which of these is not a fruit? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the point for their team
Preview of Four Corners Pack Eleven
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Four Corners Pack Eleven

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:What is the hottest state in the USA?What does trudge mean? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the point for their team.
Preview of Four Corners Pack Ten
0:39

Four Corners Pack Ten

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:Which is the real infinity stone from Avengers End Game?What is Frikadellar? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the point
Preview of Four Corners Pack Nine
0:37

Four Corners Pack Nine

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:Which song is not in the Thriller album? Which structure is the tallest? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the point for t
Preview of Four Corners Pack Eight
0:37

Four Corners Pack Eight

This pack includes two trivia game videos on the following questions:What is the Texas state bird? Which president was born in Texas? Four corners is an engaging trivia game where students call out their answer before the time runs out. Extensions: Direct the students to find an away partner to compete against.If playing with teams: Have one representatives from each team come forward to compete. The first to ring the bell (or write their answer on a whiteboard) will earn the point for their tea
Preview of United States Geography and History Lesson Plan

United States Geography and History Lesson Plan

Created by
David Harrison
This lesson is quite good for a Geography or United States History course. It’s about the United States physical features, regions and states. It serves as a great way to get kids to better understand the history of the United States (especially westward expansion) through geography and how the geography of a place truly influences it. Students will need laptops. They will be actively engaged throughout the lesson by doing. They will be drawing on maps, reading, watching and testing themselves.
Preview of Black History Month Martin Luther King Jr. Day : interactive lesson

Black History Month Martin Luther King Jr. Day : interactive lesson

Black History Month. So much to say. Little time to say it all. Black History deserves more than just one day or month. However if you are short on time and want to make the most of it with your students, this resource is made of a PPT with interactive activities, songs and videos about Black History Month, Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr. ☀️ Here's what you will find in this 32-slide powerpoint ☀️: - a quiz - a true-false activity - a song - videos - a puzzle - the detailed story of Ros
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