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6th grade social studies webquest videos
Angel Island and Immigration Video Worksheet/Webquest
This video worksheet allows students learn about immigration to Angel Island. The video clip is only 8 minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on immigration to America. The worksheet guides students through the importance of Angel Island and problems faced by immigrants at Angel Island. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Ellis Island and Angel Island Immigration Lesson Plan Collection
Silk Road in 5 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the impact of trade and travel along the Silk Road. The video clip is only five minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Silk Road. The worksheet helps students understand how the Silk Road changed the world. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students ar
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Mongols and Mongol Empire Lesson Plan
Overview of the Civil War Video Webquest (Great Video!!!)
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch the video from the website and answer the questions. The video is from the great Civil War Trust series. Watch the video for yourself at:Click here to view the video.This video focuses on each year of the war from 1861-1865. The video also does an excellent job explaining the major campaigns, important battles, and key people of the Civil War. The video does a great job of complimenting major educational concepts being taught
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5th - 12th
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Spanish Armada Video Webquest Queen Elizabeth I and the Tudors
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan on the Spanish Armada in 1588. Have your students watch the YouTube video and answer the questions. The video is from the great BBC/Military Channel series called Battlefield Britain. Watch the video for yourself at:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl3stf20X10Click here to view the YouTube video.If the video link ever changes just search YouTube for “Battlefield Britain Spanish Armada”This video focuses on the tactics used by the British and Spanish nav
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5th - 12th
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How did Hitler Rise to Power in Five Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students to learn about the rise of Adolf Hitler and how he came to power before World War II. The video clip is only five minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Holocaust or World War II in general. The worksheet helps students understand the conditions within Germany that allowed Hitler to come to power. The
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Hitler Lesson Plan Collection (Holocaust/World War II)
Berlin Wall and East Germany’s Border in 10 Minutes Cold War Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about creation and impact of the Berlin Wall during the Cold War. The video clip is only ten minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Cold War. The worksheet helps students understand why the Berlin Wall was built. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students ar
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5th - 12th
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Amending the US Constitution in Four Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the difficulties of amending the Constitution of the United States. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Constitution, amendments, or government. The worksheet helps students understand why amendments are difficult to ratify. The video is great for visual lear
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5th - 12th
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Great Wall of China in Four Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Great Wall of China. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on China and the Great Wall. The worksheet helps students learn about why the Great Wall of China was built and how it was used. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so stu
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Asia Short Video Worksheet Collection Bundle
Fur Trade and the Development of Canada in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students to learn about the fur trade’s role in developing Canada. The worksheet helps students understand the impact the fur trade had in shaping the modern world. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the st
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Fur Trade Lesson Plan Collection
Ancient China: Confucius in Four Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about Confucius. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on Ancient China and Chinese philosophies. The worksheet helps students understand importance and impact of Confucius. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused th
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Asia Short Video Worksheet Collection Bundle
Mongols: Genghis Khan in 6 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students to learn about Genghis Khan and the Mongols. The worksheet helps students understand the impact Genghis Khan had in shaping the world. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and play
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Mongols and Mongol Empire Lesson Plan
Vietnam War Video Webquest
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch the YouTube video and answer the questions. The video is from the great BBC/Military Channel series called 20th Century Battlefields. (Vietnam) Watch the video for yourself at: Watch the video for yourself at: Click here to view the video.If the YouTube link changes type in "20th Century Battlefield Vietnam"This video focuses on the battles of Khe Sahn and Tet. The video also does an excellent job explaining strengths and wea
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6th - 12th
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Inflation: What Gives a Dollar Bill its Value in Four Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the value of money and inflation. The video clip is about four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on inflation. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have
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4th - 12th
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Civil War Turning Points and Important Battles Video Webquest Collection Bundle
These amazing video worksheets cover key battles and campaigns of the Civil War. My students enjoy and are engaged by these 15-20 minute video worksheets. Most importantly, they helped increase student knowledge and understanding of the Civil War.The following Civil War video webquests are included in the collection:Overview of the Civil War Video WebquestMcClellan and the 1862 Peninsula Campaign Video WebquestShiloh Civil War Video WebquestAntietam Civil War Video WebquestGettysburg Civil War V
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4th - 12th
American Revolution: Battle of Yorktown Video Webquest
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch a wonderful free video on the Battle of Yorktown from the following website:Click here to view the website.This video focuses on the problems the Continental Army overcame in trapping the British at Yorktown. The video does a great job of explaining the importance of the Yorktown Campaign. Students will find the video interesting and engaging. From my perspective this is the best student friendly documentary about the Battle
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5th - 12th
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Atlantic Slave Trade in Five Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Atlantic slave trade and slavery. The video clip is only five minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the slavery. The worksheet helps students understand how the Atlantic slave trade forever changed the world. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so student
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5th - 12th
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Ancient Greece: Music and Culture in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students to learn about music in Ancient Greece. The worksheet helps students better understand the culture and history of Ancient Greece. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and play the
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece in Four Minutes Video Worksheet Collection
Complete 4 Minute American Revolution Video Worksheet Collection
These great video worksheets cover key events of the American Revolution. My students enjoy and are engaged by these simple to use four minute video worksheets. Most importantly, they helped increase student knowledge and understanding of the American Revolution.Each video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the American Revolution. Each worksheet guides students through problems faced by American Revolution soldiers or through a key e
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5th - 12th
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Ancient Greece: Athenian Democracy in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students to learn about democracy in the city-state of Athens. The worksheet helps students better understand Athenian democracy in Ancient Greece. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece in Four Minutes Video Worksheet Collection
Civil War: Battle of Shiloh Video Webquest
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch a great 18 minute video on the Battle of Shiloh and answer the questions. The video is from a series by the Civil War Trust Organization.Click here to view the video.This video focuses on the major events of the 1862 campaign in the Western Theater and the climactic Battle of Shiloh. Students will find the video interesting and engaging. From my perspective this is the best and most student friendly documentary about the Batt
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5th - 12th
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The Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney in Five Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney. The video clip is five minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the early industrialization, slavery, and the origins of the Civil War. The worksheet helps students better understand the sometimes untended consequences of inventions. The video is great for visual
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4th - 12th
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Hatshepsut: Female Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt Four Minute Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Ancient Egypt and the female pharaoh Hatshepsut. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on Ancient Egypt. The worksheet helps students understand the unique rule of Hatshepsut. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so students are mo
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet Collection
Ancient China: Terracotta Army in Four Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Terracotta Army and Chinese Emperor Qin Shi Huang. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on Emperor Qin Shi Huang. The worksheet helps students understand how amazing the Terracotta Army is. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so s
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Asia Short Video Worksheet Collection Bundle
Middle Ages: Battle of Hastings Video Webquest/Worksheet (Great Video)
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan on the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Have your students watch the YouTube video and answer the questions. The video is from the great BBC/Military Channel series called Battlefield Britain. Watch the video for yourself at:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_rAXH09qRYClick here to view the video/website.If the video link ever changes just search YouTube for “Battlefield Britain Battle of Hastings 1066”This video focuses on the tactics used by the Saxons and
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6th - 12th
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