Buckingham Palace Virtual Field Trip | Michelle McDonald
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Take your students on a virtual field trip to Buckingham Palace. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, video, informational text, and visuals, your students will learn about the British monarchy and Buckingham Palace from multiple perspectives.

 

This virtual field trip covers:

:: Where is Buckingham Palace?

:: On the Map (Drag & Drop Map Skills)

:: What is Buckingham Palace?

:: The British Monarchy

:: The State Opening of Parliament

:: The Royal Family

:: Buckingham House

:: Victoria Memorial

:: King or Queen's Guards

:: Inside Buckingham Palace (Drag & Drop Map Skills)

:: The Ballroom

:: The Throne Room

:: The Music Room

:: The White Drawing Room

:: Grand Staircase

:: The Balcony

:: Queen's Gallery

:: National Rejoicing and Mourning

:: Reflection 

 

This Virtual Field Trip Includes:

:: Informational Text (build background knowledge)

:: Drag & Drop Map Skills

:: Response Questions (EDITABLE)

:: Google Earth™ Links to 360-degree views

:: Video Links

:: 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 will 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

:: National Council for the Social Studies Standards

::  Washington State Social Studies Standards

:: Can crosswalk to many different state standards

 

Grading Rubric & Answer Keys:

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. An answer key is provided for the map skills portion of the trip.

 

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

Buckingham Palace Virtual Field Trip

$5.25Price
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