If you are teaching Early America and want to bring the 13 colonies to life for your students, this bundle is a fantastic interactive learning option! This bundle includes 2 complete virtual field trips with visits to reconstructed sites of Jamestown Colony and Plymouth Colony. As well, this bundle includes a 13 Colonies Map in a collaborative poster format.
This Bundle Includes:
1. Jamestown Virtual Field Trip
2. Plymouth Virtual Field Trip
3. 13 Colonies Map Collaborative Poster w/extension activity
1. Jamestown Virtual Field Trip
Take your students on a virtual field trip to learn about Jamestown. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, video, informational text, and visuals, your students will visit reconstructed sites as they learn about the history and significance of this colony from multiple perspectives.
This virtual field trip covers:
:: Indigenous peoples
:: Native lands recognition
:: Jamestown geographic location
:: Wahunsenachawh (Chief Powhatan)
:: Tsenacommacah reconstructed village
:: Virginia Company (reconstructed ship)
:: Expedition goals & arrival on Native lands
:: James Fort (reconstruction tour)
:: The first supply
:: Captain John Smith
:: Trade relations
:: The starving time
:: Lord de la Warr
:: Tobacco
:: Matoaka (Pocahontas)
:: First General Assembly
:: The first Africans
:: New Towne
:: Decline of Jamestown
:: Preservation and archeology
2. Plymouth Colony Virtual Field Trip
Take your students on a virtual field trip to Plymouth. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, video, informational text, and visuals, your students will visit historical and reconstructed sites as they learn about the history and significance of this location from multiple perspectives.
This virtual field trip covers:
:: Indigenous peoples
:: Native lands recognition
:: Plymouth geographic location
:: Wampanoag (reconstructed wigwam)
:: Separating Puritans
:: Mayflower (tour of ship reconstruction)
:: Mayflower Compact
:: Choosing a building site
:: Plymouth Rock
:: Home construction (reconstructed village tour)
:: The first winter
:: Samoset
:: Tisquantum
:: Massasoit Sachem (view Profile Rock)
:: Colonial marriage & family
:: Wampanoag children & colonial children
:: Growth of wealth and class
:: Role of women (Wampanoag & colonial women)
:: Economic growth and impacts on humans
:: Thanksgiving mourning
3. 13 Colonies Map Collaborative Poster
Create a meaningful bulletin board or word wall display during your 13 colonies or Early America unit. Similar to a quilt project, each student will complete a section of the poster to form a student-created display that focuses on the 13 colonies. This poster is a great anchor chart or reference point. This poster project also includes an extension research activity.
This zip file includes:
:: 3 poster sizes to fit your class needs (18 pieces, 24 pieces, and 36 pieces)
:: Detailed student instructions
:: Varied pieces so you can give each student just the right amount of detail
:: Teacher instructions with standards alignment
:: Coloring reference guide for your students to color with accuracy
:: Extension research activity & answer key
Key terms & concepts included:
:: 13 Colonies
:: New England Colonies
:: Middle Colonies
:: Southern Colonies
:: Map & key containing colonies
Display Options & Ideas:
Completed posters are:
:: 18 x 27 (18 pieces)
:: 24 x 36 (24 pieces)
:: 24 x 36 (36 pieces)
:: Enlarge or create a smaller version using your printer settings
:: Great for a bulletin board display or door decor
A FEW ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
How the Virtual Field Trips Work:
These virtual field trips 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:
The virtual field trips are structured. This means that the informational text and links are meaningful and are meant to 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
:: Washington State Social Studies Standards for 5th grade U.S. History
:: Can crosswalk to many different standards
Grading Rubric:
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.
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. 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
