If you're teaching about the River Valley Civilizations, this virtual field trip activities bundle is the perfect addition to your Ancient History class. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will have an opportunity to lead their own learning through these interactive virtual field trips! This bundle is designed to save you prep time and focuses specifically on the 4 River Valley Civilizations.
This bundle includes 4 complete and ready-to-go virtual field trips that focus on the Geography of River Valley Civilizations.
1. Ancient Mesopotamia
2. Ancient Egypt
3. Ancient India
4. Ancient China
Virtual Field Trips Include:
:: Informational Text (build background knowledge)
:: Response Questions (EDITABLE)
:: Google Earth™ Links to 360-degree views
:: Video Links
:: Grading Rubric & Map Skills Answer Keys
:: Everything is set up in Google Slides & ready to go!
How it Works:
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. These resources are LOW PREP to help you make the most of your summer school prep time. Student directions are found within the lessons, and direct links are included to specific Google Earth™ locations and videos. All work is completed digitally. No printing necessary.
Structure:
These 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
:: National Council for the Social Studies Standards
:: Washington State Social Studies Standards for 6th grade World Civilizations
:: Tennessee 6th Grade World History & Geography Standards
:: 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. An answer key is included for the map skills slides.
Technology:
Please note that students will need to access Google Earth™ to complete these assignments. 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 trips. Your students will also need access to YouTube to view the video clips.
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
