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Free Printable Worksheets for Teachers - Wayground (formerly Quizzizz)
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K to 12
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating...more
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating a free account, teachers can access materials across subjects such as math, science, social studies, social emotional learning, fine arts, world languages, reading and writing, and typing. Resources can be downloaded as printable worksheets or launched as interactive quizzes. When using quizzes, teachers can preview, assign, or run live sessions with options for student-led or teacher-led modes. Assignment features allow customization of settings such as timing, attempts, accommodations, question order, answer visibility, and game elements like power-ups and leaderboards. Educators can also create their own content, including assessments, lessons, interactive videos, or passages, with flexible question types and privacy settings for classroom or school use.
tag(s): charts and graphs (182), critical thinking (187), data (208), equations (129), game based learning (315), grammar (140), grammar review (33), matter (52), sign language (16), social and emotional learning (202)
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Students can either complete the worksheet or the quiz on Wayground. When completing a worksheet, students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to show their thinking/understanding of the concept. Students can create their own problems for a quiz on Wayground.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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A VISUAL HISTORY national archives and records administration 1940-1963 - National Archives and Records Administration
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4 to 12
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This visual history collection from the National Archives and Records Administration provides political cartoons from 1940 to 1963, covering important events such as World War II, the...more
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This visual history collection from the National Archives and Records Administration provides political cartoons from 1940 to 1963, covering important events such as World War II, the early Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, and the presidency of John F. Kennedy. Before each section, view the blurb to learn about events occuring during that time period.
tag(s): 1940s (68), 1950s (33), 1960s (54), civil rights (221), cold war (39), comics and cartoons (67), kennedy (25), primary sources (134), world war 2 (166)
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Show students one historical photo from the collection and have them write what they notice, wonder, and infer. Students can discuss what the image shows, what time period it might be from, and what questions they still have. Give students a historical image without the description and have students write their own caption explaining what they think is happening. Assign students different events from 1940 to 1963 and have them create a timeline using images from the site and MyLens, reviewed here.
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Beyond the Battlefield: A Virtual Field Trip - Museum of the American Revolution
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2 to 8
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Beyond the Battlefield: A Virtual Field Trip is a free, engaging online experience from the Museum of the American Revolution that brings the American Revolution to life. Hosted by...more
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Beyond the Battlefield: A Virtual Field Trip is a free, engaging online experience from the Museum of the American Revolution that brings the American Revolution to life. Hosted by author Lauren Tarshis, the tour introduces students to real artifacts and stories of young people from the era, with a downloadable classroom kit that includes vocabulary and discussion questions to support instruction in grades 2-8.
tag(s): 1700s (39), american revolution (91), battles (18), virtual field trips (142)
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Watch the virtual field trip as a whole class, pausing to discuss artifacts and asking students to predict each object's use during the American Revolution. Have students write a short journal entry from the perspective of a child living during the Revolutionary era using details from the virtual tour. Create the journal digitally using Book Creator, reviewed here or Write Reader, reviewed here. Create a vocabulary station using terms from the classroom kit to build background knowledge and reinforce content-area language.
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MapMaker - National Geographic
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4 to 12
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The MapMaker Launch Guide from National Geographic offers MapMaker, a free, web-based digital mapping tool developed in collaboration with Esri. Designed for educators, students, and...more
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The MapMaker Launch Guide from National Geographic offers MapMaker, a free, web-based digital mapping tool developed in collaboration with Esri. Designed for educators, students, and National Geographic Explorers, the platform provides an intuitive interface with features such as autosave, location search, and annotation tools, including pins, lines, shapes, and labels. The guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating, editing, saving, exporting, and sharing custom maps. It also supports standards-aligned instruction across geography, science, math, literacy, and social studies. With classroom-ready resources, FAQs, and video tutorials, MapMaker helps students build spatial thinking, critical reasoning, and data analysis skills through interactive map-based learning.
tag(s): critical thinking (187), data (208), map skills (67), maps (221)
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Have students create a personalized digital map of their local community. They can mark locations such as their school, library, parks, and cultural landmarks with pins, shapes, and labels. Explore global climate patterns by turning on different data layers (e.g., temperature, precipitation, vegetation). Students can compare regions, make observations, and write claims backed by map evidence about how geography influences climate. Have students research a historical event or time period (e.g., westward expansion, ancient civilizations, migration routes) and create a map showing locations from that time, with modern overlays to compare past and present geography. Have students choose a topic (such as a natural disaster, an explorer's journey, or a cultural region) and create a digital map that tells a story using pins and custom labels. Each pin includes facts, images, or student-written summaries to encourage research and multimedia integration.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Students Love Amelia Earhart - Amelia Earhart Hanger Museum
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4 to 8
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The Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum site explores who Amelia Earhart was, her childhood, how she handled fame, her historic flights, and the events surrounding her final flight. Students...more
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The Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum site explores who Amelia Earhart was, her childhood, how she handled fame, her historic flights, and the events surrounding her final flight. Students can also access helpful extras, including a printable PDF timeline, information on honors and recognition, and links to additional resources. A collection of black-and-white photographs at the bottom of the page helps bring Amelia Earhart's story to life.
tag(s): aviation (50), biographies (96), famous people (40), women (189), womenchangemaker (80)
In the Classroom
Students can use Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here to create a timeline of Amelia Earhart's life. Students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to compare and contrast her with another famous aviator. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post a fact that they learned about her.
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Amelia Earhart Activity Book - National Headquarters Civil Air Patrol
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2 to 5
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The Amelia Earhart Activity Book combines information about Amelia Earhart with activities. Activities include: Fair Pair (rhyming pairs), Seek a Word (crossword puzzle), Word Fun (add...more
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The Amelia Earhart Activity Book combines information about Amelia Earhart with activities. Activities include: Fair Pair (rhyming pairs), Seek a Word (crossword puzzle), Word Fun (add and delete letters to come up with a word), School Maze, Math Fun, Break the Code, and more. Answers to all activities are included at the end.
tag(s): aviation (50), famous people (40), women (189), womenchangemaker (80)
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Teachers can have students complete the activities featured in the Activity Book. Students can create a Word Fun with information about Amelia Earhart's life. Have students use Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here to create a timeline of the important events of her life.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Amelia Earhart - PBS Learning Media
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K to 2
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PBS Learning Media's Amelia Earhart consists of downloadable files, including a printable Biosketch Reader, a Venn Diagram, a Sentence Starter, and a Hero for a Day. Each can be downloaded...more
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PBS Learning Media's Amelia Earhart consists of downloadable files, including a printable Biosketch Reader, a Venn Diagram, a Sentence Starter, and a Hero for a Day. Each can be downloaded in English and Spanish with a free account. The New York State Standards align with the materials on Amelia Earhart.
tag(s): aviation (50), famous people (40), pioneers (13), womenchangemaker (80)
In the Classroom
Teachers can have students use the materials presented on the website. Instead of comparing Amelia Earhart to themselves, students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to compare her to other Pioneering Women, here. Students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to record facts that they learned about her.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Searching for Amelia Earhart - PBS LearningMedia
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3 to 9
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Imagine combining the thrill of aviation history with the intrigue of a real-life mystery--"Searching for Amelia Earhart" from PBS LearningMedia's STEM in 30 does just that. This 30-minute...more
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Imagine combining the thrill of aviation history with the intrigue of a real-life mystery--"Searching for Amelia Earhart" from PBS LearningMedia's STEM in 30 does just that. This 30-minute episode delves into Earhart's pioneering achievements, her enigmatic disappearance, and the ongoing efforts to uncover the truth behind her final flight. This program integrates STEM concepts with historical investigation, encouraging learners to explore topics such as navigation, aviation technology, and forensic science. Through expert interviews and engaging visuals, the video not only honors Earhart's legacy but also inspires students to think critically and embrace the spirit of exploration.
tag(s): aviation (50), women (189), womenchangemaker (80)
In the Classroom
Have students create a visual timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here or MyLens reviewed here of events leading up to Earhart's final flight, incorporating both historical facts and theories introduced in the video. Using Google Earth reviewed here or printed world maps, have students trace Earhart's intended flight path and mark significant locations. Discuss what navigational tools were used in her time vs. today. Challenge students to create a modern-day rescue or search plan using today's technology. They must explain their tools (e.g., satellite imaging, sonar, drones) and how they would search for clues to Amelia's disappearance.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Native American Inventions That We Still Use Today - San Diego2
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Imagine a world without aspirin, bridges, or syringes--many of these innovations have roots in Indigenous innovation. The article "Native American Inventions That We Still Use Today"...more
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Imagine a world without aspirin, bridges, or syringes--many of these innovations have roots in Indigenous innovation. The article "Native American Inventions That We Still Use Today" from SD2 explores remarkable contributions by Native American communities that have shaped modern life in ways often overlooked. From suspension bridges crafted from woven grass to natural remedies and early contraceptive methods, this resource sheds light on the sophisticated science and practical problem-solving of Native peoples. It's a powerful tool for teachers looking to highlight the lasting impact of Native American innovation in STEM and social studies classrooms.
tag(s): inventors and inventions (89), native americans (126), STEM (374)
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Set up small stations where students explore simplified versions of Native inventions (e.g., bridge-building with string and sticks, examining plant-based remedies). Have them rotate and reflect on how each item serves a purpose today. Have students compare one Native American invention with a similar invention from another culture. Create a Venn diagram using Whimsical Mind Maps, reviewed here and discuss what materials were used, why the invention was needed, and how culture shaped the design. Students choose one invention from the article and create a display poster showing its origin, the problem it solved, and its modern-day equivalent or use.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Native American and Indigenous inventions that changed the world - Vincent Schilling
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4 to 12
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This video offers a captivating exploration of ten Native American inventions that have had a lasting influence on modern life. Narrated with vivid visuals, it frames Indigenous innovation...more
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This video offers a captivating exploration of ten Native American inventions that have had a lasting influence on modern life. Narrated with vivid visuals, it frames Indigenous innovation as far-reaching and profound, starting with how early Europeans reacted to these contributions in the 1500s. Viewers learn how traditional inventions, from medicinal remedies and simple mechanical tools to communal sports and practical everyday items, trace their origins to Native American ingenuity, challenging outdated myths about where creativity and technology come from. Please note: If your district blocks access to YouTube, the video will not be viewable. You may need to find an alternative platform or secure administrative permission for students to view it.
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tag(s): inventors and inventions (89), native americans (126)
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Have students create a visual timeline using Sutori, reviewed here showcasing each of the ten inventions featured in the video, including the Indigenous group it originated from and its modern counterpart. In small groups, have students select one invention (e.g., syringes, lacrosse, hammocks) and create posters comparing its original form to how it is used today, including function, materials, and impact. Inspired by Indigenous creativity, challenge students to invent a new tool or concept that solves a modern problem.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Contributions of Native Americans - Indigenous Achievements That Shaped Today - Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Center
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4 to 12
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This lesson-ready video offers a compelling overview of Native American inventions and cultural contributions that continue to influence modern society. Through engaging visuals and...more
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This lesson-ready video offers a compelling overview of Native American inventions and cultural contributions that continue to influence modern society. Through engaging visuals and narration, students gain insight into how innovations, ranging from medicine to everyday technologies, shaped both Indigenous communities and later generations. Please note that if your district blocks access to YouTube, the video will not be viewable, and an alternative platform or workaround may be needed.
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tag(s): cultures (290), native americans (126)
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Create cards with Native American inventions on one set and their modern uses on another. Have students match them and explain how the original idea is still relevant today. Ask students to write a creative first-person journal from the perspective of a Native American who developed an innovation, describing the problem they solved and how others reacted. Have students compare Native American contributions to similar innovations from other cultures, discussing how different societies solve similar problems. Create a Venn diagram with Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Revolutionary Native American Inventions That Changed Modern Life - Bryan University
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Ever wonder how everyday objects -- like kayaks, pain relievers, or snow goggles -- trace their roots back thousands of years to ingenuity developed long before modern science? The...more
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Ever wonder how everyday objects -- like kayaks, pain relievers, or snow goggles -- trace their roots back thousands of years to ingenuity developed long before modern science? The article from Bryan University highlights ten revolutionary Native American inventions that continue to impact modern life, offering an engaging way to explore Indigenous contributions during Native American Heritage Month or as part of a broader history or science unit. Featured innovations include natural pain relievers made from willow bark, early oral contraceptives using traditional plants, syringes crafted from bird bones and animal bladders, baby feeding tools made from natural materials, homemade sunscreens, snow goggles carved from bone or wood, the kayak, lacrosse (originating as stickball), hammocks developed by the Taino, and suspension bridges woven from grasses by the Inca. The article encourages educators to recognize the ingenuity and lasting influence of Native American cultures and can serve as a strong starting point for student research or classroom discussions on innovation and cultural legacy.
tag(s): inventors and inventions (89), native americans (126)
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Challenge students to design a modern tool inspired by an invention (such as a water-resistant pouch based on early feeding devices or a sun visor inspired by snow goggles). They can build prototypes using simple materials. Create a classroom timeline using Timeline Infographics, reviewed here showing when and where each invention originated. Include maps and note which Indigenous group developed each innovation. Have students compare each Native American invention with its modern equivalent. For example, compare early syringes with today's medical tools or traditional kayaks with modern sports models.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Native American Contributions - Virginia Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts
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The PDF "Native American Contributions" showcases a wide range of ways Indigenous peoples have shaped modern American life, from ecological stewardship and sustainable hunting and living...more
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The PDF "Native American Contributions" showcases a wide range of ways Indigenous peoples have shaped modern American life, from ecological stewardship and sustainable hunting and living in harmony with nature to cultivating essential foods like corn, beans, potatoes, pumpkins, squash, and sunflowers long before European arrival. It highlights how Native American games, such as canoeing, lacrosse, snowshoeing, and tug-of-war, remain popular today. The PDF notes that early U.S. ideas about federal and state governance drew inspiration from the Iroquois Confederacy. The document also lists many everyday words, such as barbecue, hammock, toboggan, and hurricane, all of which originated from Native languages. Overall, the PDF provides a positive, accessible overview that helps educators introduce Indigenous contributions to agriculture, language, government, and recreation. If sharing this with students, be sure to include attribution to the Virginia Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts, as the printed document doesn't include that information.
tag(s): inventors and inventions (89), native americans (126)
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Create cards featuring items or ideas listed in the PDF (e.g., corn, hammock, tug of war, Iroquois government). Assign students to sort items into categories such as food, games, language, and government. Have students select a word from the PDF (such as "barbecue" or "hurricane") and research its Native American language root and meaning. They can illustrate the word and present a "word card" to the class with its origin, meaning, and modern usage. In small groups, students design a mini-exhibit using a poster board or a digital tool like Canva Edu reviewed here highlighting different categories of Native contributions.
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10 Native American Inventions Commonly Used Today - History Education
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Innovations ranging from durable kayaks and snow goggles to natural medicines and staple crops demonstrate the advanced engineering, medical knowledge, and agricultural practices developed...more
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Innovations ranging from durable kayaks and snow goggles to natural medicines and staple crops demonstrate the advanced engineering, medical knowledge, and agricultural practices developed by diverse Native American tribal nations long before European contact. The article from History Education highlights how these inventions supported survival and daily life across varied environments from Arctic regions to South America and influenced broader global practices. Updated as recently as November 2025, the piece offers educators a rich resource to broaden students' understanding of Indigenous contributions to technology and society.
tag(s): inventors and inventions (89), native americans (126)
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Create cards with the name of an Indigenous invention on one set and its use or purpose on the other. Then, have students work in pairs or small groups to match the items, and then discuss how each invention addressed specific environmental or cultural needs. Have students create a visual timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here showing the development of Indigenous inventions, including their original purposes and any modern equivalents (e.g., kayaks, syringes, baby bottles, snow goggles). Challenge students to redesign a Native American invention using both traditional and modern materials. They can present their designs through drawings, models, or digital presentations using Delightex, reviewed here, explaining the science or engineering behind them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inspirational Women in STEM- Amelia Earhart - Science Sparks
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Introduce your students to the inspiring legacy of Amelia Earhart through a blend of history and hands-on science with Science Sparks' Inspirational Women in STEM - Amelia Earhart resource....more
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Introduce your students to the inspiring legacy of Amelia Earhart through a blend of history and hands-on science with Science Sparks' Inspirational Women in STEM - Amelia Earhart resource. This engaging webpage provides a brief fact file on Earhart's groundbreaking achievements in aviation, complemented by interactive STEM activities for young learners. Students can explore concepts such as gravity by creating paper spinners, delve into aerodynamics by designing and building paper-plane launchers, and understand the difference between mass and weight through simple experiments. These activities not only reinforce scientific principles but also celebrate Earhart's pioneering spirit, making them ideal for elementary classrooms aiming to integrate science, history, and discussions on gender equality in STEM fields.
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tag(s): aircraft (26), gravity (52), mass (20), STEM (374), women (189), womenchangemaker (80)
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Guide students in making paper spinners to explore how shape and size affect flight. Have students test different designs and record which spinner falls the slowest or spins the longest. Tie this into Earhart's role as a pilot and the science behind aircraft movement. Set up a simple experiment where students compare mass and weight using scales and small objects. Connect the concept to Earhart's long-distance flights and the importance of fuel and weight in aircraft design. Using rubber bands, cardboard, and paper, have students design and test their own paper plane launchers. Challenge them to modify their planes for distance or accuracy, and relate the activity to innovation in aviation. After completing the science activities, students can create a comic strip using Free Comic Strip Maker reviewed here or an illustrated poster that highlights both Amelia Earhart's accomplishments and one science concept they explored (e.g., gravity or aerodynamics).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10+ Awesome Amelia Earhart Activities for Kids - Twinkl Educational Publishing
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K to 5
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Looking to inspire your students with the story of a pioneering aviator? Twinkl's blog post, "10+ Awesome Amelia Earhart Activities for Kids", offers a curated collection of engaging...more
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Looking to inspire your students with the story of a pioneering aviator? Twinkl's blog post, "10+ Awesome Amelia Earhart Activities for Kids", offers a curated collection of engaging resources to bring Amelia Earhart's legacy to life in your classroom. Designed primarily for elementary students, these activities include interactive PowerPoint presentations, word searches, timeline exercises, flap books, task cards, and comprehension worksheets. Each resource promotes critical thinking, enhances vocabulary, and fosters creativity, making them ideal for lessons during Women's History Month, Amelia Earhart Day (July 24), or units on explorers and aviation history.
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tag(s): aircraft (26), critical thinking (187), vocabulary (252), women (189), womenchangemaker (80)
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Use the printable timeline or sequencing worksheets to help students organize key events in Amelia Earhart's life. Have students cut and sort cards, then explain each event aloud or in writing. Consider having them make a digital timeline using MyLens reviewed here. Set up learning stations with grade-level-appropriate reading comprehension worksheets. Students rotate through stations, answering questions and discussing Earhart's impact as a pioneer. Have students use Twinkl's flap book template to summarize important facts, quotes, and milestones from Earhart's life. They can add drawings or captions to personalize their mini-biography books.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Amelia Earhart - Mr. Nussbaum Learning+Fun
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Mr. Nussbaum Learning+Fun: Amelia Earhart contains links to a biography, printables, online games, lesson plans, and sub plans for students. The printables share the Type, Format,...more
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Mr. Nussbaum Learning+Fun: Amelia Earhart contains links to a biography, printables, online games, lesson plans, and sub plans for students. The printables share the Type, Format, Grade Level, Passage Length, and Lexile. Although most are free, some are for premium members.
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tag(s): aviation (50)
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Students can complete the printables that are featured on the site. Students can use Canva Infographic Creator, < a href="/single.cfm?id=17570">reviewed here to create an infographic about all of Amelia Earhart's accomplishments. Students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to write the facts that they have learned about Amelia Earhart.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PBS: Amelia Earhart | Aviator, Record-breaker, and Activist - PBS LearningMedia
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PBS: Amelia Earhart | Aviator, Record-breaker, and Activist is a free lesson plan for students in grades 3-5 and 6-8. The lesson teaches students about Amelia Earhart's career. Students...more
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PBS: Amelia Earhart | Aviator, Record-breaker, and Activist is a free lesson plan for students in grades 3-5 and 6-8. The lesson teaches students about Amelia Earhart's career. Students will view her pilot's license and read a letter that she wrote to an aspiring aviator. The lesson concludes with students creating a compass rose to honor Earhart's legacy. In the lesson are the Lesson Summary, Time Allotted, Background Vocabulary, Links, Background on Amelia Earhart, Procedure, and the Standards. This lesson aligns with the Common Core Standards and College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education.
tag(s): aviation (50), famous people (40)
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Students can use Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here to create a timeline of Amelia Earhart's life and accomplishments. Students can compare and contrast Earhart to another famous aviator using Google Drawings reviewed here. Students can pretend to be newscasters by using Free Screen Recorder Online reviewed here to share the importance of her accomplishments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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John F. Kennedy Lesson Plan - Guess or Mess
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View this comprehensive educational resource designed for students in grades 3-5 to explore the life and legacy of the 35th President of the United States. Through reading, discussion,...more
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View this comprehensive educational resource designed for students in grades 3-5 to explore the life and legacy of the 35th President of the United States. Through reading, discussion, and interactive activities, students will delve into key events from Kennedy's early life, his leadership during pivotal moments such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the civil rights movement, and his lasting impact on American history. The lesson emphasizes critical thinking by encouraging students to evaluate Kennedy's leadership qualities and the challenges he faced, including both his achievements and setbacks. Accompanying materials, such as a digital biographical book, a video titled "Guess or Mess: John F. Kennedy," and a worksheet, support varied learning styles and promote engagement.
tag(s): civil rights (221), cold war (39), critical thinking (187), kennedy (25), presidents (151)
In the Classroom
Begin the lesson with the interactive trivia game "Guess or Mess: John F. Kennedy" Video Game to introduce students to key facts about JFK's life and presidency in a fun, game-show format that sparks curiosity. Have students complete a K-W-L chart (Know, Want to Know, Learned) before, during, and after the lesson to track their learning and guide classroom discussions actively. Using the provided digital biography book, guide students through a close reading activity where they highlight major events in JFK's life, then create a visual timeline using Timeline Infographic Templates reviewed here to organize and summarize key milestones.
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John F. Kennedy and Civil Rights - Digital Inquiry Group
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Step into the heart of the civil rights era with the Digital Inquiry Group's lesson, John F. Kennedy and Civil Rights. This resource invites high school students to critically...more
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Step into the heart of the civil rights era with the Digital Inquiry Group's lesson, John F. Kennedy and Civil Rights. This resource invites high school students to critically examine President Kennedy's role in the movement by analyzing various primary sources, including his speeches, remarks from SNCC leader John Lewis, contemporary newspaper articles, and documentary footage. Students explore the complexities of political leadership and grassroots activism through this multifaceted approach, assessing the extent of Kennedy's commitment to civil rights. The lesson includes downloadable teacher guides, student materials in English and Spanish, and PowerPoint presentations, making it an accessible and comprehensive tool for educators aiming to foster historical thinking and civic understanding in their classrooms. In order to access the materials, you must create a free account.
tag(s): civics (129), civil rights (221), politics (122), presidents (151), speeches (22)
In the Classroom
Assign students roles such as JFK, civil rights leaders, members of Congress, or local activists. Have students participate in a simulated 1960s roundtable debate on federal civil rights action, using evidence from the lesson to support their viewpoints. Have students write a short essay or record a podcast using Acast, reviewed here responding to the question: "To what extent did JFK support civil rights, and what were the limits of his leadership?" Doing this allows them to synthesize information and form evidence-based conclusions. Students can compare JFK's civil rights speeches to those of other leaders (e.g., MLK Jr. or Malcolm X), analyzing tone, purpose, and impact. They can record their findings in a Venn diagram on paper or digitally using Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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