⭐️Let’s all take a field trip! In this Virtual Field Trip, students will learn about the American revolution. Students will study a timeline of events that led to the American revolution such as the French and Indian War, the treaty of Paris, the sugar act and the currency act, the stamp act, the Boston tea party, and more!

⭐️This virtual field trip in Google Slides & Seesaw contains video links, images, reading passages, exercises, writing activities, and more.

⭐️This resource integrates a variety of social studies and reading skills. Students also complete reading and writing assignments along with watching videos and completing thought-provoking exercises. Incorporates key reading comprehension, writing, multimedia, interdisciplinary studies, and other skills.

*Please note: This resource includes links to YouTube videos, so ensure you and your students have access to YouTube before purchasing. Although great care has been taken to ensure all content is appropriate for the stated grade levels, each classroom is unique and it is recommended that teachers review all content prior to use. I recommend embedding the videos to avoid ads and other content that may be inappropriate. Instructions for embedding the videos are included and it should only take a few minutes. Also, keep in mind that any links to third-party content may be changed or removed by the content owner. All links are reviewed regularly; however, if you find a broken link, please let me know so I can update the resource accordingly.

Features:

✏️Google Slides & Seesaw Formats – These interactive formats are perfect for classroom and distance learning. Slides are interactive and can be used as a fun and engaging exercise within the classroom or remotely.

✏️Engaging Interactive Slides & Virtual Video Read Alouds – Interactive slides & virtual video read aloud take students inside the action.

✏️Reading Comprehension – Integrates key reading comprehension skills, multimedia, multiple sources, and more.

✏️Writing & Social Studies – This virtual field trip helps students understand more about the world around them and uses writing prompts to explore their reactions and ideas.

What’s Included?

1. Let’s Explore the Revolution!
2. What Is a Revolution?
3. Characteristics of Revolutions
4. 4 Characteristics of a Revolution
5. Synonyms for “Revolution”
6. Life and Society in the 18th Century
7. Females and Males During Colonial Times
8. Kids’ Lives in the 18th Century
9. Slavery in Colonial America
10. The Original 13 Colonies
11. Locating the 13 Colonies
12. Attitudes of Colonial America
13. A Timeline of Events Leading Up to the American Revolution
14. The French and Indian War Pt. 1
15. The French and Indian War Pt. 2
16. The French and Indian War Pt. 3
17. The Sugar Act of 1764
18. The Stamp Act of 1765
19. The Continental Congress
20. America’s First Ruling Body
21. The American Revolution
22. Analyzing Perspectives
23. African Americans, Slavery, and the Revolution
24. Stories of Free and Enslaved African Americans
25. Comparing Stories
26. The Two Georges of the Revolution
27. George Washington
28. King George III
29. Analyzing Speech
30. Multiple Perspectives
31. Museum Tour
32. Your Perspective
33. More to Explore
34. Credits

Answer Key Included

Take a closer look at what this resource looks like in this video preview.

This resource is suitable for the following grade levels:

• 4th to 8th Grade: Independent for on-level students.

Time to Complete:

This virtual field trip takes approximately 1 hour to complete. The time it takes to complete can vary based on your students. It can be completed in one session or broken up into multiple sessions.

Copyright & Terms of Use

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