Crazy, but True: Disasters in History LINKtivity- Perfect for: Fast Finishers, Fun Friday, Indoor Recess, Summer Learning Activities, School Breaks & More!
Looking for an easy fast-finisher, indoor recess, of Fun Friday activity? How about an incredible engaging summer learning resource that will help beat the summer slide? Or even a quick no-prep activity to fill in your sub plans for your third grade, fourth grade, or fifth grade students? THIS IS IT!
Looking for an easy fast-finisher, indoor recess, of Fun Friday activity? How about an incredible engaging summer learning resource that will help beat the summer slide? Or even a quick no-prep activity to fill in your sub plans for your third grade, fourth grade, or fifth grade students? THIS IS IT!
Looking for an easy fast-finisher, indoor recess, of Fun Friday activity? How about an incredible engaging summer learning resource that will help beat the summer slide? Or even a quick no-prep activity to fill in your sub plans for your third grade, fourth grade, or fifth grade students? THIS IS IT!
In our Crazy, but True! LINKtivity series students will uncover astonishing facts about life, our world, people, and historical events!
Specifically, in the Crazy, But True: Historical Disasters LINKtivity®, students will delve into shocking events from the past that still astonish us today! From the Titanic sinking to the destruction of Pompeii and the Great Chicago Fire, students will learn about these real disasters with evidence to back them up. Each disaster is accompanied by kid-friendly videos, images, maps, and graphics, along with a fun activity for students to complete!
WHAT'S A LINKtivity?
Tired of depending on uninspiring and outdated textbooks and worksheets to engage your upper elementary students? I get it. I’ve been there. However, let's be honest—planning captivating and interactive lessons requires hours of effort, not to mention the energy drain! You deserve to feel like the exceptional teacher you already are without sacrificing your nights and weekends!
Introducing: LINKtivities - your solution to easy engagement and learning that feels more like exploring! Through LINKtivities, students are put in the driver’s seat. They learn at their own pace as they click their way through a kid-friendly digital learning guide showcasing images, videos, and kid-friendly websites - a multimedia EDU-venture!
Our Crazy, but True! digital LINKtivity® is designed with diverse learners in mind, featuring user-friendly navigation and audio support that reads text to students, making it perfect for struggling readers and English language learners. Get ready for a fun and interactive learning experience!
INSIDE THE CRAZY, BUT TRUE: HISTORICAL DISASTERS LINKTIVITY, STUDENTS WILL:
Learn 7 crazy, but true facts about disasters in history including: the molasses flood, bubonic plague, sinking of the Titanic, Hindenburg catastrophe, Pompeii, Great Chicago Fire, the Dust Bowl
Watch kid-friendly videos related to each historical disaster
Explore pictures and additional fun facts and interactive features (like popup maps, diagrams, "Did You Know" popups, and more!)
Have the choice to complete an extension activity for each historical disaster (these are mostly off-line activities that are fun and use minimal materials) - Students can download directions directly from the LINKtivity and take them home, if they wish!
Read some silly history-themed jokes (just for fun!)
While using the LINKtivity®, students can complete an optional recording sheet (printable or digital) to capture their favorite crazy facts that they've explored in the LINKtivity®.
PLUS: Our Crazy, but True! LINKtivities also include additional “unplugged” activities that are great for extending the learning at home, for Fun Friday, indoor recess, over school breaks, & MORE!
To view the LINKtivity®, you will only need access to the internet (no fancy software or programs needed!)
The LINKtivity® can be used as a whole class by projecting the digital guide on a SMARTBoard or white board, in small groups gathered around a single device or even as individuals by using personal tablets, iPads, chrome books...etc.
HERE'S WHAT IS INCLUDED:
A user-friendly teacher guide with all links and downloads accessible directly from the guide
An easy-to-use LINKtivity® Interactive Learning Guide (accessible in any internet browser)
Extension activities that go along with the crazy, but true fact inside the "Activity" section for each expedition of the LINKtivity. These activities are available right in the LINKtivity as well as downloadable PDFs that students can print out and take home, if they wish (activities include: STEM projects, crafts, science experiences, drawing, art, baking & more)
A student recording sheet - to authentically showcase learning
Our Crazy, but True! LINKtivities are perfect for a variety of settings:
SUB-PLANS: Feeling sick? Need a personal day? Attending a conference? Let LINKtivities seamlessly take your place! Just pre-assign a LINKtivity® inside your learning platform or create a QR code for easy access and let LINKtivities take it from there!
AT-HOME PRACTICE: It's easy to provide students with the link for a LINKtivity® to access at home - perfect for keeping students engaged over the weekend or even during school breaks.
FAST-FINISHER ACTIVITIES: When students complete work early and need something to do, These bite-sized LINKtivities save the day! Have a few LINKtivities in your back pocket and pull them out whenever students need to fill some extra time with a meaningful activity!
INDOOR RECESS: Don’t let a rainy day ruin all the fun! These fun LINKtivities are perfect for students to explore during indoor recess - no background knowledge required! It’s learning that feels more like playing!
SUPPLEMENTARY RESOURCE: Several of the topics in the Crazy, but True LINKtivity series compliment other skills and topics in your curriculum.
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…a virtual summer camp experience where students can join in from anywhere, at any time. And - when they do, they'll tap into their curiosity and uncover astonishing facts about life, our world, people, and historical events! Get access to our complete set of Crazy, But True! LINKtivities and keep your students engaged all summer long!
WHAT OTHER TEACHERS ARE SAYING:
LINKtivities are a unique 21st century learning tool that will engage your learners and leave them wanting more! But, you don’t have to take my word for it! Here’s what other teachers are saying about LINKtivities:
Erin C. says...
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I cannot say enough great things about this product. My kids loved it! They learned so much and were very engaged!
TEACH in the HEART of the PEACH says...
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was one of my favorite purchases last school year! It allowed my students an opportunity to work on independence, especially my struggling readers. This resource kept my students engaged the entire time!
Charlene M. says...
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best purchase I made this year! It was so engaging with the readings, videos, and fun facts. It even read aloud the passages for my DL and ELL students! Worth every penny.
THERE’S A WHOLE LOT MORE WHERE THAT CAME FROM!
Did you know that for about the same price as a single LINKtivity, you can get access to our ENTIRE library of LINKtivities in an all-inclusive subscription option?
INTRODUCING: LINKtivity Learning – your all-access pass to endless engagement. Inside the LINKtivity Learning subscription library, you’ll have instant access to each and every LINKtivity we create PLUS immediate access to all future LINKtivites. We add new LINKtivities each month and our members get them ALL!
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