Description
Lesson Overview
In this lesson, students learn about the history of Mother’s Day as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Next, they create a greeting card using Canva (free, online software). A tutorial is included for the project, along with student expectations/instructions and a grading rubric. Additionally, a word search puzzle (with answer key) is included to use for early finishers or as a part of the lesson.
This lesson includes alternatives to be inclusive for students who are from non-traditional families as well. It was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.
Materials Required:
- Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
- Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs
Files included:
- Teacher & Student Resources
- WebQuest questions for students – print and digital versions (editable)
- WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)
- Greeting card project – Instructions, tutorial, and grading rubric
- Word Search Puzzle (non-editable, .pdf)
- Word Search Puzzle Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)
Approximate Lesson Duration:
- WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
- Greeting card project: 1=1.5 (50 minute) class periods
- Word Search Puzzle: 15-20 minutes
Total Pages = 14
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