This collection includes Nearpod lessons that support Utah Social Studies standards.
In this lesson, students will learn about the prophet Muhammed, Islam's spread through Arabia, and will learn teachings from the Qur'an. From Spain to India, this lesson explains Muslim innovations in science, medicine and trade.
What is jury duty, and why is it important? In this one-minute video, students learn about jury duty. A host explains what a jury is and how juries are selected, then students consider why jury duty is an important civic duty.
The Korean War is often referred to as the "forgotten war." Why is that? In this explainer video, students learn about the Korean War. They explore the causes and events of this war and consider its lasting effects today.
Who makes the laws? In this one-minute video, students learn about the legislative branch. A host describes the structure and functions of Congress, and students consider the significance of a two-chamber system.
In this social studies activity, students will review their understanding of the legislative branch of government using Nearpod's interactive quiz game, Time to Climb.
In this geography activity, students will review their understanding of map skills using Nearpod's interactive quiz game, Time to Climb.
By examining primary source (photos and articles) students will understand the emerging consumer culture of the 1920's.
In this social studies skill builder, students will learn about the life and death of Anne Frank. Students will be able to recognize what it means to empathize with the experience of others after reading about Anne Frank's life. This skill builder is most appropriate for students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. It is estimated this lesson will take about 15-25 minutes to complete. Through virtual field trips, class collaboration, and independent practice, students use reading comprehension and observation skills to learn about Anne Frank and her family's life before and during World War II. They will also learn about the trials and hardships the Jewish people faced and the importance of empathizing with others.
Thumbnail: screenshot of Nearpod lesson by Christina Nelson 7/27/2022
This Nearpod allows students to review key events and discuss military placement during the Vietnam War. There is also an explanation of anti-war protests. There is SENSITIVE CONTENT.
Students are able to review why the Vietnam War inspired anti-war movements, give an overview of the war, and provide interactive features for students to share their thoughts.
This Nearpod answers the essential question: What makes Utah's geography unique? It introduces the learners to the three major regions found in Utah. This lesson has the vocabulary needed to understand landforms, names the three regions, shows pictures of each region and takes the learners on a virtual fieldtrip to each region.
Who were the Phoenicians? In this lesson, students will learn about the social, economic, and religious structures of this ancient seafaring civilization. They will also discover how the Phoenicians influenced modern-day writing systems.
In this K-2 social studies activity, students will practice recognizing US symbols using Nearpod's interactive quiz game, Time to Climb.
The lesson summarizes the role of religion in the Enlightenment and the establishment of the United States government.
In this lesson, students learn the causes of the Russian Revolution and its effects in Russia and the world at large.
In this explainer video, students learn about the seven principles of the Constitution. A host explains each principle, and students consider how these principles apply to our government today.
In this one-minute video, students learn about the Supreme Court. A host explains the role of the Supreme Court in the United States government, and students will analyze how the Court affects the citizens of the United States.
In this Nearpod lesson, students will examine traditional homes and dwellings of various Native American groups throughout history. They will look at how environment and culture can shape our homes and dwellings, and explore and examine homes around the world.
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