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If ever a person wanted to know about the start, spread, and effects of the Industrial Revolution now would be the time to ask. Answer questions regarding facets of the Industrial revolution in slide show format. Each slide contains amazing information, images, and review questions. There is enough information here to teach an entire unit!
In this Stephenson's Rocket worksheet, young scholars learn about the early steam-powered railroad locomotive built by George and Robert Stephenson. Students complete a series of questions based on their reading.
Students explore the transportation revolution brought about through the use of steam power to move boats over water. They practice note taking skills by taking notes from an article.
A wonderful and comprehensive look at the first Industrial Revolution. Starting with events, inventions, and changes in thought that occurred in the 1700's, the presentation moves through the technological advancements in industry and transportation that made the revolution possible. A very nice resource!
Seventh graders evaluate the differences between steam and electric power. In this horse power lesson students work in groups and complete several lab activities.
Twelfth graders research steam engine technology in order to write a report and develop a timeline. In this steam engine technology lesson, 12th graders access assigned web sites and reference materials to find information on steam engines. They word process a report and develop a timeline which are peer edited before being turned in.
Eighth graders identify the major advancements that have been made in transportation throughout U.S. history (waterways, horses, steam power, railroads, automobiles, etc.) They access websites imbedded in this plan and answer questions about transportation.
Young scholars examine different types of boats. In this river boats lesson, students examine canoes, steam powered paddleboats, clippers, barges, lakers, and ocean freighters. Young scholars work in groups to create their own cargo boats.
Discover Oklahoma's first farmers. Read about 14 different agriculture workers and their contribution to Oklahoma's farming. After reading, have your class complete several activities such as researching an agriculturist, writing a research paper, creating a wanted poster, and working on an Oklahoma map. Note: There are a variety of cross-curricular applications provided in this resource.
Sixth graders review examples of expository writing in literature, history, and science in this five-lesson unit. The lessons address summarizing, development of fiction and nonfiction book reports, and the organization of friendly and business letters. Additionally, it encourages young writers to create their own original work and avoid plagiarism.