Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Vikings

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research and explore Viking culture, distinguishing between fact and fiction, and examine their contribution to our society.
Unit Plan
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Be a Viking!

For Teachers 3rd
Students research the history and culture of the Vikings. Students complete a variety of lessons in which they use maps, discussion, lecture, vocabulary lists, worksheets and quizzes to investigate the culture and traditions of the Vikings.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ancient History Cyber-Journalists

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students describe and assess circumstances surrounding a major historical event from the ancient world by using Internet (and other) resources to research its location, people, and repercussions, & write a newsletter that summarizes...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Science Mystery: The Vinland Map

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research proof regarding the authenticity of the Vinland map. In this geography lesson, students hold a debate based on their research findings. They discuss which side won and write a short essay about their opinion on the issue.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Primary History: Vikings

For Students 5th - 6th
In this Viking information worksheet, students complete several extension activities that help them learn information about the history of Vikings. Students make a timeline and research several topics.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Vikings In America

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with the "Vikings Of America" and conduct research using a variety of resources. They view the video to create the context for the lesson. Students use the video as an opportunity for class...
Activity
PBS

Pbs Nova: The Vikings Write Your Name in Runes

For Students 3rd - 8th
This website gives the history of the Viking runic alphabet, or Futhark, and you can see how your name is spelled using the Futhark.