Why Explore North America?

Why Explore North America?

Grade 8th Grade · Social Studies · 80 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

i can explain why explorers traveled across the ocean using amplify's ckla, 2nd edition unit 8 lesson 1

Warm-Up Video

Kurt Nilsson · 2:58

Unit 9 Lesson 1 Core Connections

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    We live on the continent of North America, and you will be learning about European explorers who traveled to different parts of the Americas.

  • 2

    People from Spain are often referred to as Spaniards, and you will hear this word throughout the unit.

  • 3

    Non-fiction writing deals with facts about real people and real events.

Practice Questions

6 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

According to the video, what are some reasons Spaniards and other Europeans explored unfamiliar areas?

Teacher Guide

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Why Explore North America? Lesson Plan for Grade 8th Grade | Free Social Studies Lesson