Columbian Exchange Lesson & Mapping Activities - Microsoft Digital Resources
This mapping history lesson focuses on the Columbian Exchange and its lasting effects on cultures around the world. The activities are designed to engage students, and the guided 5-E format makes them easy to implement.
Start with a “Fact or Fiction?” warm-up activity to test students' knowledge about Columbus Day. Next, introduce key vocabulary as students complete fill-in notes. A fun “Sights of the New World” activity challenges your class to assume the role of Spanish explorers and guess the exotic items they encounter.
An engaging "Mapping History" activity challenges students to create a map and key that illustrate the Columbian Exchange. This will help them understand how historical events impact the modern world. Finally, assess their learning with an “Exit Ticket” activity.
Your purchase includes print and interactive digital versions of all materials, making it suitable for traditional in-class learning and digital 1:1 classroom settings. Everything you need is included!
Includes Microsoft Resources: Digital & Print
- Guided PowerPoint Lesson
- Fill-in Notes
- Mapping Activity
- Teacher Story Script
- Exit Ticket Activity
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Reference Guide
5E Guided Lesson:
- Engage: “Fact or Fiction?” Warm-up Activity
- Explore: Background Info, Vocab & Fill-in Notes
- Explain: “Sights of the New World” Activity
- Elaborate: Mapping History The Columbian Exchange
- Evaluate: “Exit Ticket" Activity
Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS
Total Pages: 81
Time: 1 hour
Grades: 5-10