WWI Treaty of Versailles Lesson - World War 1 Ends - Google Digital Resources
This lesson on the Treaty of Versailles explores the end of World War I and the effects it had on Germany. The activities are engaging for students, and the guided 6-E format is easy to use.
Begin with "A History Dilemma," which examines the conditions in post-WWI Europe. Next, review vocabulary and key concepts related to the end of World War I. Fill-in notes will accompany the lesson.
Then, explain how the Treaty of Versailles punished Germany using the acronym BRAT (Blame, Reparations, Army, Territory) and analyze its broader impact on the world. A "What If...?" activity challenges students to think about the effects of an alternate history.
To assess learning, use exit ticket practice activities. Both printable and interactive digital versions of the materials are included, making this lesson suitable for traditional in-class learning as well as digital one-to-one classrooms. Everything you need is provided!
Includes Google Resources: Digital & Print
- Guided 6-E Slides Lesson
- Fill-in Notes
- 2 Practice Activities
- Exit Ticket Activity
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Reference Guides
6-E Guided Lesson:
- Engage: “A History Dilemma” Warm-up Activity
- Explore: Big Ideas - Vocabulary & Fill-in Notes
- Explain: BRAT - Terms of the Treaty of Versailles Activity
- Elaborate: ”The Good & the Bad” - Effects Activity
- Evaluate: ”What if…?” Altered History Activity
- Extend: Exit Ticket Activities
Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS, and NCSS
Total Pages: 78
Time: 60 Minutes
Grades: 6-12