Introduction
You are the grandchild of an American Soldier from World War II! You never got to meet your grandfather, but would love to know about his experiences during the war. The only thing you know is that he was a pilot. Let's investigate some of the places your grandfather may have gone, people he may have met, and historical events he may have experienced!
Task
Questions to be answered through your research:
1. Name some of the major events that occurred in World War II, in both Europe and the Pacific Ocean.
2. Discuss when, where and why President Truman chose to use Atomic Bombs.
3. Name and describe the different countries leaders during World War II.
Once you have researched and answered all 3 questions, you need to create some type of presentation. It can be a PowerPoint, Prezi, poster, etc. Your presentation will need to be well organized and involve all components of each question.
Take notes and write down answers to questions on a separate paper, or you may type them on the computer.
Process
Question 1:
Name some of the major events that occurred in World War II, in both Europe and the Pacific Ocean.
You may use the following resources for your research:
https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2011/10/world-war-ii-the-allied-invasion-of-europe/100160/
https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2011/09/world-war-ii-the-pacific-islands/100155/
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_in_pacific.php
Question 2:
Discuss when, where, and why President Truman chose to use Atomic Bombs.
You may use the following resources for research:
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_atomic_bomb.php
http://www.historyforkids.net/atomic-bomb.html
https://www.nps.gov/articles/trumanatomicbomb.htm
Question 3:
Name and describe the different countries leaders during World War II.
You may use the following resources for research:
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_axis_powers.php
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_allied_powers.php
http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/war/leaders.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryhistory/world_war2/world_at_war/
Some of these websites and videos may over lap to other questions. Feel free to use all resources for all three questions.
Evaluation
Unacceptable :( |
Not Your Best :/ |
Acceptable :) |
Excellent! |
Points |
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Content |
Content was not historically correct.2 points |
Some content was historically correct.3 points |
Most content was historically correct.4 points |
All content was historically correct!5 points |
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Spelling/Grammar |
Spelling and grammar problems through out the whole presentation.2 points |
Some spelling and grammar problems in the presentation.3 points |
Very few spelling and grammar problems in the presentation.4 points |
No spelling and grammar problems in the presentation.5 points |
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Creativity |
Presentation lacked originality and imagination. No engagement.2 points |
Presentation was some what original with little imagination use. Mild engagement.3 points |
Presentation was original and used imagination. Moderate engagement.4 points |
Presentation was very creative and used lots of imagination. Very engaging.5 points |
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Use of Sources |
Sources were not used or looked through appropriately.2 points |
Some of the information came from the sources provided.3 points |
Most of the information came from the sources provided.4 points |
All of the information came from the sources provided.5 points |
|
Images |
The presentation contained no images pertaining to the topic.2 points |
The presentation contained some images pertaining to the topic.3 points |
The presentation contained images pertaining to the topic on most of the slides.4 points |
The presentation contained images pertaining to the topic on all of the slides.5 points |
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TOTAL POINTS: / 25
Conclusion
World War II WebQuest Self Evaluation
Directions: This is to be completed after the WebQuest is complete and you have done your presentation. Circle which number you would use to best rate yourself on your work. 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest. You may print this or write it on a separate piece of paper.
1. I read and answered all questions thoroughly.
1 2 3 4 5
2. I used all resources appropriately.
1 2 3 4 5
3. My presentation was creative and colorful.
1 2 3 4 5
4. I used my imagination in creating my presentation.
1 2 3 4 5
5. I used appropriate images that were historically correct.
1 2 3 4 5
Credits
5th Grade Social Studies Standards
Historical Understanding
SS5H4: Explain America's involvement in World War II.
B. Describe major events in the war in both Europe and the Pacific; include Pearl Harbor, Iwo Jima, D-Day, VE and VJ Days, and the Holocaust.
C. Discuss President Truman's decision to drop the Atomic Bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
D. Identify Roosevelt, Stalin, Churchill, Hirohito, Truman, Mussolini, and Hitler.
Resources:
https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2011/09/world-war-ii-the-pacific-islands/100155/
https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2011/10/world-war-ii-the-allied-invasion-of-europe/100160/
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_in_pacific.php
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_atomic_bomb.php
http://www.historyforkids.net/atomic-bomb.html
https://www.nps.gov/articles/trumanatomicbomb.htm
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_axis_powers.php
http://www.ducksters.com/history/world_war_ii/ww2_allied_powers.php
http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/war/leaders.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryhistory/world_war2/world_at_war/
http://buildyourlibrary.com/new-unit-study-world-war-ii/