Make explorers come to life with this FUN project!
Your students are European scribes during the Age of Exploration and they have been hired to create help wanted advertisements to find qualified people to become European explorers. The task of your students is to create help wanted ads describing the skills, characteristics, motives and contributions of European explorers. Additionally, an optional extension project is included in the resource in which students apply for the job by creating career portfolios. Included in the Resource: ✓ An introduction to the help wanted advertisement ✓ An explanation of requirements ✓ Planning and note-taking space ✓ Extension activity (create a career portfolio) ✓ Rubric ✓ Student reflection Related Resources: European Exploration Unit European Explorers Project Choices: Movie Trailer, Poem, Speech or Scrapbook Hero or Villain Project: European Explorer A European Explorer Applying for a Job: Write a Cover Letter Student Talk Show: European Explorers
Age of Exploration printable timeline of important dates from Henry the Navigator to Henry Hudson. Place on your timeline in your notebook or on your wall.
My kids are always going on “explorations” around the house. And during the winter, is the perfect time to channel that built-up energy into some fun learning activities. So I have gathered some fun Explorer related printables, books and activities. Use these as part of a larger Explorer unit or study the Explorers individually. Either...
Learn about Early Explorers for Kids with this fun, 5-week history lesson unit for elementary age kids to learn about the Vikings, Columbus, Magellan, and more!
Engaging Age of Exploration Unit with 10 lesson plans for 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade. Every lesson, worksheet, and activity is planned.
Engaging Age of Exploration Unit with 10 lesson plans for 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade. Every lesson, worksheet, and activity is planned.
Visit seven countries and ten destinations in ten days with this Europe backpacking itinerary. Backpacking in Europe should be a rite of passage for young, wanderlust-stricken souls, if you ask me. The continent has so much to reveal to travellers: from the terracotta rooftops of Dubrovnik to the colourful bays of Malta; Austria's rugged peaks and Spain's soft
Make sure you read this post before your next European adventure!
Best European cities for kids. Prauge, child friendly food, exquistite beer for adults. Athens, the worlds biggest playground. Budapest, thermal baths...
A guide to planning the perfect 5 to 7 days in Belgium itinerary including things to do, where to stay and how to get around.
Take a road trip and explore the beautiful countryside of France. Stay at these small cool camp sites and enjoy a camping trip to remember!
Explore Europe by train with five of the best European rail trip itinerary ideas you can do in just one week, covering Northern Europe, Italy, Eastern Europe, Spain and Portugal, and Scandinavia
Your off the beaten path guide to Gouda, the city, with a free self-guided walking tour of Gouda's beautiful city center with the best things to do in Gouda
From famous museums to the redlight district with some great food inbetween. Here's how to spend 1 day in Amsterdam!
A guide to planning the perfect one day in Utrecht itinerary including things to do, where to stay and how to get there from Amsterdam.
Pull inspiration for your next European road trip adventure with my list of the 10 best European campervan routes. Google Maps included!
Discover 9 incredible things to do in Antwerp, from climbing through sewers to admiring one of Europe's finest train stations.
Are you looking for the best places for Autumn foliage in Europe? Well, you're not the only one! Fall frenzy has officially arrived and this season truly is my favorite out of all 4! Cozy evenings under a blanket, the crisp air when you go for a walk outside and the trees that colour in 50 shades of yellow, orange and red.
Whether you're an adventure seeker, shopaholic or you simply want a relaxing vacation, there are so many things to do in Andorra in summer!
Ride the Lokrum Island ferry from Dubrovnik for a relaxing afternoon. A day trip from Dubrovnik to Lokrum Island is quick and easy, offering a peaceful getaway from the busy Old Town. THIS POST MAY
✅ A comprehensive guide on the best things to do in Permet, Albania. This undiscovered gem is home to beautiful natural scenes!
Considering visiting Linz, Austria? Read why you need to visit Linz, Austria's hidden gem, and the best things to do in Linz for first-time visitors.
You don't want to miss these famous historical landmarks in Germany when you plan to visit the wonderful Western European country.
Hoping to explore some European Christmas Markets but not sure where to go? This guide will help you find the Best Christmas Markets in Europe along with all the necessary information.
Things to do in Gjirokaster, Albania Gjirokaster is one of the most memorable locations on your Albania itinerary. From the moment you arrive, the town
Amsterdam is an amazing city, but you don't want to miss out on all the great day trips from Amsterdam too! So much to see and explore, it's all so close.
Kamnik is the perfect base to explore Ljulbjana and the beautiful Velika planina. Here's where to stay, where to eat and what to do.
A guide to planning the perfect 7 to 10 days in Switzerland itinerary including things to do, where to stay and tips for getting around.
Discover the best hidden gems in Prague, away from the beaten path. Uncover unusual things to do and secret attractions in the Czech Republic.
If you’d like to customize your own road trip, I've released the Python code I used in this project.
Whether you're into museums, food, or just want to feel immersed in the culture, Amsterdam is the perfect city to explore. Here are 20 things you MUST do in Amsterdam.
Are you ready to explore Amsterdam and start checking things off your Amsterdam bucket list? Check out this guide to some of Amsterdam's top things to do!
During my time in Slovenia I was so impressed with the local food and wine. I went in not knowing much about it, but I left a huge fan. Ljubljana restaurants truly offer something for
Check out my list of the best things to do in Brno to learn why this underrated European city should be on your radar this year.
This 3 days in Vilnius itinerary will take you through the highlights of Lithuania's capital and also on a great day trip to the countryside!
Bruges is a quaint medieval city encapsulated with a full-circle canal. Quite similar to Amsterdam in many ways, but with more charm and history in my opinion. On the large cobbled market square, the tall
Are you looking for the best things to do in Albufeira, Portugal? Then keep on reading!
Travel bloggers share their favorite European cities in this epic list of the prettiest cities in Europe you should visit during your European trip!
