Travel the USA - New York State Facts and Trivia
During this one time class we will explore the geography, history, famous landmarks, wildlife and notable people from New York State while learning some new trivia. #academic
Mrs. Bausch, M. Ed.
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What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursAssessment
An online game of Kahoot will provide a fun way to review information as well as discuss new facts.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Are you ready for a road trip? Join me as we explore New York State together. From the bustling streets of Manhattan to the serene Adirondack Mountains to the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, there are facts for everyone to learn about this diverse and beautiful state. We'll learn about some of the geography, wildlife and history as well as people and places that impact the state. Using photographs, Google slides and the National Geographic Kids website, our knowledge of the Empire State will grow. After learning new facts, we'll spend the rest of our time together learning New York State trivia through a game of Kahoot. Together, let's embark on an virtual and educational road trip.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to identify landforms, locations, wildlife and famous people of New York State.
Learners will understand the diversity of New York State and general facts about the region.
Learners will comprehend trivia facts that impact life in New York State during a game of Kahoot.
Other Details
Supply List
A website link will be provided to National Geographic Kids as a visual lesson enhancement. Learners will also need to access the website for the Kahoot review game.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Sources:
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/states/new-york/
https://www.dos.ny.gov/kids_room/508/fun2_facts.html
"Fifty States- All you Need to Know" by Baird, Brousseau, & Rose
Joined August, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Bachelor's Degree in History
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education
Master's Degree in Education
Twelve years experience teaching Social Studies in a public school
Teaching Certification in Social Studies grades 6-12
Teaching Certification in Middle School Science grades 6-8
Course work in Gifted Education from UC Berkeley at Irvine
Museum Studies courses from Johns Hopkins University
Significant travel in New York State and lived in Western New York for four yearsReviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 19 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-8 learners per class
