Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to demonstrate skills of historical inquiry and communication through fun activities.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, pencils, coloring materials, and access to a computer or books with historical information.

Prep: Familiarize yourself with some interesting historical facts and stories to share with your student.

Activities

1. Create a timeline: Draw a timeline on a large piece of paper and fill it in with important historical events, such as when dinosaurs roamed the earth, when humans invented the wheel, or when the first man landed on the moon.

2. Dress up as a historical figure: Choose a historical figure that interests you, create a simple costume, and act out a short scene from their life.

3. Research a historical mystery: Pick a historical mystery like the disappearance of Amelia Earhart or the building of Stonehenge, and try to come up with your own theories about what happened.

Talking Points

• History is like a big story about things that happened a long time ago. It helps us understand how the world we live in today came to be.
• Historical inquiry means asking questions about the past and trying to find answers. It's like being a detective who solves mysteries from long ago.
• Communication in history is about sharing what we learn with others. We can tell stories, draw pictures, or even act out scenes to help others understand the past.