US History Webquests

What is a Web Quest? - A WebQuest is an inquiry-based learning activity where most or all of the information used by students is found online. The teacher usually has to do some work by uploading lesson plans and information online and providing links necessary to complete the quest. From this information, the student is able to focus on the material rather than spend time looking for it. Traditionally, WebQuests are made up of five parts, (Introduction, Task, Process, Evaluation and Conclusion) which promotes critical thinking at the levels of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

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The Constitution Webquest - The Constitution for Kids website provides information about the laws of our country and the history of our Constitution that is easy to understand. Answer somequestions using the website. Can be adapted for elementary school through high school.


Jamestown Online Adventure - In 1606, some 105 adventurers set off from England to try and establish the first permanent English colony in the New World. They settled in what is now the state of Virginia and called their colony first James Fort, and then James Towne, in honor of James I, the King of England. The early years of the colony were nearly a total disaster. Almost half of the settlers died due to poor choices in settlement location, management of resources, and quarrels with the indigenous Powhatan Indians. Your are the Captain of the Jamestown Colony


Colonial Era WebQuest 1499-1763 - European nations came to the Americas to increase their wealth and broaden their influence over world affairs. The Spanish were among the first Europeans to explore the New World and the first to settle in what is now the United States. By 1650, however, England had established a dominant presence on the Atlantic coast. The first colony was founded at Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607. Many of the people who settled in the New World came to escape religious persecution. The Pilgrims founders of Plymouth, Massachusetts, arrived in 1620. In both Virginia and Massachusetts, the colonists flourished with assistance from Native Americans

Daily LIfe and Diversity in 18th Century Philadelphia - In this education program, students will develop an understanding of daily life in 18th century Philadelphia by exploring the people, material culture, and larger historical context related to four specific households. Including James Madison's wife, Dolley Payne Todd.


Abraham Lincoln: Crooked man or just a crooked bowtie? - This WebQuest was designed to help the students learn more in-depth information about our sixteenth President, Abraham Lincoln. This lesson provides students with interesting facts and more knowledge about Lincoln then the classroom textbook can provide.

The Impeachment of Andrew Johnson - A simulation game giving President Andrew Johnson a retrial. First hand documents are used. The students will take on the roles of the key players in this great historical event.


The Civil War Quest - A great WebQuest with links to lots of information about the Civil War. Students are engaged by having to solve a problem and must use a Time Warp.


American Immigration: Past and Present - America is a melting pot of diverse people from different regions around the world. Our country is rich with culture because of the many influences from all over the planet. How do we have such a diverse population?
What regions did our ancestors come from?
How were they able to settle here?

Colonial Williamsburg WebQuest - This is a WebQuest about the lives of those living in Colonial Williamsburg You will be able to journey down the main street in Colonial Williamsburg and see the homes, stores, and government buildings that line the street and discover more about the life and times of the people living in Colonial Williamsburg.

Crazy About Colonial Times - This WebQuest is a challenge for several reasons. First, you will learn how to navigate a WebQuest, second, you will research lots of information about colonial times, and third, you will become a reporter for our colonial newspaper 'The Colonial Times!

Do You Want to be President? - It is an election year. You and your team have been asked by your political party to help them elect the next President of the United States. There is no incumbent running in this election and the Vice President is not seeking the nomination of the party. This is a special year. This is the year that you can make a difference!

Free Gold! - A Gold Rush WebQuest - It is 1849. You are tired of not having enough money and food. You want to do something that will make things better for you and your family. Well... what you can do? You've seen posters saying that if you make the trip to California, FREE GOLD IS EVERYWHERE! So you decide to make the trip and stake your claim to fame and fortune!

Johnstown Flood WebQuest - Your outside playing in the yard on a beautiful spring day. There are a few storm clouds in the distance and a light drizzle It is only mid-afternoon, but the clouds darken the sky and the rain starts to increase, you go inside. The drizzle turns into a violent storm and water has started to fill your street. As thunder booms loudly and lightning streaks across the sky, your heart begins to pound in fear. You realize that there is something odd about this storm. It seems scarier than any other storm.

(4th Grade)

Meet Your New President - This web quest will challenge the idea of informed voting, by eliminating political parties, and presenting just the candidate and their contributions to the betterment of society.

The American Civil War - You and your team will examine the Civil War by looking at several different perspectives those living through the war. Your job will be to analyze your individual and gain an understanding on their beliefs and feelings while looking at how the war effected them. Will the points of view be similar? Will they conflict?

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