Learn the life of Christopher Columbus with the help of a timeline. Young historians interpret Columbus' life story from birth to death, and answer questions to reinforce comprehension. 

Concepts

christopher columbus, columbus day, early explorers, european explorers, explorers, timelines

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign the worksheet as homework after learning about Christopher Columbus, and review answers the next day in class 
• Allow early finishers to search additional information in which they can add to the timeline
• Give pupils the option to work independently or in a small group for those that require support 

Classroom Considerations

• Requires copies
• Presumes class members have experience reading horizontal timelines

Pros

• An answer column makes for easy grading or reviewing 
• The design of the timeline is clear

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.4.7 RH.6-8.7