Teaching Strategy
Human Timeline
Use this interactive timeline activity to help students understand and remember the chronology of events.
At a Glance
Language
English — USSubject
- English & Language Arts
- History
- Social Studies
Grade
6–12Overview
What Is a Human Timeline?
A Human Timeline activity requires students to learn about a particular event and then line up with peers according to their events’ chronology. This strategy uses movement to help students understand and remember the order of events.
Lesson Plans
How to Do a Human Timeline Activity
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