Interactive timelines or models are one way to nurture digital competency in the social sciences. In this project, students will write and record text related to historic events. This part could be done in their social sciences or language classes. Then they will record and program their project using free Scratch software.

Interactive timelines can include multiple languages and be used for a wide range of topics including local history.

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Teacher’s Guide
Student Slide Deck
Student Workbook
Video Overview (for students)

Did you know that LEARN has an Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada giant floor map (which was created by Canadian Geographic and numerous Indigenous and ally educators and organizations)? The atlas is surrounded by a timeline that can be used as inspiration for creating interactive timelines. Students can select points of interest on the atlas and research information created by Indigenous-led or ally organizations.  They can then create an interactive timeline containing information about the events that interested them and share their timelines with others. This project could support your school’s Truth and Reconciliation efforts. Here is a pamphlet to learn more about the atlas and how to book it for your school.

Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada: Interactive Timelines Activity Inspiration