Rhythm and Movement in Learning About the 13 Original Colonies

Candace Haggard, a seasoned middle school teacher, shares her innovative approach to teaching the 13 original colonies through a 'colonial rap.' She explains how this method engages students and helps them remember the colonies in order from south to north. The video includes a demonstration of the rap, encouraging students to participate and practice together, making learning fun and memorable.

What was the main challenge Candace Haggard faced with her students?

• Students were not participating in sports activities.

• Students were not attending classes regularly.

• Students were not interested in reading history chapters.

• Students were not submitting their homework on time.

What creative method did Candace Haggard introduce to teach the 13 original colonies?

• A colonial play

• A colonial song

• A colonial rap

• A colonial dance

In the 'Colonial Rap', which colony is represented by standing on Georgia?

• Maryland

• Virginia

• South Carolina

• Georgia

How is the state of Virginia represented in the 'Colonial Rap'?

• By forming a V with fingers

• By forming a V with legs

• By forming a V with hands

• By forming a V with arms

Which state is represented by a bow tie in the 'Colonial Rap'?

• Delaware

• Maryland

• New Jersey

• Pennsylvania

What is the unique feature of the states New York, New Jersey, and New Hampshire in the 'Colonial Rap'?

• They are called the New Trio

• They are called the New Triplet

• They are called the New Trio States

• They are called the New Triple

How is Connecticut represented in the 'Colonial Rap'?

• By pointing to the nose

• By forming a C with arms

• By forming a C with hands

• By rounding the face

Which part of the face represents Rhode Island in the 'Colonial Rap'?

• The mouth

• The nose

• The ears

• The eyes

What is the final state mentioned in the 'Colonial Rap'?

• Connecticut

• New Hampshire

• Rhode Island

• Massachusetts

What is the main goal of using the 'Colonial Rap' in teaching?

• To make students memorize the colonies

• To make learning fun and engaging

• To improve students' singing skills

• To prepare students for a dance competition