Google's Geo Tools tend to be a forgotten resource. There's emphasis placed on virtual field trips and the various viewers, but there's more. When teaching, it's important to access prior knowledge and help students "see" the content. For those that may not have the funds for Google's VRs, other options are available. Check out these tools:
Google Maps
Google maps can be created and modified for any location. This is a great way to help students visualize content. Teachers in all content areas can benefit from creating a map to teach concepts. Videos and text can be added to enhance maps for students.
Google Arts & Culture
Google Arts & Culture is an online exhibit. Some of the exhibits are historical while others are directly related to art. There are cool groupings from decades and specific topics in history. A simple and free resource that all can use.
Google Lit Trips
Google Lit Trips are collections based on texts. A large number of titles are housed here and enhanced with maps already created for teacher use. The literature trips are free, but must be requested from the site.
Each one of these is free, go ahead and take them on a trip.
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