A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented activity in which most or all of the information used by learners is drawn from the Web. WebQuests are designed to use learners' time well, to focus on using information rather than looking for it, and to support learners' thinking at the levels of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

This table of Web Quests is based on BC curriculum and learning outcomes. You will find a selection of projects in grade order (k-8) for various subjects, links to more Quests as well as some information on creating your own.

The model was developed in early 1995 at San Diego State University by Bernie Dodge with Tom March. For more information and additional Quests visit the Web Quest page.

Grade	Subject	Title	Critical Question/Task
K/1	Science	Sea Animals	Your cousin is coming to your house. He lives in the ocean. You need to find out what you need in order to care for him. Your cousin will be one of these animals - whale, dolphin, or shark.
1/2	Science	The Hungry Caterpillar	Use library books and web sites to become an expert on caterpillars.
1/2	CAPP	The Grouchy Ladybug	A grouchy ladybug, who is looking for a fight, disrespects everyone she meets. She finally learns good manners and how to respect others. Would you like to help the grouchy ladybug learn about herself and respecting others? It will be your quest to discover the meaning of respect and to become a ladybug expert.
2	Science	An Insect's Perspective	This lesson will allow students the opportunity to research insects using the internet. Students will be made aware of the fact that there are more kinds of insects than any other kind of animal on earth.
2/3	Social Studies	Vacation Canada Style	Create a travel brochure for one province in Canada.
2/3	Science	Bat Quest	Stellaluna became lost from her mother when she was a baby. She did not get a chance to learn about who she was. Let's help Stellaluna learn more about being a bat. It will be your quest to learn the facts about bats. You can help teach Stellaluna and others about the special qualities of being a bat.
3	Social Studies	Quest for the Crest	You have been hired as a field researcher for the Government of Canada. They are looking for brave explorers to create a new crest to showcase our great country. You will have to choose appropriate symbols that you think best represent Canada.
3	Social Studies	Canadian Treasure Hunt	Unscramble the clues to identify a Canadian location
4	Social Studies	Paddle Through Time	Grab your paddle and join the celebration. You and a group of your friends are First Nations people living in one of the territories along the rugged coast of BC. You've been invited to a huge powwow on Vancouver Island to celebrate First Nations culture. The challenge? You must travel to the powwow in the same way that you ancestors did 100s of years ago.
4	Science	Exploring Simple Machines	The machines we use every day help to make our work easier. This WebQuest will help you identify different types of simple machines so that you can invent your own machines.
4	CAPP	Run BC	Grab your running shoes! It's time to get moving!
5	Social Studies	A Forest Forever	You are part of a team deciding the fate of a forest just designated as a National Forest.
5	Science	National Resources	As a member of the Sustainable Resources Team, you and your team members will be responsible for gathering and critically evaluating information on Canada's natural resources.
5	CAPP	Up In Smoke	Learning About the Hazards of Cigarette Smoking
6	Social Studies	Japan	This WebQuest consists of 8 options for student research on Japan.
6	Social Studies	France	This WebQuest consists of 8 options for student research on France.
6	Science	Mars or the Moon	This webquest is meeting the standard for students to be able to "Discern essential ideas about the composition and structure of the universe and the Earth's place in it."
6/7	Science	Solar System	This Solar System project integrates several curriculum areas at the Grade 6/7 level. The project utilizes reading, writing, computing skills and art skills. On the technology side of things, students can make use of simple word processing, internet research and Microsoft Power Point.
7	Social Studies	Ancient Egypt	Elementary and middle students can now enjoy locating information on Ancient Egypt! Learn about Ancient Egyptian daily life, Egyptian mummies, Egyptian Hieroglyphics, King Tut (Tutankhamen), Egyptian games, and Archeology.
7	Language Arts	A Wind in the Door (Madelaine L'Engle)	Madeleine L'Engle is one of Twentieth Century America's most prolific and respected story-tellers. Her dozens of timeless tales and journals, enjoyed by young and old alike, span over half a century of writing.
8	Social Studies	Famous Women of the Renaissance	You are a member of a time-travel team. You have decided to visit the era of rebirth and discovery: the Renaissance. Your mission: observe and record.
8	Science	Chemistry Basics	A starting point for teachers who are in need of a modified chemistry unit that can be worked on independently in the classroom.