🧭 Time Rift The Scholar’s Hunt
Objective
Students will research the historical context of a Time Rift card and deliver a brief presentation that highlights its significance, origin, and connection to broader historical themes.
Duration
30–45 minutes total
- Research: 20–25 minutes
- Presentations: 10–15 minutes (1–2 minutes per student or team)
Materials
- Time Rift cards (Champions, Artifacts, Events)
- Access to internet or classroom resources
- Presentation materials (optional: index cards, slides, posters)
Procedure
1. Card Assignment (5 min)
- Each student (or pair) receives one Time Rift card.
- Cards may be randomly distributed or selected from a curated set.
2. Research Phase (20–25 min)
Students investigate:
- Approximate date or era
- Region or culture of origin
- Historical significance or use
- One surprising or lesser-known fact
- Optional: how this card might interact with others in gameplay or history
3. Presentation Phase (10–15 min)
Each student gives a short (1–2 minute) presentation:
- Introduce the card
- Share key findings
- Explain why it’s historically interesting or relevant
- Optional: pose a question to the class (e.g., “What other cultures used similar tools?”)
Formative Assessment
- Observe research process and note engagement
- Use a checklist:
- Did the student identify time and place?
- Did they explain significance?
- Did they share a unique insight or question?
Summative Assessment
- Students submit a short written summary (3–5 sentences) of their card’s history and relevance
- Optional rubric:
- Accuracy of historical info
- Clarity of presentation
- Depth of insight or connection
🕰️ Time Rift Card Research Worksheet
Step 1: Card Information
- Card Name: __________________________
- Card Type: Champion / Artifact / Event
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Step 2: Research Notes
- Approximate Date / Era: __________________________
- Region / Culture: __________________________
- Historical Significance: ______________________________________________________
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- Surprising or Lesser-Known Fact: _____________________________________________
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Step 3: Presentation Prep
- Key Idea (1–2 sentences): ____________________________________________________
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- Why is this card historically interesting or relevant? ___________________________
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- Question for the Class: _______________________________________________________
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Step 4: Reflection (Exit Slip)
- One thing I learned while researching this card: __________________________________
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- One connection I see to another card or culture: _________________________________
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