This is your culminating activity for our study of westward expansion. Welcome to your first project based learning activity. Your job is to describe the connection and give important information abo. Native americans for kids explore various tribes as you create free printable book.
In addition, create a file folder display showing important facts, maps. It was a fact of life that every american had experienced during this period. I would read aloud or students would take turns during popcorn reading. It came in on time and was a great resource to have. I do projects like these in our courtyard, when possible. The story of the united states has always been one of westward expansion, beginning along the east coast and continuing, often by leaps and bounds, until it reached the pacificwhat theodore roosevelt described as the great leap westward. Matthew martinez 4 a andrew jackson 7th president of the united states18291839 he was a staunch champion of states rights against federalism, and his administration was marked by expansion in texas, wars with the indians and his rejection of the bank of the united states. I love project based learning, and i also love love love teaching about westward expansion. With this project, students will demonstrate their knowledge of the history of topics and concepts related to the westward expansion of the united states, in an abc. The homestead act provided free land to many people who wanted to move westward. Westward expansion abc book research project by java stitch.
Teach the westward expansion through the alphabet with this a to z vocabulary book. Westward expansion interactive notebook unit splash. Westward expansion map from i 425359 is part of westward expansion map. Participate in shared research and writing projects e. Our free westward expansion history unit has everything you need to make. Kids learn about the history of the westward expansion and the old west of the united states as pioneers settled. Discover librarianselected research resources on western expansion from the questia online library, including fulltext online books, academic journals, magazines, newspapers and more. Kids learn about the history of the westward expansion and the old west of the united states as pioneers settled the west as the country expanded.
Map of westward expansion of the united states unit 7 performancebased assessment resources copy of unit 7 performance based assessment copy of unit 7 performance based assessment rubric links to website for ken burns the west empire upon the trails speck of the future death runs riot the grandest enterprise under god videos. Westward expansion and manifest destiny for kids the notion of the manifest destiny of the united states was that the occupation the whole continent of north america, was a divine right of the american people. This book, westward expansion, is a collaborative work between three american history classes from spirit lake, iowa. X, young brigham, z after joseph smith was murdered, brigham young took over as head of the mormons he decided that the mormons should move to escape persecution and find religious freedom young guided the mormons to. I already know what im doing for my project, but i need two more ideas other than the ones i have. The westward expansion a to z book by learning with lindsey tpt. The belief that settlers were destined to expand to the west is often referred to as manifest destiny. Analyze the impact of westward expansion on the united states economy. I have to do a nowthen project, where i have examples of how things have changed since the westward expansion era.
Wagon wheels by barbara brenner a book about the muldies, black pioneers who settled at least for a little while in a community called nicodemus, kansas. I would suggest it to anyone who wants to learn more about westward expansion on an elementary school level. Access 3 different reading levels perfect for grades 38. Westward expansion was the 19thcentury movement of settlers, agriculture and industry into the american west. One of the biggest issues facing the move west was the destruction of the buffalo. After you complete your individual role research, you will then come together and build your very first newspaper edition by following the template that is provided. By 1840 almost 7 million americans had migrated westward in hopes of securing land and being prosperous. Between 1800 and 1850 the united states went through a dramatic period of changes to become a nation more like we know it today. When it appeared in 1949, the first edition of ray allen billingtons westward expansion set a new standard for scholarship in western american history, and the book s reputation among historians, scholars, and students grew through four subsequent editions. The boys have quite an adventure along with very hard times.
Our study of the civil war and westward expansion era is an opportunity for you to do some independent study on topics of interest to you. Ten westward expansion lessons in this packed 317 page american history resource feature nonfiction informational text balanced with a mix of engaging handson activities, and interactive notebook assignments exploring the louisiana purchase, lewis and clark expedition, gold rush, famous trails west, and conflicts such as the texas revolution and mexican war. In 1803 the louisiana purchase took place, doubling the size of the country. The acquisition of hawaii and alaska, though not usually included in discussions of americans expanding their nation westward.
Another option is to create an abc book where students. My examples so far are transportation, housing, food, and the role that. Unit 7 westward expansion mentor memorial middle school. The 1790s 1850s saw a major expansion of the united states. It may have creases on the cover and some folded pages. Little house on the praire books will enable my students to form minibook clubs based on levels in which to discuss ideas and themes of early american life and westward expansion.
Each one of you are working for a brand new newspaper company in the early 19th century and you will chronicle the major events in the market economy and westward expansion. Each of the following alphabetical words is connected somehow to the westward expansion. Please email me if you should need them and i will email them to you. Email embed facebook twitter classroom upgrade to pro today. Westward expansion of the united states activities. The westward expansion a to z book by learning with. Westward expansion the front of this upper table mesa home directly faces the flatirons. They are determined and diligent, though more than a few have yet to discover the magic of getting lost in a book.
List of books and articles about western expansion. Aug 10, 2015 abcs of moving west project this research based project is perfect for teaching westward expansion. Talk about the items that would have been loaded on the vehicle, and how many people would fit along with their supplies. Oregon trail alphabet book project for westward expansion unit. This is a subproject for the afro, africans throughout the americas master project and the u.
From gun slingers, bank robbers, and cowboys to presidents, soldiers and native american leaders, westward expansion. Oct 17, 2015 turn your classroom into a wagon train as you travel west on the oregon trail. This could also turn into a lesson on area using onefoot square pieces of paper arranged in the correct dimensions. Every action taken by people, large or small, has an enormous impact, not just on ourselves, but also on everyone that we come into contact with. The native americans were removed from their lands during westward expansion, and were forced onto reserves. Athome learning to continue through the end of the 20192020 school year. Your job is to describe the connection and give important information about the vocabulary word. We reinvented the dark and confined 70s trilevel into a bright, spacious, and open home that celebrates its.
Western expansion abc book project for grades 38 by sims. One of the important events during his presidency was the notion of the manifest destiny of the united states and the continuance of the westward expansion. The premium pro 50 gb plan gives you the option to download a copy of your binder to your local machine. Little house on the praire books will enable my students to form mini book clubs based on levels in which to discuss ideas and themes of early american life and westward expansion. You and your guildmates are getting ready to start out on an exciting trip.
For the indian groups who lived there, the region was the center of the world that they knew. Learn about 28 colorful characters who made their marks in western history. Westward expansion and native americans powerpoint note. Here youll find a collection of activities to help you explore westward expansion with your young learners. Below are the documents needed to complete your notebook for unit 3 westward expansion this units power points are too large to upload. When you return from you travels in the 19th century you and. Learn about the louisiana purchase, manifest destiny, the gold rush and more. This abridgment and revision of billington and martin ridges fifth edition, with a new introduction and additional scholarship by ridge. Start studying westward expansion 6th grade us history 1.
The front of this upper table mesa home directly faces the flatirons. Book has internalexternal wear andor highlighting and underlining. Explain that westward expansion meant displacement of native. Westward expansion timeline for kids james polk was the 11th american president who served in office from march 4, 1845 to march 4, 1849. Westward expansion abc book by kasia paszek on prezi. Gain instant access to this beautifully designed unit on westward expansion, where kids will learn all about the united states in 1815, trails west, the race to california, and more. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Your job over the next 2 weeks will be to research, then complete 26 projects from the list below. For this project, you will pretend to be a western pioneer striving to fulfill your dream of western land ownership. Oregon trail project this fun and engaging project asks students to work in groups to create an abc book about the oregon trail and westward expansion.
This project is about blacks of the old west outside of the original coloniesstates. This product is a cumulative project that students create during and after a study of western expansion. Students had just finished a social studies unit about the westward expansion. Create a model of something from the lewis and clark expedition and be prepared to share everything you can about why the model is important. Previously, this area of the house was a shed roof with no connection to the outside. A to z encyclopedia of westward expansion by kennedy simpson. Your journal should reflect the goals, hopes, and dreams of the nation to increase both the westward movement of settlers and the territorial expansion of the united states. As a student teacher i needed this book for a unit on westward expansion. Manifest destiny was based on the belief of cultural and racial superiority over other nations and the obligation to bring enlightenment and civilization to other races like the native. Biographies paints a fascinating picture of the wild west through the eventful accounts of the people who lived in these interesting times. Westward expansion 6th grade us history 1 flashcards. So the expansion of slavery, which became the major political question of the 1850s, was not just a political issue. Most have never heard of westward expansion before let alone.
During his tenure, americas territory grew by more than onethird and extended across the continent for the first time. Western expansion of the united states via online maps. What was the impact on westward expansion on native american tribes. Chapter 6, section 3 transforming the west chapter 6, section 2 westward expansion and american indians. Westward expansion unit to other units that may not directly pertain. How did early american pioneers decide what to take with them on their journeys, and what was their traveling experience like. Create fun and engaging abc books to learn how the pioneers. We can divide the events that led to this expansion into four different categories. Newsela is an instructional content platform that supercharges reading engagement and learning in every subject. Educational articles for teachers, students, and schools including daily life on the frontier, gold rush, pony express, timeline, glossary, and people. My examples so far are transportation, housing, food, and the role that women played.
Westward expansion wikibooks, open books for an open world. When it appeared in 1949, the first edition of ray allen billingtons westward expansion set a new standard for scholarship in western american history, and the books reputation among historians, scholars, and students grew through four subsequent editions. The westward expansion of the united states was closely related to the concept of manifest destiny, which many used as justification for americas territorial expansion the story of westward expansion involved settlers moving onto land already occupied by native americans. To do this, my students create abc books of the oregon trail. Assessment plan my assessment plan outlines the various types of assessment that will be used throughout this unit, as well as the logic behind them. A to z encyclopedia of westward expansion by kennedy.
See more ideas about westward expansion, 4th grade social studies and social studies. Westward expansion timeline for kids american historama. This emergent reader little book will help young students practice early reading skills, while learning about the life cycle of a frog. This powerpoint goes above and beyond what we cover in class. Southern arizona i n this section, you will read about the experiences of groups in a region that is, today, southern arizona. Oregon trail alphabet book project for westward expansion unit tpt. All items ship monday friday within 23 business days.
Westward expansion provides me with wonderful period music. Discover the past with fun projects, games, activities, and recipes. Social studies worksheets social studies projects 3rd grade social. Students are asked to create an abc book about western expansion, in these parts. Toffenetti has also done the abc book project with second graders. Archived on history map and published on may 2019 by dom newt. Westward expansion and the old west for kids ducksters.
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