Louisiana Purchase Lewis and Clark - Grade 7 Learning path

Louisiana Purchase Lewis and Clark - Grade 7

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Louisiana Purchase Lewis and Clark - Grade 7

Explore the geography, routes, and key historical landmarks of the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark expedition. Learn about natural landforms, Native American nations, seasonal challenges, and the lasting impact of the Corps of Discovery.

Exercises in this learning path

15 exercises
  1. 1

    Geography of the Louisiana Territory - Rivers and Waterways

    Examine the major rivers and waterways that defined the geography of the Louisiana Territory.

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  2. 2

    Geographic Boundaries of the Louisiana Purchase

    Learn about the geographic boundaries that established the territorial limits of the Louisiana Purchase.

    10 minutes

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  3. 3

    Natural Features and Landforms of the Purchase

    Discover the varied natural features and landforms found across the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase region.

    10 minutes

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  4. 4

    Path of the Corps of Discovery - Missouri River Route

    Study the Missouri River route taken by the Corps of Discovery during their historic journey.

    10 minutes

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  5. 5

    Crossing the Continental Divide and Rocky Mountains

    Explore the challenges and geographic routes involved in crossing the Continental Divide and the Rocky Mountains.

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  6. 6

    The Pacific Coast and Columbia River Expedition

    Investigate the final stretch of the expedition along the Columbia River to the Pacific Coast.

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  7. 7

    Native American Nations and Geography Encountered

    Learn about the different Native American nations and geographical regions encountered by the expedition.

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  8. 8

    Flora, Fauna, and Mapping the Wilderness

    Focus on the documentation of plant and animal life alongside efforts to map the surrounding wilderness.

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  9. 9

    Strategic Importance of New Orleans and Mississippi River

    Examine why New Orleans and the Mississippi River held critical strategic and economic importance.

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  10. 10

    Key Stops and Landmarks of Lewis and Clark

    Identify key stops and significant landmarks recorded throughout the Lewis and Clark expedition.

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  11. 11

    Weather, Climate, and Seasonal Challenges

    Understand how weather, climate conditions, and seasonal changes created obstacles for the explorers.

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  12. 12

    Thomas Jefferson's Instructions and Geographic Goals

    Review President Thomas Jefferson's specific instructions and geographic objectives for the western expedition.

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  13. 13

    Sacagawea and Native Guides' Geographic Assistance

    Explore the essential geographic assistance provided by Sacagawea and other Native guides during the journey.

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  14. 14

    Fort Mandan to Fort Clatsop - The Overland Journey

    Trace the overland path and key events between Fort Mandan and Fort Clatsop.

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  15. 15

    Legacy of the Expedition and Post-Purchase Geography

    Assess the lasting legacy of the expedition and how it shaped geography after the Louisiana Purchase.

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