If you are studying the Westward Expansion of North America, then you will certainly enjoy exploring these FREE Lewis & Clark Resources the leader and co-leader to carry out the westward expedition.
Captain Meriwether Lewis was President Thomas Jefferson’s secretary and the first to be assigned to the Corps of Discovery.
The Corps of Discovery was a 7000K mile journey (Voyage of Discovery) to explore the west of the Mississippi.
Captain Lewis, along with Captain Clark, enlisted Sacagawea to help them interpret and translate for them during the journey.
This Voyage of Discovery was essential in expanding the United States territories following the Louisiana Purchase. And in this journey led by Lewis and Clark, they discovered uncharted lands, rivers, and mountains.
They even discovered new animals like prairie dogs and Grizzly bears.
The Corps of Discovery team carefully documented the journey to report their findings. How excited would that have been? Make sure to ask your children what they think about this.
Can they imagine being the very first to discover new lands, animals, or landforms? They are sure to be excited to learn all about Lewis and Clark and their journeys.
Grab more resources to learn all about Lewis & Clark and the westward expansion.
- FREE Lewis and Clark Botany Mini- Fold Books
- Lewis and Clark Mighty Mississippi
- Free Westward Expansion Printables and Unit Study Resources: Lewis & Clark, Mocassins, Nature Study
Click here for your free printables and unit studies about Lewis and Clark.
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