Life on the Oregon Trail

4th Grade

Welcome, pioneers! In this lesson, you’ll explore what life was like for families traveling west during the mid-1800s on the Oregon Trail. You’ll use real historical sources to answer our essential question: What was life really like for families traveling on the Oregon Trail?

What we'll learn:

 

  • Why settlers traveled.

  • Hardships and daily life.

  • The impact of westward migration on Native Americans.

  • Decisions/survival skills.

 

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