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Westward Expansion Worksheets Lewis and Clark Social Studies Passages Task Cards
Looking for Westward Expansion activities that support reading comprehension skills? These social studies passage task cards feature important U.S. history topics such as the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Oregon Trail, Manifest Destiny, and more! Aligned with 3rd-5th grade standards, this resource is ideal for teaching about westward expansion in the United States.
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# of Pages: 20
File Type: PDF, Google Apps
Description
Looking for Westward Expansion fun activities that support reading comprehension skills? These social studies passage task cards feature important U.S. history topics such as the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Oregon Trail, Manifest Destiny, and more! Aligned with 3rd-5th grade standards, this resource is ideal for teaching about westward expansion in the United States.
What Topics are Included?
Your students will learn about:
- The Louisiana Purchase
- Lewis and Clark Expedition
- The Indian Removal Act
- The Trail of Tears
- The Texas Revolution
- The Oregon Trail
- Manifest Destiny
- The Mormon Trail
- The Mexican-American War
- The California Gold Rush
- The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
- The Forty-Niners
- The Gadsden Purchase
- The Homestead Act
- The Transcontinental Railroad
- Great Plains and Farming Innovations
- The Pony Express
- The Santa Fe Trail
- Boomtowns and Ghost Towns
- The American Dream in the West
What’s Included?
This set of task cards provides a variety of activities designed for differentiation and flexible use:
- 20 Westward Expansion Passage Task Cards featuring key facts and about a variety of related topics and concepts.
- 2 multiple-choice questions per task card that directly relate to the passage and encourage reading comprehension skill practice.
- 2 Recording Sheet Size Options for different learning needs.
- Answer Key for easy grading and self-checking.
- Digital Google Slides Version for use in distance learning or digital platforms.
- Instructions and Suggestions for Use to guide teachers in implementation.
Why Task Cards?
Task cards offer an engaging, low-prep way for students to practice reading comprehension, learn about social studies, and apply critical thinking skills. They are ideal for:
- Independent work
- Small group practice
- Centers or stations
- Homework or test prep
- Differentiated instruction for ELL/ESL students
How It Works
Students will read a short passage of an important social studies topic or concept on each task card, then answer comprehension questions tailored to enhance understanding and retention. These cards are perfect for formative assessments and can be used for both printable and digital learning.
Social Studies made Smart and Simple!
Teach about important events, ideas, and individuals while providing your students with meaningful, standards-aligned activities that are easy to implement and engaging for learners of all levels.
© Kirsten Hammond – The Southern Teach
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