Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit – This creative and hands-on project is a wonderful opportunity for students to show their understanding of pioneers moving west. Learners will create a covered wagon out of construction paper, cardboard, and a shoebox. The bonnet of the wagon will include: • A map of the Oregon or California Trail • A model of a labeled wagon • A list of chores on the trail • A list of entertainment on the trail • Pictures and captions of 4 major landmarks In addition, learners will draw and cutout models of items pioneers brought with them to travel west. This packet includes… • Introduction to Project Handout • Wagon Checklist • Scoring Rubric • Wagon Construction Directions • Title for Wagon • Completed Map and Blank Student Map • Labeled Wagon and Blank Student Wagon • List of Chores on the Trail • List of Entertainment on the Trail • Landmark Frames Please come back and check out MY STORE for additional resources. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CHECK OUT THESE OTHER WESTWARD EXPANSION PROJECTS (click on each to view): Westward Expansion Project Menu Oregon Trail Journal Moving West Bundle The ABC’s of Moving West Books * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Please click the "Follow Me" link located under my picture and store name on the right-hand column of this page to keep updated on all my new offerings! You can also learn more by visiting…. Facebook Pinterest Simon Says School Blog