This lesson is designed to review the purpose of the Santa Fe and Oregon Trails. The students will also expand their knowledge of each trail and put a plan together for a trip on each trail. This plan will include a packing list for their wagons. The students will use primary sources to help form their plans and packing list.
Recommended level: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
1. The Oregon and Santa Fe Trails: Purpose and History
2. Planning Your Trail Journey