Teacher Notes
This activity is designed to be used in conjunction with and at the end of the Pioneer unit, after reading the Wagon Wheels book,and after much discussion of the characteristics and obstacles of pioneers. While there are hardships involved, why do people continue to want to explore new places?
Unit Plan for Pioneers, Grade 2
Additional resources for teachers about the Oregon Trail:
See another WebQuest on the Oregon Trail
Education Place Site Index (Houghton Mifflin)
Teacher Guide to Hattie's Diary
Additional resources about NASA/ space and
aeronautics:Live video feeds of shuttle countdown
Additional information on creating webquests and integrating technology in the classroom: