lewis and clark expedition

"Exciting illustrations follow the events of the Lewis and Clark expedition. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.

Discusses the life and accomplishments of Sacagawea.

"Sacagawea was a teenage American Indian girl who went with Lewis and Clark on their expedition to explore the West. Along the way, she had many adventures. She showed courage and poise in tough times. Her life inspired legends. This is the story of the girl behind the legend."--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations explore life with Lewis and Clark.

"Introduces students to the history and politics of the Louisiana Purchase and westward expansion while exploring the adventures and challenges faced by the Corps of Discovery on their expedition. Readers meet important historical figures, such as Thomas Jefferson, Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and Sacagawea. Primary sources allow readers to connect with historical context and place themselves in the time period"--Provided by publisher.

Offers a brief overview of the expedition of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to explore the Louisiana Territory in 1803.

A brief biography of Sacagawea, the Shoshoni woman who accompanied explorers Lewis and Clark on their expedition in the early 1800s.

"Examines the Lewis and Clark Expedition by discussing the causes leading up to it and the immediate and lasting effects it had on the nation as well as the people and places involved"--Provided by publisher.

A detailed summary of the epic journey through the western wilderness undertaken by Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and their Corps of Discovery in 1804-1806. Discusses the effects of the expedition on Native American cultures and examines its legacy in American history and imagination. Includes biographies, primary sources, and more.