Oregon
5,149 results
Filters
Grade
Subject
Format
Resource type
Standard
Theme
Programs & methods
Supports
Oregon Trail Simulation Game - Westward Expansion Fun Activity for US History
This Oregon Trail activity simulates the obstacles faced by pioneers traveling westward. This student favorite is also a great cross-curricular activity as students have to buy supplies and manage their budget. And, it fits great into any westward expansion lesson. It includes:-47 slide Oregon Trail simulation game (PowerPoint, and Google Slide versions are included) -Oregon Trail supply price list (2 pages, also includes fillable PDF and Google Drive versions so students can type on the documen
6th - 12th
U.S. History
CCSS
RH.6-8.4
, RH.9-10.4
Oregon Trail: Simulation Game
Super engaging slideshow game to get students thinking about what life on the Oregon Trail was like. You lead the class with 13 scenarios, and students make decisions and keep track of survival points. A great way to introduce the Oregon Trail to students. It includes 42 slides, directions, and a student handout to record survival points. I use this activity with my 8 graders a few details might need to be edited if used with younger grade levels. Takes about 1 hour and best works with Googl
3rd - 12th
Social Studies
Also included in: Western Expansion Games Bundle: Oregon Trail, Gold Rush, Lewis and Clark
Oregon Trail Virtual Field Trip Digital Simulation Game Pioneer Life Activity
Take your students on a virtual field trip and make 13 stops along the Oregon Trail. Perfect for your westward expansion unit. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, video, informational text, and visuals, your students will view geographic locations and reconstructed sites along the trail as they learn about the history and significance of the Oregon Trail from multiple perspectives. Virtual field trips are great, engaging activities to add to your thematic units! Bring history
5th - 7th
Informational Text, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.6.7
, RH.6-8.4
, RH.6-8.7
Pioneer Life | Westward Expansion | California Gold Rush | Oregon Trail
Looking for resources to have Pioneer Days in your classroom? Look no further than this complete unit on pioneers, including the California Gold Rush and the Oregon Trail. This unit includes activities to stretch out Pioneer Days to a full week or pick and choose what you have time for in the classroom. INCLUDES BOTH A PRINT AND MADE FOR GOOGLE SLIDES DIGITAL VERSION.************************************************************************************************************* INCLUDES THE FO
2nd - 4th
Informational Text, U.S. History
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.B.3
, 3.MD.C.7
+27
Westward Expansion Unit Gold Rush Oregon Trail Manifest Destiny Fun Activities
Introducing our complete social studies unit on Westward Expansion, the perfect solution for upper elementary school teachers looking for a comprehensive and engaging curriculum. Our unit covers all the essential topics, including the Louisiana Purchase, Lewis and Clark, War of 1812, Indian Act Removal, new transportation and community, the Texas revolution and the Alamo, the Oregon Trail, and the Gold Rush. With a teacher guide, hands-on student activities (available in both printable and di
3rd - 5th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Pioneers Life along the Oregon Trail Westward Expansion Unit Projects Activities
Learn all about pioneer life, the Oregon Trail, and Westward movement with this complete Pioneer Interactive Notebook! These pioneer activities contain reading passages and comprehension questions, graphic organizers, and foldables. These pioneer worksheets are perfect for Pioneer Days and would be a great addition to a unit on Pioneer Cat or Little House in the Big Woods unit! ✅Be sure to check out the thumbnails and preview for a detailed description and images of exactly what is included in t
2nd - 5th
Social Studies, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.2
, RI.2.3
+39
Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit
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
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, U.S. History, Writing-Expository
Also included in: Westward Expansion Project Bundle
Oregon Trail Projects - Map and Covered Wagon
Heading West on the Oregon Trail!Project-Based Learning Resource for Upper Elementary & Middle SchoolBring westward expansion to life with this hands-on, engaging project that immerses students in the journey along the Oregon Trail! This resource blends history, geography, and critical thinking into a fun, creative activity that students will love. Check out the video for a product preview!What’s Included: A guided map project where students trace the route of the Oregon Trail, mark key stops, a
3rd - 6th
Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.3.3
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+12
STEM Engineering Challenge Pack ~ Oregon Trail Challenges ~ Set of Five!
Most elementary teachers are more comfortable and knowledgeable about themes, so I have decided to create STEM challenge packs based on specific themes, like the Oregon Trail!
This engineering challenge activity pack is one of many that I have created to use in my classroom! I sometimes place these challenges, one per table, and the students rotate around the room in order to complete them. There are no right or wrong answers, many different solutions will work! You could also rotate these c
1st - 6th
Engineering, English Language Arts, Science
The Oregon Trail Reading Comprehension Worksheet Westward Expansion
This passage describes the Oregon Trail. 22 questions (identify, true/false, and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:article (900-1000 Lexile) 22 questions- identify, true/false, multiple choice Color and BW Versions Key Included Part of my Westward Expansion Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
5th - 7th
Informational Text, Social Studies
Also included in: MEGA Social Studies Bundle Custom Bundle for Buyer
Westward Expansion Oregon Trail Social Studies Review Reading Paired Passages
Use this Westward Expansion resource in social studies or reading with 4th, 5th, and 6th grade to compare and contrast two texts on the same topic! These paired text passages explore key topics like the Oregon Trail, Pony Express, and California Gold Rush with comprehension questions and activities that can double as a Westward Expansion review or textbook alternative. This pack is perfect for integrating literacy into your Social Studies block while helping students build background knowledge
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Informational Text, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+5
Oregon Trail Game and Simulation: Pioneers Life and Westward Expansion Activity
Make history come alive with this interactive Oregon Trail, Pioneers Life, and Westward Expansion survival game and simulation! With 15 rounds and over 100 slides comprised of thoroughly researched realistic scenarios, your students will live through the adventure of pioneers traveling on the Oregon Trail right at their fingertips! It is proven students retain 90% of information if they "do" the task. Well in this simulation, they are not just learning history, but doing it! With no preparation
5th - 8th
Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
, RH.6-8.4
+2
Oregon Trail Reading Escape Room Activities Westward Expansion
This easy set-up, low prep Oregon Trail Reading Escape Challenge makes the perfect social studies and reading activity. Your students will LOVE completing this Oregon Trail escape breakout! Click on the PREVIEW above for a closer look at everything included!This escape activity is a great review and companion to the Oregon Trail Interactive Notebook and Activities Unit.HOW IT WORKS:Students will read the informational text passage about the events of the Oregon Trail, answer 16 multiple choice q
4th - 6th
ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.2
, RI.4.3
+4
Oregon Trail Puzzle Stations Activity - Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion
The Oregon Trail Puzzle Stations will get students up and moving around the classroom while they visit four stations! Students decode interesting facts about the Oregon trail, Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion. This puzzle stations activity has students reading passages and decoding a puzzle. The puzzles include ciphers, Morse code, cryptograms and a final 4 digit code based on the decoders/clues. What’s Included?✏️ 4 Reading Passages ✏️ 4 Puzzle Phrases to Decode ✏️ 4 Decoders ✏️ 4 Dif
5th - 8th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.5.10
, RH.6-8.10
Also included in: Westward Expansion ESCAPE ROOMS BUNDLE - Reading Comprehension
Westward Expansion Activities Worksheets Lewis & Clark Oregon Trail Gold Rush
Westward Expansion Activities Bundle! This bundle includes passages and activities about Lewis & Clark, Louisiana Purchase, Gold Rush, Erie Canal, Pony Express, and the Oregon Trail. This bundle has it all! It includes hands-on activities, comprehension passages, activities, maps, a pacing guide, vocabulary posters, a flip book, and unit test. This BUNDLE includes:Westward Expansion Activity Pack (PDF) Digital Version for Google ClassroomUnit TestTimeline & Bulletin Board KitBIG-MATS Activity
2nd - 5th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Western Expansion Games Bundle: Oregon Trail, Gold Rush, Lewis and Clark
These are three highly interactive games where students make decisions and gain and lose points based on those decisions. Through these games, students record their answers and learn about difficulties during this time period as the U.S. expands west. DISCLAIMER: The games are made on different platforms - The Oregon Trail game is made on GOOGLE SLIDES - Lewis and Clark is made on GOOGLE SLIDES - The Gold Rush game includes a GOOGLE SLIDES Please take a look at the lesson listing to see the
4th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Pioneer Life on the Oregon Trail Unit With Coloring Pages Activities Maps & Quiz
Learn about Pioneer life on the Oregon Trail during the Westward Expansion with this complete unit. Great resource for Pioneer Day! This unit includes reading passages, comprehension questions, activities, flip book, and coloring pages to make learning fun! With information about:The Western ExpansionThe Oregon TrailGo West, Young Man!Life on the TrailSettling Out WestPrairie Schooner Covered WagonStudents will love meeting: ✔Abigail Jane Scott, a young pioneer Activities Included: ✔Com
2nd - 4th
Informational Text, U.S. History
Ranger in Time: Rescue on the Oregon Trail (Kate Messner) Novel Study (35 pages)
* Follows Common Core Standards * This 35-page booklet-style Novel Study (a total 71 pages including answer key) is designed to follow students throughout the entire book. The questions are based on reading comprehension, strategies and skills. The novel study is designed to be enjoyable and keep the students engaged. Many different types of questions for students to think about and answer before, during, and after they finish each chapter. Types of questions include:Narrative Elements Predi
3rd - 5th
Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Reading
Manifest Destiny: Oregon Territory, Mexican-American War, California Gold Rush
Manifest Destiny: the Oregon Territory, the Mexican-American War, the California Gold Rush, and More Having trouble with the Kahoot link? They changed their links - here is the new one: https://create.kahoot.it/share/manifest-destiny-mexican-american-war-oregon-territory-california-gold-rush/9fdef15c-2938-4e5e-83a2-6925497ddb5d This lesson teaches students about Manifest Destiny and its impact on America. The major themes of this lesson are the dispute over the Oregon Territory, the Mexican-A
4th - 11th
Government, Native Americans, U.S. History
Also included in: Early US History Bundle: 1492 - Civil War
Movement Westward Full Class Game Oregon Trail, Gold Rush 49ers, Mormon Trail
You know how you students ask if "we're going to do anything fun today/" This is the day people! This game is hysterical, and students learn all about movement westward. It's a win win. With this game, students play as Oregon trail pioneers, Mormon pioneers, or 49ers. This game is played together as a full class. Students from each group stand in front of the class and read each card to the class. Some are simple and students may move forward or backward on the game board. Others involve fun ph
5th - 8th
Social Studies, U.S. History
The Oregon Trail Activities Reading Comprehension Worksheets Westward Expansion
This mini-unit is the perfect addition to accompany your unit on the Westward Expansion or the Oregon Trail. It includes the following activities: ⭐A fact sheet that comes in full color and BW ⭐Comprehension Questions ⭐A flip book (5-pages) ⭐A Vocabulary Poster The 5-page flip book has activities with a map, timeline, important tools, and fill in the blanks all related to the Oregon Trail. Visual directions for making the flip books are included. Flip books are fun and valuable learning too
2nd - 4th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
The Oregon Trail Activity and Lesson Pioneer Life Westward Expansion Worksheets
Your students will love learning about the Oregon Trail with this fun interactive packet. The hands-on activities, including a mini book, packing the wagon simulation, map, bulletin board, and more, will help your students learn and understand the history of the Oregon Trail! Click the PREVIEW to see everything included in this resource!Click here and SAVE 20% by buying ALL 15 Social Studies Interactive Notebooks and Mini Units in one Year-Long Bundle.This resource includes both a printable ver
3rd - 6th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Pioneers on the American Frontier, Oregon Trail, Westward Expansion 2nd Grade
This unit of study covers the Oregon Trail , the journey, and the role of children. It contains a variety of activities and skills including comprehension work, map skills, fact and opinion, vocabulary, and hands-on activities. It also contains a compare and contrast regarding today's travel with the pioneers, pioneer children, Native Americans, analyzing, pioneer housing, and much more. This is an engaging unit for 2nd and 3rd graders and is written in an easy way for all students to under
2nd - 3rd
Informational Text, U.S. History, Vocabulary
Oregon Trail Doodle Notes Map | Westward Expansion Worksheet for US History
These Oregon Trail Doodle Notes are an engaging and visual way for students to learn about the Oregon Trail. Students will learn about push and pull factors, key information and important vocabulary as they follow the route of the trail on the map. This print and go Doodle Notes set comes already differentiated with 4 different Doodle Notes options so you can use the same lesson with all of your students. There's a blank version for students who don't need support, a fill in the blank
6th - 11th
Other (Social Studies), U.S. History
CCSS
RH.6-8.4
, RH.9-10.4
, RH.11-12.4
Showing 1-24 of 5,149 results
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands