In their own words lewis and clark scholastic books

How we crossed the west, the adventures of lewis and clark this is a book that tries to be both a picture book and a history book, and it succeeds at both. In their own words, recorded in the famous journals of lewis and clark, the members of the corps of discovery tell their story with an immediacy and power missing from secondhand accounts. This book tells the exciting story of lewis and clark s famous expedition west, drawing on the explorers journals and other primary sources. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. Louis, missouri, to the pacific ocean and back again. Young sacajawea has been asked to join lewis and clark in their exploration of the american west. This fascinating chapter book series brings to readers complete biographies of important historical figures. Book title author genre recommended grade scholastic reading level abraham lincoln schott, j. Scholastic book title author genre recommended reading. Stephen ambrose, a preeminent historian, expertly fills in gaps from the personal accounts of lewis and clark, giving insight into their companions on the journey and the backdrop of the thenuncharted american west. A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. Scholastic books from this publisher isbns begin with.

Books are subject to change, contains violence format. Use our teachers guide to help your students understand the importance of westward expansion. Many products and services offer lexile measures for their books and reading materials. This book recounts the story of the lewis and clark expedition to explore the uncharted western wilderness. The scholastic editors have used their best judgment when placing books in the below, on, and abovelevel categories. The in their own words book series by multiple authors includes books lewis and clark, in their own words abraham lincoln, in their own words christopher columbus, and several more. Readers will hear adventures and discover wellknown moments in history as if they were really there. Resources developed by teachers and curriculum specialists, vetted by scholastic.

Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Lewis and clark is a book about two men who explored the western united states between 1804 and 1806 in search for new land. Lewis and clark in their own words by george sullivan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lewis and clark in their own words series sullivan, george biography 3 4 5 4. An individual teacher may choose to reassign a book to a different individual or group of students based on his or her own judgment. Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars. Native americans, wild animals, and the rocky mountains all had to be encountered before they reached their goal.

This captivating novel, which is told in alternating points of view by sacajawea herself and by william clark provides an intimate glimpse into what it would have. As a translator, peacemaker, caretaker, and guide, sacajawea alone will make the historic journey of lewis and clark possible. We are working with the hundreds of companies that partner with us to transition them to the more precise lexile measures. William clark s journal entry for may 14, 1804, marks the day that lewis and clark set out on their twoyear journey from st.

It began in pittsburgh, pennsylvania, made its way westward, and crossed the continental divide of the americas before reaching the pacific coast. Lewis and clark 99 edition 9780439147491 by george e. Each book uses a variety of sources, such as letters and documents featuring the actual words of the subjects themselves. Lewis and clark by george sullivan, paperback barnes. Click to read more about lewis and clark by george sullivan. When explorers lewis and clark set off on a mission ordered by president thomas jefferson, incredible hardships in an unknown wilderness became their destiny. The journals of lewis and clark walker, 1993, and for an excellent, accessible history, rhoda blumbergs the incredible journey of lewis and clark morrow, 1995 is hard to beat. Janey levy draws from primary source materials to provide insight into the journey of meriwether lewis and william clark, from preparing for the expedition to crossing the great divide to their trip home.

Lewis and clark in their own words by janey levy on. Meriwether lewis, thomas jefferson, and the opening of the american west isbn 0684811073, written by stephen ambrose, is a 1996 biography of meriwether lewis of the lewis and clark expedition. For a title on lewis and clark that is truly in their own words see peter and connie roops off the map. Their names were meriwether lewis and william clark. The book is based on journals and letters written by lewis, william clark, thomas jefferson and the members of the corps of discovery. In their own words by george sullivan perfect for reading and reports, this series documents important historical figures using their own journals, art, and other primary sources. Lewis and clark tells the exciting story of the lives of these explorers using the journals they kept on their journey west william clark s journal entry for may 14, 1804, marks the day that lewis and clark set out on their twoyear journey from. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store coupons amazonbasics. Lewis and clark tells the exciting story of the lives of these explorers using the journals they kept on their journey west william clark s journal entry for may 14, 1804, marks the day that lewis and clark set out on their twoyear journey from st. George sullivan, author of lewis and clark, on librarything.

Be a reporter, test your packing smarts, and relive their adventure. See the complete in their own words series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Short chapters, large print, simple vocabulary, straightforward narrative, and attractive illustrations, as well as the addition of the subjects own words, make in their own words fine choices for earlygrade biographies. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience.

Booklist explore classroom activities, puzzles, teacher resources and enrichment pdfs for this book. Activity sheets, lesson plans, and more, covering all subjects and themes. Independent reading classroom library 4 scholastic. The back of beyond by andy russell bowen a picture book of lewis and clark by david a. List of books stored in books the isbn of which begins with the publisherspecific prefix 9780439. During their voyage of discovery, lewis and clark accomplished many exciting things. The journal of lewis and clarke 1840 by meriwether lewis 1774 1809 and william clark 1770 1838 genres. The lewis and clark expedition from august 31, 1803 to september 25, 1806, also known as the corps of discovery expedition, was the first expedition to cross the western portion of the united states. Learn about lewis and clark and their important venture westward. Using journal entries from lewis, clark, and four other men of the party, the true story of this 1804 expedition springs to life as these men record in their own words the excitement of new discoveries, their dangers from indians, and the thrill of succeeding in a mission thought by many to be impossible. Dangerous endeavor is an exciting firsthand account of the famous lewis and clark expedition.

Thomas jefferson, who was president at the time, recruited them to discover the land of the louisiana purchase. The journal of lewis and clarke 1840 by meriwether lewis. Comes with a crossword puzzle to boost comprehension and vocabulary. Short chapters, large print, simple vocabulary, straightforward narrative, and. George sullivan recounts the story of the lewis and clark expedition to explore the uncharted western wilderness, placing it in its historical context. Considered the definitive telling of the lewis and clark expedition, undaunted courage is based largely on the two mens diaries. Even if lewis and clark were nowhere near your home, reading an excerpt from their journal and recreating some measure of one days journey in a nearby park.