The Lewis and Clark Expedition: Separating Fact from Fiction

by Matt Chandler

Overview

In 1803, the United States made a deal to purchase a big area of land called the Lousiana Territory. Soon after, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark were asked to lead an expedition into the American Northwest to explore the new land. After the journey, many stories were told about it—but not all of them are true. Discover what’s real and what’s fiction about the expedition through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781666339598
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2023
Series:	Fact vs. Fiction in U.S. History
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	840L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

Matt Chandler is the author of more than 60 books for children and thousands of articles published in newspapers and magazines. He writes mostly nonfiction books with a focus on sports, ghosts and haunted places, and graphic novels. Matt lives in New York.

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 The Louisiana Purchase 6

Chapter 2 The Indigenous People 10

Chapter 3 The Expedition Journals 14

Chapter 4 Sacagawea, York, and a Vote 16

Chapter 5 Returning Home 22

Chapter 6 Life After the Expedition 26

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

About the Author 32

Interviews

A fresh spin on history engages history buffs and reluctant readers;

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2023

Gr 4–6—American history is full of myths and legends. This series explores common misunderstandings as well as figures and events that may have been omitted from most narratives. For instance, many people believe that Edison invented the light bulb, unaware of other inventors in the field, or they may think that everyone who participated in the Gold Rush became wealthy. Text boxes highlight extra facts like Ben Franklin having coined the term "electrician." Sidebars offer additional details, such as Sacajawea's involvement in the Lewis and Clark expedition. Photos and other images accompany the text. Many of the titles have a final page with statements paired as "fiction" and "fact" to set the record straight. A glossary and recommendations for further reading also support readers. VERDICT A series that will spark vigorous discussion in the classroom.

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