Description
The story of the settlement of the plains from 1862-1890 is shared in this HUGE resource that includes coloring pages and copywork. Discover the Homestead Act, the reasons some opposed it, the Chisholm Trail, Santa Fe Trail, the transcontinental railroad, statehood, changes to women’s rights and African American rights, immigration, conflicts with the Sioux, and more. Students can learn about what it was like to live on the prairie and discover sod houses, the threats from nature, and what people did to get together. They can meet Horace Greely, Daniel Freeman, Buffalo Bill Cody, Wild Bill Hickok, Wyatt Earp, Spotted Tail, Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, and other key people from the time. They can also learn about some of the plants and animals of the plains and a few of the parks and reserves established to protect them. This resource focuses on the area of North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, and Iowa.
There are 102 coloring pages with large print or cursive, traceable copywork. It’s a great way to work some history and handwriting practice into your day. You can even display the finished pages around the room as a way to see the story unfold. 105 pages total. Two levels are available, Levels B and C. Ages 5-10.
A note about coloring book levels:
Level A: Coloring pages include single word or phrase copywork (traceable print)
Level B: Coloring pages include full sentence copywork (traceable print)
Level C: Coloring pages include full sentence copywork (traceable cursive)
Pictures may vary or repeat between levels. Not all books are available in all three levels; new levels will be added as available.
Leslie B (verified owner) –
Love this Bonnie! I actually bought this for me, instead of my kids. Ha! I’m going to teach Kansas History a co-op for this semester for Kindergarten to 2nd grade and I’m not following any curriculum. I’m designing each lesson from scratch. So, I need help when it comes to the pioneers days because my mind can go into so many directions, as there’s tons of information out there! At the same time, it needs to be super simple for K-2. So, I bought this as a guide and to keep my mind on the history highlights and so I don’t get beyond the kids heads. But in a few months, I’ll be teaching my 3rd-grade son at home Kansas History and a lot of this will be perfect to print to use at home. . Thanks for doing this.
WriteBonnieRose –
Oh, I am so happy to hear that it is helpful for what you need! Thank you for taking the time to let me know!