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Lewis and Clark Unboxed (American History)
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Lewis and Clark Unboxed (American History)

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Inside This Box:

  • Collect plant samples and make a nature journal just like Lewis & Clark.
  • Prepare and taste “pocket soup” emergency rations.
  • Learn about sweetgrass and make your own mosquito repelling pouch.
  • Learn about the amazing woman and child who supported the explorers – Sakakawea and her son Jean-Baptist.
…and more! Our youth boxes contain printed materials at multiple levels from elementary to lower high school level. The young adult box contains additional literature featuring mature content. Youth SKU: BOX-LEW-1OZ Young Adult SKU: BOX-LEW-1OS
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Lewis and Clark Unboxed

Embark on a legendary journey through uncharted territory with Lewis and Clark Unboxed! This immersive lesson explores the historic expedition of Lewis and Clark, highlighting the challenges, discoveries, and the vital contributions of Sakakawea.

What’s Inside Lewis and Clark Unboxed?

  • Nature Exploration: Collect plant samples and create your own nature journal, just as the explorers did while documenting the natural world during their expedition.
  • Emergency Rations: Prepare and taste “pocket soup,” a practical and long-lasting food source used by the explorers to sustain them on their journey.
  • Sweetgrass: Learn about the importance of sweetgrass in mosquito prevention and make your own sweetgrass pouch.
  • Sakakawea’s Contributions: Learn about the woman you may know as Sacajawea and her son Jean-Baptiste. Her guidance and support were crucial to the success of the  expedition.

Hands-On Activities:

  • Collect and press plant samples for a personalized nature journal.
  • Make and taste pocket soup to understand how the explorers survived.
  • Make your own sweetgrass pouch

Why Choose Lewis and Clark Unboxed?

  • In-Depth Exploration: Dive into the journey of Lewis and Clark, exploring their discoveries, challenges, and the incredible contributions of their team. Read about the peoples they met along the way.
  • Interactive Learning: Hands-on activities like nature journaling and food preparation make history engaging and memorable.
  • Fun and Educational: Perfect for homeschool families, this curriculum makes the expedition accessible and exciting for students of all ages.

Learn about the Legacy of the Expedition
The journey of Lewis and Clark was a monumental achievement in American history. This lesson brings their expedition to life with creative activities and inspiring stories. Along the way, find out their other motives for making the journey, including reconnaissance on Indigenous peoples of the American West.

Perfect for Homeschool Families
With age-appropriate materials and engaging projects, Lewis and Clark Unboxed provides a fun and educational way to explore the explorers’ legendary expedition.

Discover Lewis and Clark Unboxed today and follow in the footsteps of America’s most famous explorers!

Looking for more information on Lewis & Clark? Our Lewis & Clark Unboxed Pinterest board has additional activities, books, and learning resources. Find out about how the expedition “opened the west” with Going West Unboxed.

Please note: The Young Adult literature discusses the history of Sakakawea as a suffragist icon, her actual role as the property of her husband, and the racist portrayals of York and his sexuality.

Weight 1.54 lbs
Dimensions 11.375 × 8.875 × 3 in
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Missions Unboxed

Explore the history of missions in Spanish colonial America. This immersive lesson delves into the daily lives, traditions, and challenges faced by Indigenous peoples and Spanish colonists during this pivotal time in history.

What’s Inside?

  • Cultural Connections: Discover the role of drinking chocolate in the missions and its significance to both Spanish colonists and Native peoples. Then, make your own chocolate with a traditional tool to experience this treasured beverage firsthand.
  • Everyday Life: Learn about the foods enjoyed by Pacific Native peoples, including salted crickets, and try this healthy and sustainable snack for yourself.
  • Games and Toys: Create an acorn spinning toy, just like the ones played with by Indigenous children for a fun, hands-on connection to history.
  • Struggles and Changes: Examine the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous communities. Understand the cultural exchanges, conflicts, and transformations that shaped life in these Catholic institutions.

Hands-On Activities:

  • Make your own drinking chocolate from scratch.
  • Try salted crickets, a snack inspired by Pacific Native peoples.
  • Craft an acorn spinning toy like those used by 18th century children.
  • Explore stories and historical accounts of life during the era.

Why Choose Missions Unboxed?

  • Balanced Perspective: Learn about the missions from multiple viewpoints. This lesson highlights both the struggles and contributions of Indigenous peoples and Spanish colonizers.
  • Interactive Learning: Engage with history through hands-on activities, from crafting toys to enjoying authentic foods.
  • Fun and Educational: Perfect for homeschool families, this curriculum provides a meaningful exploration of this period in Spanish America.

Discover the History of the Missions
With Missions Unboxed, students will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural exchanges, innovations, and challenges that defined the mission era. This is a perfect supplement for California history’s fourth grade social studies mission project!

Perfect for Homeschool Families
Designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking, Missions Unboxed brings history to life with activities and lessons that are both engaging and educational.

Discover Missions Unboxed today and explore the rich history of colonial America!

Please note: The Young Adult box contains discussions of toileting and approaches to sexuality in Indigenous and Spanish communities.

Weight 2.36 lbs
Dimensions 11 × 9 × 6 in
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