As we study American history, it is always fun to consider the details involved in moving a family west in the mid 1800's. Covered wagons are of great interest to fourth graders, especially the idea that one might have to travel and live in a schooner for several months.
We learn dimensions of wagons and weight limits (2000 pounds normally). We also read primary sources to find out exactly was normally put in a wagon for a journey west.
Once we had done our research, we set about constructing our wagons with a partner.
Such creative ideas!
Now this is a DELUXE wagon!
The insides of the wagons contained handmade furniture, trunks, rugs, and other necessities.
We invited the second graders to come and view our finished products complete with a family name, motto, and verse!
Here we are giving a smartboard lesson to our second grade guest.
I think you will agree that our wagons look pretty great and the designers are to commended for their great work.
These wagons were SUPER and I loved watching the partners exchanging ideas and working so well together. Well done, fourth graders!
