Introduction
Have you ever discovered something totally new? Did it excite you, or terrify you? Several men (and sometimes women!) in history have been brave enough to try new things and discover the land that we walk on today. Can you imagine if America had never been found? Where do you think you might live if this country had never been discovered. You are about to travel back in time, and learn more about the brave heros who discovered this land.
Task
To stretch your knowledge of the men who discovered this nation, research these 3 names.
***Clicking on their name will take you to a website where you can learn more about their story.***
Each name will require a paragraph description of:
1. What the person did.
2. Where the person is from.
3. How their efforts helped America.
You will be completing this task based on a chart provided in the "Process" section.
After completion, you will be detailing the paths of these men on a world map.
Process
Click HERE to find a printable diagram for completing your paragraphs.
After completing your 3 descriptions of these major contributors to American discovery, use this map to draw lines that indicate their paths of discovery.
Use a GREEN marker to show Leif Erikson's path.
Use a RED marker to show Juan De Onate's path.
Use a BLUE marker to show Christopher Columbus's path.
Evaluation
| 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | points | |
| Research | All 3 paragraphs are completed with clear details, showing clear evidence of thorough research. | All 3 paragraphs are completed with details, showing evidence of some research. | 2 paragraphs are completed, with little details, showing evidence of minimal research. | 1 paragraph is completed withvminimal details, showing evidence of little research. | |
| Map | All 3 paths are drawn on the map using the correct color. | 2 paths are drawn on the map using the correct color. | 1 path is drawn on the map, using the correct color. | 1 path is drawn on the map using the incorrect color. | |
| Neatness | The paragraphs are neatly written, and the map is easy to read. | Effort is used to make neat paragraphs, and the map is able to be read. | The paragraphs are difficult to read, as well as the map. | The paragraphs are impossible to read, as well as the map. |
Conclusion
You have done a great job! Remember to use your resources around you to learn about the country you live in. There are many books in the library that can help you. Ask your teacher if you have any questions about exploration and settlement.
Teacher Page
Standards Used:
SS.A.1.2.2 The student uses a variety of methods and sources to understand history and knows the difference between primary and secondary sources.