Can You Survive: The Oregon Trail
In this one-week camp, students will travel back in history to the 1840s; where they will try their hand at traveling the Oregon Trail from the beginning to the end...Do you have what it takes to SURVIVE?
Mrs. Becki
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(636)
What's included
5 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
Some items in our journal will require students to complete them after class hours so we are prepared for the following day.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
The Oregon Trail was 2,170 miles long and is considered the longest graveyard in North America. Students will be given the opportunity to sell their characters belongs, purchase the supplies necessary, and begin their trip across the trail beginning in the year 1848..they will have five days to complete their mission. The course is designed to engage students while they learn historical facts, historical locations, practice math, negation, problem-solving, and life skills while they brainstorm ways to survive this brutal trip. Students will be the captain of their wagon; each day students will be given a number of miles that will need to traveled while enduring weather, diseases, wild animals, death and so much more. This class will be taught through worksheets, journaling, PowerPoint, crafts, and possibly video/audio clips depending on the days events. THIS COURSE DOES REQUIRE WORKSHEETS TO BE PRINTED - PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY. PLEASE NOTE: Double check the schedules for each class time - Some CLASS TIMES are held for 1 week for 5 days - Some CLASS TIMES are held once a week for 5 weeks - This was done intentional to allow students to participate even if their schedules are a little tight during the school months.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The Oregon Trail is considered the longest graveyard this is because of the dangers the pioneers faced; we will be discussing the cause of deaths that occurred during the voyage.
Supply List
Worksheets will provided prior to class that must be printed. Students will need a spiral notebook, writing utensils, stick glue, scissors, and various supplies that can be found laying around your home. A detailed list will be provided upon enrollment.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
636reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have over fifteen years of experience teaching elementary, middle, and high school history and social studies lessons. The Oregon trail was a favorite as a child; this course allows me to share the fun with other students from around the world. Reviews
Live Group Class
$120
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
60 min
Completed by 576 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-16 learners per class
