Fourth Grade Social Studies

General Sites

Mountain Men and the Fur Trade This site is devoted to the history, traditions, tools, and mode of living of the Mountain Men.
National Geographic: Lewis and Clark Find great information about the Lewis & Clark expedition across America including journal entries, maps, historical photos, drawings, and more.
PBS Online - Lewis and Clark The Journey of the Corp of Discovery by Ken Burns is featured at this site.
The Science of Lewis and Clark Facts - IdahoPTV Dialogue for Kids - Find information about the important discoveries of Lewis and Clark as well as links to other Lewis and Clark sites.
The Science of Lewis and Clark Video This 30 minute video on Lewis and Clark is from the Dialogue for Kids website.
Idaho State Emblems Find pictures and explanations of all the symbols of Idaho.
Idaho's Home Page Learn more about Idaho and its many features.
Information About Idaho To see maps and the symbols of Idaho, click her.
The Oregon Trail Home Page Find out all sorts of facts and interesting information about the Oregon Trail

Native American Sites

Bannock

Shoshone-Bannock Indians Histroy This site has a detailed timeline that chronicles the history of the tribe from 1878 - 1985.

Coeur d'Alene

Coeur d'Alene Indian History This site contains a brief history about the Coeur d'Alene Tribe as well as some related links.

Kalispel

Kalispel Tribe of Indians This official Kalispel tribal site contains historical as well as current information.

The Kalispel Indians Find general facts about the Kalispel Indians that lived in Idaho, Montana, and Washington. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the link to find out more specific information about the Idaho Kailspel.

Sandpoint Centennial ~ Kalispel Indians This excellent site was created by students involved it an Ed Quest project. You will find information about the Kalispel Indians as well as photographs of Indian artifacts.

Nez Perce

Sacred Journey of the Nez Perce This is the story about a physical trek over 1,600 difficult miles created by Idaho Public TV in conjunction to their hour long documentary.

Western Treasures ~ Dedicated to the Nez Perce & Western History This site has a wealth of information about the Nez Perce. It is a little tricky to navigate but worth the time. Be sure to check out the Nez Perce Archive Photography.

Shoshone (also see Bannock)

History of the Shoshone Indians In the 1840s, there were seven distinct Shoshoni groups. This page has information about the different groups but focus on the Northwestern group.

Shoshone Indians This page is part of PBS Online - Lewis and Clark.

Sacagawea This is also a part of the PBS Online site.

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