The Lewis And Clark Expedition Coloring Book (Dover History Coloring Book) Read Free Books and Download eBooks
On April 30, 1803, the Louisiana Purchase Agreement between France and the United States was formally signed. President Thomas Jefferson paid the French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte approximately 18 cents per square mile for a vast wilderness territory (more than 825,000 square miles) stretching from New Orleans to the Canadian border and west from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains. The Purchase effectively doubled the size of the young United States.On May 14, 1804, Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark — accompanied by an intrepid band of skilled hunters, carpenters, gunsmiths, and blacksmiths — sailed up the Missouri River with a small fleet of three vessels. For the next two years, this dauntless team navigated insect- and snake-infested waterways, crossed scorching plains, scaled frigid mountain passes, battled hostile Indians, and faced near-starvation—all the while charting a vast wilderness never before glimpsed by white men.By the time of their return to civilization in September of 1806, Lewis and Clark had brought back a large collection of important scientific information, opened the unknown East to American exploration and settlement, and added credibility to the U.S. claim to the Oregon Territory. Distinguished artist Peter F. Copeland recaptures the high points of this mighty expedition. Forty-five historically accurate, precisely drawn illustrations for coloring retrace the nearly 8,000 miles of the perilous trek. Captions identify the action in each plate, provide background information, and link the plates in a continuous and informative narrative.
Series: Dover History Coloring Book
Paperback: 48 pages
Publisher: Dover Publications; Clr Csm edition (January 1, 1984)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0486245578
ISBN-13: 978-0486245577
Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 0.4 x 10.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #127,210 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #57 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Exploration & Discovery #79 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > United States > 1800s #2320 in Books > Children's Books > Activities, Crafts & Games > Activity Books
Age Range: 8 - 14 years
Grade Level: 3 - 8
We have really enjoyed studying Lewis and Clark, so I bought this to serve as a review and fun history activity. However, I feel that this coloring book overlooks the Corps of Discovery's positive encounters with Native Americans and instead plays up the aggressive ones. Most of the Indians received them well and were curious. The book, for example, mentions the Sioux, but fails to mention that the Yankton Sioux were friendly, but the Teton Sioux were not. I think it is important when learning about Native Americans that children understand the differences among tribes and the fact that most were/are peaceable. Also, Lewis's dog Seaman was a HUGE black fluffy Newfoundland, and the only picture that portrays him is nothing like that breed at all. I mention this, as there are a few great books we've used to study Lewis and Clark that were written from the dog's perspective (Seaman's Journal, Lewis and Clark and Me, and The Captain's Dog). Of course these type of coloring books are pretty handy if you have a child that is reluctant to study history, but enjoys coloring; however, if your child enjoys history and reads a lot, they may find some inaccuracies. The major details in this book seem to be correct though, so I believe that whether as a review or introduction, it serves its purpose. It is definitely incomplete and should be supplemented with a more favorable portrayal of Indians (and Seaman too!).
I teach special education students and these books help me tremendously when attempting accommodations.I teach special education students and these books help me tremendously when attempting accommodations.I teach special education students and these books help me tremendously when attempting accommodations.
I can't say enough about this one - this is way beyond your usual coloring book. Are your kids tired of coloring simple bunnies and trees? This is beautifully drawn and has an educational edge as well. A good one!
All of Peter F. Copeland's books are good for their ease in teaching or learning American History. The saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words", describes these books perfectly. They make great "Just thinking of you..." presents for the grandkids. The Lewis and Clark Expedition Coloring Book (Dover History Coloring Book)
Little Johnnie and Betsy and Allison will no longer spend mindless hours coloring bunnies and squirrels- now they can learn important American history lessons from the comfort of their own kitchen table. I'll tell ya- these pictures are going up on the frig!
Not completely historically accurate but really detailed drawings that make the user aware of one of the major benchmarks in US history and exploration.
The illustrations require colored pencils for the best results. There is too much detail for crayons.
This is a great color book for older children to help them learn history that is fun.
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