The Oregon Trail
jeff friesen, manifest destiny, oregon, oregon trail, west, westward movement
Jeff's lesson is designed to give students an idea of what was involved in making the journey to Oregon by way of the Oregon Trail. Students will learn what was needed to make the trip, hardships encountered and hopefully an appreciation for the toughness of the people who made the trip.
Revolutionary War Video
8th grade, jeff friesen, questioning, revolutionary war, saratoga, video
Jeff uses a video clip and a variety of questioning skills to lead a class discussion on the Battle of Saratoga.