Go West Book Project
Tanner Halberstadt
Sacagawea by Joseph Bruchac
This book shows the journey of the brave Sacagawea and what role she played in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Sacagawea was Lewis and Clark's guide and translator. It tells the journey of Lewis, Clark, and Sacagawea travelling west and all the problems they ran into.
Focus Question
What kinds of obstacles did the pioneers face on their journey?
Obstacles
Geographic Obstacles
Lewis and Clark travelled through many tough mountains and trails. They had to travel along the Lolo Trail which went through the Bitterroot Mountains. This trail took 11 days to cross and most of the people almost starved to death.
Native Americans
During their journey west Lewis and Clark encountered many Native american tribes but one tribe gave them some trouble. When the pioneers were resting in Montana, Lewis took a small group up the Marias River where they ran into the Blackfeet Indians whom they got into a brawl with.
Animals and Insects
The Corps of Discovery ran into many wild animals and insects on their journey. They encountered many bears, in fact, Lewis almost got killed by a grizzly bear. Mosquitoes were also a big problem, they caused swelling on most the pioneers faces
Bad Weather
The Corps of Discovery had some very harsh weather on their journey. They had travel through to travel through thunderstorms, hailstorms, dust clouds, and varied temperature.
Extra Facts about Sacajewea
-she married William Clark
-she had a daughter named Jean
-guide for the Corps of Discovery
-she was kidnapped by the Minnetarees
Lewis & Clark / Sacagawea