Social StudiesEnglish Language Arts9-12+
Westward Expansion Watch Guide
By Chelsea L.
This 1-page watch guide helps students in 11th grade and up engage with a video on Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny. It prompts students to record key events, figures, and concepts, building comprehension and critical thinking skills.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this guide as students watch the video, pausing for them to fill in responses.
- Discussion question: How did the concept of Manifest Destiny influence the actions of the US government and settlers?
- Scaffold: Provide sentence starters or a word bank for students who need additional support.
- Extension: Have students research a specific event or figure mentioned in the video and present their findings.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.
Social StudiesEnglish Language Arts9-12+
Westward Expansion Watch Guide
By Chelsea L.
This 1-page watch guide helps students in 11th grade and up engage with a video on Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny. It prompts students to record key events, figures, and concepts, building comprehension and critical thinking skills.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this guide as students watch the video, pausing for them to fill in responses.
- Discussion question: How did the concept of Manifest Destiny influence the actions of the US government and settlers?
- Scaffold: Provide sentence starters or a word bank for students who need additional support.
- Extension: Have students research a specific event or figure mentioned in the video and present their findings.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.