Unit V: The Ambiguous Democracy in America: 1800-1848



Content to be Covered:

1. In this period of history there was westward expansion. The story of westward expansion is written on the many trails leading west. Daring trailblazers and pioneers set out to find out about the territories purchased or gained through treaties.

2. The growth of the United States can be traced through the policies and interactions of the presidents starting with George Washington.

Teacher Rationale:

This unit concerns the study of America between the years of 1800 and 1848. the students will use research skills to discover that it took a while for the new country to get started.

The unit focuses on westward expansion. One lesson examines the Lewis and Clark expedition, while a second gives a chronological overview of expansion through a review of the territories and states added during each presidential term.

Table of Contents:

Lesson 1: The Lewis and Clark Expedition
Lesson 2: From Washington to Lincoln
A Crossroads Resource: Growth of USA from Washington to Lincoln