Manifest Destiny Inquiry
Lesson
Students will learn about manifest destiny and westward expansion through inquiry. They will then create a piece of art to represent manifest destiny using the famous painting "American Progress".
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Standard 4-5.2
4-5.2 Explain the motivations and methods of migrants and immigrants, who moved West, including economic opportunities, the availability of rich land, and the country’s belief in Manifest Destiny.
Grade(s): 4
Subject(s): Social Studies
Year: 2011