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Title:
| Lewis and Clark: Seaman |
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Description:
| Learn about the dog that accompanied Lewis and Clark on their expedition. Find out when Seaman is mentioned in the journals that the explorers kept. Read more about the Newfoundland breed of dog. There is also a coloring page and a website where students can email Seaman with questions about the expedition. Includes a link to an eThemes resource on the Lewis Expedition and an eThemes resource on dogs. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5, 6 |
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Resource Links:
| PBS: Seaman
Read about the dog and how he is mentioned in the journals of Lewis and Clark.
Seaman Profile
Here is a short profile of the dog. There is a link to more in-depth information at the bottom of the website.
Seaman, the Newfoundland Dog
Read about the mysteries surrounding Seaman's life after the Lewis and Clark Expedition ended. Includes photographs of a Newfoundland dog.
Coloring Activity
This one page PDF file is a coloring page of Seaman and Lewis. Print it out and color.
Ask Seaman about the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Click on "Ask Seaman" to email the dog questions you have about the Lewis and Clark Expedition. On the left is a short story about one of Seaman's adventures on the Expedition.
From the Journals of Lewis and Clark
Read this journal entry, which details how Seaman was once kidnapped and how Lewis got him back from the kidnappers.
Curriculum Guide: Lewis' Pet Dog
This lesson plan about Seaman includes activities and a skit.
Yahooligans! Newfoundland
Learn more about the Newfoundland, the breed of dog that Seaman was.
Newfoundland Dog
This student website includes information about the history, size, and look of this breed of dog.
Dog Owner's Guide Profile
Read about the history of the Newfoundland breed of dog.
Who was Seaman?
Read these facts about Seaman and how he helped Lewis and Clark.
eThemes Resource: Lewis and Clark Expedition: Louisiana Purchase and Exploring the West
Learn about Corps of Discovery led by Lewis and Clark and their journey that began in Missouri. View the Louisiana Purchase and other documents from that time period. Includes two eMINTS WebQuests on Lewis and Clark as well as a video from the Finding Missouri: Our History and Heritage series.
Animals: Dogs
Learn about different breeds of dogs and their origins. There are quizzes to help you determine which breed of dog would be good for you and your family. Includes activities, encyclopedia articles, and printouts. There are links to various eTheme resources on different breeds of dogs.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.1, 1.5, 3, 2
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