Trailblazing Team

This matching worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 strengthen reading comprehension, historical understanding, attention to detail, and critical thinking by exploring the key members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Through short factual descriptions, students identify the roles and contributions of Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, Sacagawea, and York, building a clear picture of how teamwork, leadership, and diverse skills supported the success of the Corps of Discovery.

Learning Goals

• U.S. Exploration History (Grades 4-6) – Recognize the purpose and challenges of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
• Historical Figures & Contributions – Identify how each individual contributed through mapping, leadership, translation, and support.
• Reading for Key Details – Match clues to the correct person using careful reading and evidence.
• Critical Thinking – Connect actions and responsibilities to specific historical figures.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper elementary social studies and ELA standards.
• Clear Matching Format – Letter-based matching supports accuracy while encouraging close reading.
• Highlights Collaboration & Diversity – Emphasizes how different strengths contributed to expedition success.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for independent practice, small groups, review lessons, or formative assessment.

This printable worksheet helps students deepen understanding of the Lewis and Clark Expedition by focusing on the people behind the journey. By matching evidence to individuals, learners strengthen comprehension, historical reasoning, and appreciation for teamwork in exploration. It’s a simple, no-prep resource that works well in both classroom instruction and homeschool learning.

This worksheet is part of our Lewis and Clark Expedition collection.