Challenge on the Trail

In this problem-solving worksheet, students respond to expedition dilemmas such as storms, food shortages, and damaged equipment. For each scenario, learners decide what the Corps of Discovery should do and explain why that action would help. This activity develops reasoning, planning, and historical empathy by having students think like explorers faced with real obstacles. It integrates logic, creativity, and evidence-based explanation while reinforcing understanding of perseverance and teamwork during westward exploration.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Problem Solving in Exploration Contexts

Critical Thinking – Decision-Making and Consequence Analysis

English Language Arts – Writing Explanations with Supporting Reasons

History – Life on the Lewis and Clark Expedition

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