De Soto Expedition Slides
A visually engaging slide deck for 3rd graders about Hernando de Soto's expedition. It covers his motivations (gold and fame), the route he took through the Southeast, the reality of what he found, and his impact on Native American populations.
Gold Fever Field Log
A student field log worksheet designed to accompany the De Soto expedition slides. Includes sections for tracking supplies, mapping the route, and reflecting on the motivations and consequences of the gold quest.
De Soto Teacher Guide
A detailed teacher guide for the De Soto Expedition lesson. Includes pacing suggestions, discussion prompts, lesson objectives, and differentiation strategies for 3rd-grade students.