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You may have heard of the Oregon Trail. In the 1840s, more than 5,000 people traveled the Oregon Trail, hoping for a better life. But did you know that science played a big role in this epic journey? Learn how covered wagons were engineered. Find out how food was preserved and diseases were treated along the trail. And discover how modern technology is helping us learn even more about this time in history.

ISBN-13: 9781496696915

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Capstone

Publication Date: 08-01-2021

Pages: 48

Product Dimensions: 7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

Age Range: 8 - 11 Years

Series: The Science of History

Tammy Enz holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in journalism and mass communications. She teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and has written dozens of books on science and engineering topics for young people.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Wagons Ho! 4

Chapter 2 Packing Up 8

Chapter 3 Heading Out 18

Chapter 4 Trail Dangers 26

Chapter 5 Hitting The Pass 34

Chapter 6 Off The Beaten Path 38

Glossary 46

Read More 47

Internet Sites 47

Index 48