How the West Changed & Grew

How to Plan Your Project About an Event

The Transcontinental Railroad	The completion of a railroad linking the east to California was extremely important. Find out why. Also check these links: a Great Train photo and for another description and more pictures.
The Pony Express	Linking the east and the west by fast delivery of letters was the mission of the Pony Express. Try another site for a little more information.

ABOUT YOUR PROJECT ON THE WEST Planning a project for a computer program using words, sound, photos, and artwork is called STORYBOARDING. Storyboarding is deciding what belongs on each page (or 'card') of your project. Your project about an event or accomplishment during the settlement of the West needs to incude: A title page At least one map A description of the event or accomplishment. An answer to the question: Why the event was important? Pictures An ending page

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