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Title:
| Rivers: Missouri River |
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Description:
| These sites are about the Missouri River, its past and present. See maps and photographs of the river as well as animals found in and around it. Includes information on Lewis and Clark, fur traders, and transportation. Also covers the issues surrounding the river and its endangered status. Some sites regarding the issues are intended for the teachers and may be too difficult for some students. Included is an eThemes resource on the Lewis and Clark expedition. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
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Resource Links:
| Missouri River Basin Dams, Reservoirs, and Indian Tribal Lands
A map of the route of the Missouri River and the Indian tribes who live near it.
Missouri River Basin Basic Geography and Natural Features
An interactive map showing the land around the Missouri River. Click on the topics on the right to see them on the map.
Missouri River Photo Gallery
Click on a town's name to see a view of the Missouri River. These government photos can be downloaded and used. Explore the links on the left for other rich content, including information about endangered animals under "Science." Click on "River" and then find "The Missouri River Story."
Remembering the St. Louis Fur Trade
Read about this industry that flourished 200 years ago in St. Louis.
American Memory Map Collections
See maps of the Missouri River from the past. Click on the map title to view it. Then click on the map to make it larger.
The Fur Trade
A historical look at how the fur trade worked in the United States.
ThinkQuest: Missouri River
Topics include wildlife, history, steamboats, Lewis and Clark, and the Flood of '52. Contains many interactive quizzes.
Fact Monster: Missouri River
Brief encyclopedia explanations about the Missouri River, its course, history, and human impact. NOTE: The site includes ads.
National Geographic News
An article about the Missouri River being named the most endangered river in the United States. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Environmental Defense Fund
A report that explains why barges should stop running on the Missouri River. Text may be too difficult for many students.
Missouri River Basin Association
This non-profit group coordinates river activities. Click on "Newspaper Articles" to read stories about the issues facing the Missouri River in the different basin states.
Missouri River Institute
A list of animals and plants in danger in the Missouri River Basin. Includes a few photographs.
Geography Action! Rivers 2001
This National Geographic site explains the flow of a river and has activities for students with guides for teachers.
Coalition to Protect the Missouri River
This coalition formed in 2001. Students can click on "Resources/Links" or "News Releases" to get additional information.
Spring Rise on the Missouri River
This two-page PDF file was written by the National Corn Growers Association.
American Rivers: Missouri River
This site has "Missouri River in the News" and "Missouri River Information Center" as well as much more.
Missouri Breaks River Company
This outfitting company in Montana has some scenic photographs of the Missouri River.
eThemes Resource: Lewis and Clark Expedition: Louisiana Purchase and Exploring the West
Learn about Corps of Discovery led by Lewis and Clark and their journey that began in Missouri. View the Louisiana Purchase and other documents from that time period.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.7, 1.8, 1.10, 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 4.1, 1, 3, 4, 6, 4, 8, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
If you are an eMINTS teacher and standards have not been defined for your
state, click the button below to request that they be assigned to this resource.
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