American Wild West History Through 'A Chicken Was There'

American Wild West History Through 'A Chicken Was There'

American Wild West History Through 'A Chicken Was There'

A weekly, reading-based exploration of American West people, places, and events using chapters from the book 'A Chicken Was There' as a jumping-off point for historical study.

American Wild West History Through 'A Chicken Was There'

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
9–13
Duration
50 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
13

Class Experience

This class uses short, chapter-length stories from the book as a starting point to examine historical figures, towns, events, and themes of the American West. Each session includes a chapter review, worksheet sharing, supplementary historical information, and time for questions and discussion; learners are encouraged to contribute relevant experiences or observations.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify significant events, places, and figures from the settling of the American West.

  • Describe historical context presented in the book and connect chapter narratives to documented events.

Prerequisites

None

Materials needed:

"A Chicken Was There: Tales of the Pioneer Chicken Who Helped Settle the Great American West," by A. A. Davenport (Available on Amazon via Kindle or paperback, $9.99)

PDF downloadable worksheet for each chapter (provided)

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Tushar Paranjpe

Joined August, 2026

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