Flora on the Plains: Grasses, Trees, and Agriculture

Flora on the Plains: Grasses, Trees, and AgricultureSocial Studies · Economics · Grades 3–5Lesson plan

In what ways did plant life on the Great Plains benefit and restrict traders on the Santa Fe Trail? Objective Identify specific examples of plant species and fuel sources along the Santa Fe Trail and their implementation during the fur trade. Background Overview Duration: 60 Minutes.

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