Program Description Students focus on the importance of the railroad to the New River Gorge and to the United States as a whole. Students visualize the challenges of railroad construction at the time of the Civil War. Through discussion, students learn that the railroad brought changes... people, jobs, mines, and lumber camps, as well as a means to transport coal, timber, and other goods out of the gorge to a national market. Whenever possible, students visit Thurmond Depot where demonstrations, hands-on activities, and role playing are part of the learning experience. Available at: Burnwood, Canyon Rim, Glade Creek, Grandview, and Thurmond Grade Level: 4th – 6th Program Length: 1.5 hours Background Materials: Railroading Overview Theme: The railroad helped to overcome a transportation barrier and open the New River Gorge to many opportunities. Instructional Objectives: 1. List three reasons why the completion of the railroad was so important 2. List and describe jobs that were associated with the operation of the railroad 3. Explain what happened to the railroad throughout the years Pre-visit activities: Railroad Jargon Riding the Rails Scavenger Hunt Post-visit activities: Hobos People of the Rails Railroad Charades Railroad Nomenclature Railroad Towns More Information: Glossary Books to Share with Children References Additional Resources for Teachers Subject: History/Social Sciences WV Content Standards met: History/Social Sciences- SS.4.4.3, SS.4.4.4, SS.WV.4.4, SS.WV.4.8, SS.WV.5.2, SS.WV.5.3, SS.5.3.4, SS.5.3.5, SS.5.4.9, SS.5.5.3, SS.5.5.7
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Last updated: October 12, 2017