Grade 2 Read-Aloud

42 Westward Expansion: Supplemental Guide 2 | Mr. Fulton’s Journey

 Determine the meaning of multiple-meaning words and phrases,

such as back (L.2.5a)

 Prior to listening to “Mr. Fulton’s Journey,” identify what they

know and have learned about people moving west

 Share writing with others

Core Vocabulary

design, v. To create the plans for something

Example: King Minos asked Daedalus to design a maze.

Variation(s): designs, designed, designing

inventor, n. A person who invents or creates a new product

Example: Cai Lun was the inventor of paper.

Variation(s): inventors

journey, n. A trip

Example: The ancient Egyptians took a journey across the desert.

Variation(s): journeys

steamboats, n. Boats that are powered by steam

Example: We enjoy watching the steamboats travel up and down the

Mississippi River.

Variation(s): steamboat

voyage, n. A long journey or trip, especially by sea

Example: Columbus sailed on his fi rst voyage to America in 1492.

Variation(s): voyages