Grades 4 and 5: European Exploration and "Settlement" in British Columbia, 1787-1867

Student Handout - Questions for "The Ghosts of Read Island" Chapter

You have been assigned work in a group or with a partner to explore "The Ghosts of Read Island" chapter in the Ghosts of the North West Coast website.

Answer the following questions, using the website, but also using information that you have from class. Think about what it was like to travel in earlier times as you answer the questions.

1. What kinds of tools did loggers use to clear the forests of Read Island?

2. What was life like in the logging camps on Read Island?

3. Now, write down any questions you have about the chapter you were asked to look at: