Learning About The Transcontinental Railroad

This post is for sharing “living” or great books on the following history topics:

Trans-continental Railroad Period

Polk, Manifest Destiny

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For Elementary Students:
This is a short picture book which tells a memorable story about the building and completion of the trans-continental railroad:

 
This highly-rated story describes the western expansion of the 1860’s:

 

For High School Students:

 

What are your favorite history books on this topic? Feel free to share with a comment below.