Dogsong by Gary Paulsen
Task Four: Iditarod
With this task, we will research the history of the Iditarod dog-sled race. You will probably guess that part of Russel’s adventure involves dog-sleds. Researching these topics will help you get a better idea of the difficulties Russell faces on his journey. Please read the questions carefully, and then search the website provided to find the answers.
Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
1. Describe the historic Iditarod. Give details.
2. Where does the official Iditarod race start (not Anchorage) and end?
3. How is the Junior Iditarod different from the Iditarod race?
Website:
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/iditarod/index.htm
Task Four: Iditarod
With this task, we will research the history of the Iditarod dog-sled race. You will probably guess that part of Russel’s adventure involves dog-sleds. Researching these topics will help you get a better idea of the difficulties Russell faces on his journey. Please read the questions carefully, and then search the website provided to find the answers.
Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
1. Describe the historic Iditarod. Give details.
2. Where does the official Iditarod race start (not Anchorage) and end?
3. How is the Junior Iditarod different from the Iditarod race?
Website:
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/iditarod/index.htm