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Burk Burnett and the Four Sixes

Historical Interpretation Samuel Burk Burnett generation ranch ranching legacy
This lesson teaches students about the history of the Four Sixes Ranch and the Burnett family, starting with Burk Burnett and continuing through four generations. Students use photographs as primary...
Pitchfork Ranch and XIT Ranch brands.

Burning the Brand

Historical Interpretation innovation generation ranch ranching
This lesson teaches students how ranchers use brands to identify their cattle and show ownership. Students learn how brands are read, why they must be unique, and how branding is...
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Outwitting Outlaws

Historical Interpretation economics early Texas settlers transportation stagecoach security
Students learn about Wells Fargo stagecoaches in the Wild West and the challenges of transporting valuables while avoiding outlaws. They explore how people overcame these obstacles in early Texas transportation.
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Outwitting Outlaws

Historical Interpretation economics early Texas settlers transportation stagecoach security
Students learn about Wells Fargo stagecoaches in the Wild West and the challenges of transporting valuables while avoiding outlaws. They explore how people overcame these obstacles in early Texas transportation.
Historic image of Quanah Parker.

Parker Family Heritage/Comanche: Lords of the Plains

Historical Interpretation Quanah Parker Comanche American Indian early Texas settlers
Students learn about Quanah Parker, the last Comanche war chief, and his role in leading his people and helping them adapt to life on a reservation while preserving their culture.

The Four Sixes Ranch

Historical Interpretation innovation generation ranch ranching
The lesson describes the history of the Four Sixes Ranch and how Samuel Burk Burnett made it a successful cattle ranch. It also mentions his friendship with Quanah Parker and...
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Trouble on the Trail

Historical Interpretation ranching economics. Quanah Parker early Texas settlers
Students explore the challenges and successes of the Texas ranching industry during the 1870s and 1880s by participating in a decision-making board game. Through game scenarios based on historical events,...
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