In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on how westward expansion led to Native American conflict from 1849-1900. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students as you study major Native American conflicts with the United States government. Includes a brief synopsis of the following conflicts: Navajo Conflicts, Sioux Wars, Apache Wars, Battle of Bighorn, Wounded Knee Massacre, Ute Wars, Red River War, and Nez Perce War. Integrate social studies content wi