Primary
Museum of the City of San Francisco

Virtual Museum of the City of San Francisco: Fremont Conquest of California

For Students 9th - 10th
This first-person account by John Bidwell and his dealings with John Fremont in California.
Activity
Curated OER

National Park Service: Fort Scott National Historic Site: The Mexican War

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very brief overview of the Mexican War, organized into the following sections: "Zachary Taylor's Army," "The Army of the West," and "Invasion of Mexico City." Includes links to related articles and websites.
Activity
Other

Californians and the Military: John Charles Fremont and the Bear Flag Revolt

For Students 3rd - 8th
A brief retelling of John C. Fremont's expedition to California. Learn about his confrontation with Mexican authorities that led to the Bear Flag Revolt.
Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: Today in History: January 31: John C. Fremont: The Pathfinder

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of a colorful but controversial character of the West, a candidate for president of the United States, and major-general during the Civil War.
Primary
Museum of the City of San Francisco

Virtual Museum of San Francisco: William T. Sherman and Early California History

For Students 9th - 10th
From the memoirs of William Tecumseh Sherman you can read about his arrival in California during the Mexican War, his dealings with John Fremont, and the Bear Flag Revolt.
Website
Digital History

Digital History: The Face of Battle

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief look at the frustrating course of the Mexican War. Read about California's revolt from Mexico, Gen. Scott's capture of Mexico City, and Mexico's refusal to surrender.
Activity
Other

Ca State Capitol Museum: Kids Zone: Word Scramble: Bear Flag Revolt [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
Unscramble the words to learn about the Bear Flag Revolt.