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Ancient Peoples of the Middle East Lesson PlanAncient Peoples of the Middle East Lesson Plan
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Ancient Peoples of the Middle East

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This is an excellent multidisciplinary lesson designed by Scientific American. It provides three creative activities--designing a garden, studying hieroglyphics, and writing poetry--relevant to the ancient peoples of the Middle East. Students will enjoy

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