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Students create a mural depicting modern life. In this ancient civilizations lesson, students view images of wall painting from ancient civilizations showing aspects of their daily life. Students discuss the ways our life today is similar and different. Then, students create a mural showing a day in our life.

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Grade
K - 5th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
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Project-Based Learning
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