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Archaeology- State Map

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Young scholars study state maps. For this map skills lesson, students identify the states' location and how to use a legend. Young scholars complete photocopies of the state map.

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map keys, map skills, state geography, the 50 states

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map legend, map skills, state maps, social studies
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Grade
1st - 3rd
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
30 mins

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