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Be Specific, Go West To The Pacific Lesson PlanBe Specific, Go West To The Pacific Lesson Plan
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Fifth and sixth graders follow Lewis and Clark from St. Louis to the Pacific and back again. They read online journal entries made by Lewis and Clark to gather information. The official Lewis and Clark website is used by learners to answer questions, engage in activities, and to create their own journals.

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the lewis and clark expedition

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lewis and clark, english language arts
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Grade
5th - 6th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
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Research
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Video

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