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California Missions

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Fourth graders explore the Spanish influence upon California missions. Using the internet and other resource tools, they research a particular mission and write about its schedule, events, and beliefs. In groups, 4th graders create board games and a model of the mission.

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4th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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