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Christopher's Crossing

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In this lesson and game, the teacher supplies the initial instruction about Christopher Columbus. Then, through role-play and readings from their social studies book, students will learn about Columbus, discover his interest in a short, easy way to the

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6th - 9th
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Social Studies & History
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