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Comparing and Contrasting Heroes

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Here is a language arts activity that can be used with virtually any grade level. The only thing that changes is the reading level of the books. Learners compare and contrast different heroes and the characteristics they hold. They use a Venn Diagram to compare the two heroes.

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K - Higher Ed
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English Language Arts
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