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Cultural Symbols are Cool

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Fifth graders recognize pioneer symbols and create a personal symbol. They, in groups, each get a state symbol and have them discuss why that symbol represents Utah. Have the groups select a spokesperson to share group findings with the class.

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Grade
5th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
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Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
Year
1997
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