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Grade
2nd - 5th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
45 mins
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Year
2003
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Discuss It

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A key part of learning about different people and things is knowing how to have a constructive discussion in a respectful way. The class establishes a set of rules for their discussion and then begins a conversation about a wide array of cultural issues or topics. Note: The lesson plan was written for an Australian audience, but it could be modified to fit any country or location. 

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social studies

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