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Students practice verbal and nonverbal communication in order to help clarify true feelings of tragedy. They communicate also about the gratitude for people who are community helpers.

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community service, volunteering, fire, law enforcement

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community helpers, fire, police, rescue, social studies
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Grade
K - 2nd
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr

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