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Exhibiting Your Knowledge

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Young scholars are introduced to the various museum functions. In groups, they create a traveling exhibition based on Gutenberg's invention and the first printed book. They share their exhibition with the class and answer any questions presented.

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6th - 10th
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English Language Arts
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