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History of the Local Community

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Young scholars research their local communities and identify the founding fathers of their city and county. In this communities lesson plan, students research using the library and internet. Young scholars also interview citizens who have lived in their city a long time.

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cities, counties, the founding fathers

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city, Community, county, economic activities, founding fathers, social studies
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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