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Immigration - A Promise of Better Life

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What a great way to discuss European immigration in the 1700's to 1800's in America. Learners identify regions where immigration occurred, list the reasons people moved to the United States, and interview an immigrant about their experience. This is a motivating way to discuss this topic.

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Grade
5th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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1 hr
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