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Immigration History Firsthand Lesson Plan

Immigration History Firsthand Lesson Plan

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Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this immigration lesson, students conduct research regarding Ellis Island and the American immigrant experience. Students use their research findings to create immigration posters.

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american immigration policies, immigration, primary source research skills, social studies

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6th - 8th

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Social Studies & History

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