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Joltin' Joe Has Left and Gone Away Lesson PlanJoltin' Joe Has Left and Gone Away Lesson Plan
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Joltin' Joe Has Left and Gone Away

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Students assess admirable qualities in entertainers. They discuss Joe DiMaggio's obituary, focusing on his accomplishments and place in American society. They research and create their own descriptive biographies of athletes and entertainers.

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6th - 12th
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English Language Arts
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