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Learning About the Kumeyaay Indians

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Third graders research the Native American nation of Kumeyaay. Scholars use the internet to research past history. Through email, 3rd graders communicate with a Kumeyaay child to discover life on a present day reservation. They create a presentation to share with the class. Learners send a note of thanks to their email pals.

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3rd
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English Language Arts
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Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategy
Research

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