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Seventh graders select a European explorer and accompany him on his expedition. They are required to record any pertinent information that describes the explorer's journey. Each student also write a letter to the monarch evaluating the journey.

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Grade
7th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
14 days
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Research

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