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Mardi Gras

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Pupils explain why carnivals and Mardi Gras became a famous celebration. They reproduce some of the traditions and customs related to Mardi Gras. They write a persuasive paper on why or why not we should continue to celebrate Mardi Gras.

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Grade
4th - 5th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
14 days
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Project-Based Learning
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