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Modern Living Made Easy

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Middle schoolers explore the history of the Industrial Revolution and how it preceded the development of many modern innovations. They research the history of many modern appliances and decide how they rely on these conveniences everyday.

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industrial revolution, modern conveniences, social studies
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
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Year
2004
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