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Students investigate Native American culture by researching the Internet.  In this U.S. History lesson, students read online field reports about exploration and the history of Native Americans in the United States.  Students create a presentation for their class and self evaluate their work afterwards. 

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3rd - 4th
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English Language Arts
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4 days
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