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Seventh graders complete a unit of lessons on Native Americans. They analyze Native American cultures, create a Native American artifact for a Living Museum, and develop a tour of the museum using a digital camera and a Powerpoint presentation.

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native american culture, native americans

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Grade
7th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
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