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Young scholars demonstrate how Native Americans were philanthropic. For this philanthropy lesson, students read Squanto's Journey and brainstorm ways that the Native Americans were helpful towards the Pilgrims. Young scholars reflect on the long-term effects of their kindness and perform acts of kindness themselves.

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philanthropy, pilgrims, colonial america, native americans, squanto

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K - 2nd
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English Language Arts
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