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Philanthropy And Children Who Are Homeless Lesson 1:  Traveling on the Orphan Train Lesson PlanPhilanthropy And Children Who Are Homeless Lesson 1:  Traveling on the Orphan Train Lesson Plan
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Philanthropy And Children Who Are Homeless Lesson 1: Traveling on the Orphan Train

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Students research how the Orphan Train was an example of philanthropy that was aimed at aiding homeless children. They determine how this philanthropic effort continues now by researching contemporary relief agencies. They participate in a local relief effort.

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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Research
Year
2006
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