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Students listen to the book, Columbus Day, by Paul Showers and discuss the historical significance of Christopher Columbus. They create Columbus Day booklets, sing a Christopher Columbus song, and develop graphic organizers.

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columbus day, christopher columbus, explorers, the age of exploration

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christopher columbus, columbus day, explorers, social studies
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2nd - 5th
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Social Studies & History
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