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Second Graders Create Their Own Social Studies Book

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Students develop their own social studies textbook. Students gain knowledge of American immigration and Ellis Island. Students discover the process of becoming a naturalized citizen and what it means to be a citizen

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ellis island, united states immigration

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american immigration, ellis island, social studies
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2nd
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Social Studies & History
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14 days
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