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social studies: Life in Colonial America

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Students explore the trials and tribulations early colonial life and note its successes. Through literature, Internet research, and interactive software, they engage in various activities to evaluate early social and cultural development.

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parliament, plantations, the triangular trade

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parliament, plantation, triangular trade, english language arts
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3rd - 5th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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14 days
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