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This The Cuban Missile Crisis lesson plan also includes:
- The Cuban Missile Crisis - 8th Grade
- Duck and Cover
- John F. Kennedy Speech, October 22, 1962
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This is the perfect introduction to the Cuban Missile Crisis for your young learners. The lesson includes an engaging mock air raid, in-depth discussions, audio of President Kennedy's speech to the nation, and an event overview.
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- Excellent worksheets are provided to support all activities
- Includes several photographs and advertisements from the period
- Best teaching practices used throughout the lesson
- Detailed instructional guidelines
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