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The Geography of Maine Tourism Lesson PlanThe Geography of Maine Tourism Lesson Plan
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The Geography of Maine Tourism

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Students study topographical maps of Maine to identify the important physical features. They work in groups to create tourism pamphlet highlighting a region of the state.

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physical geography

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information pamphlets, physical features, social studies
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Grade
5th - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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