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The Long Walk Of Nelson Mandela Lesson PlanThe Long Walk Of Nelson Mandela Lesson Plan
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The Long Walk Of Nelson Mandela

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Students are introduced to the influences, philosophies and accomplishments of Nelson Mandela in the context of South Africa's political history. They read summaries, define vocabulary, develop guidelines for creating laws and participate in a variety of discussions.

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apartheid, nelson mandela, south africa

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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2 hrs
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