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The Missouri Headwaters: A Confluence of Cultures Lesson PlanThe Missouri Headwaters: A Confluence of Cultures Lesson Plan
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The Missouri Headwaters: A Confluence of Cultures

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Fourth graders research and analyze how people create and change structures of power, authority and government diversity. They review their civic responsibilities. In addition, they identity the major responsibilities of local, state, tribal and federal government with technology as the vehicle.

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4th
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Social Studies & History
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4 days

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