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The Tree for a Canoe

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Third graders listen to a presentation given by a local navigator. Working in small groups, they conduct research on how Hawaiians obtain trees suitable for canoes. The groups present their findings to the class and submit individual research papers.

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Grade
3rd
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Research

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