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Transportation's affect on the Growth of Cities in the United States Lesson PlanTransportation's affect on the Growth of Cities in the United States Lesson Plan
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Transportation's affect on the Growth of Cities in the United States

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Eighth graders identify the major advancements that have been made in transportation throughout U.S. history (waterways, horses, steam power, railroads, automobiles, etc.) They access websites imbedded in this plan and answer questions about transportation.

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canals

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canals, transportation, social studies
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Grade
8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Research

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