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First graders identify and describe landforms. They demonstrate an understanding of the compass rose and a map key using the trail of Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery. They generate a map key.

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the lewis and clark expedition

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lewis and clark, mapping, social studies
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Grade
1st
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
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Project-Based Learning
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