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Where Did It Begin?

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Students work together to research the oldest forms of writing in the world and the materials used to create them. They explore the cultures that used this early form of writing and draw conclusions about why specific symbols were used. They locate the areas on a map and share their information with the class.

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Grade
5th - 6th
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English Language Arts
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