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Why Milton Hershey Chose Derry Township to Build His Factory Lesson Plan

Why Milton Hershey Chose Derry Township to Build His Factory Lesson Plan

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Students determine how push/pull factors convinced Milton Hershey to build his chocolate factory in Derry Township. In this geography skills lesson, students complete an anticipation guide, read about push/pull factors, and discuss why Hershey built his factory in Derry Township.

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6th - 8th

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Social Studies & History

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