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Local History Mapping My SpotArts · Media Arts · Grades 6–8Lesson plan

Jump to: Preparation Procedure Evaluation Students often think of history as tattered documents, worn photographs, and musty books, all of which have little or no relevance to their lives. Maps provide an often-overlooked source of information and a new and compelling perspective on the past. By revising the work of early twentieth century cartographers, and understanding the underlying motivation for their work, students can claim a historical spot of their own. In an era of great mobility and

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