Explorer Museum

I am extremely proud of our young Explorers!!  This project was a lot of hard work, but it sparked such interest in this important part of our American story.  History becomes meaningful when students get a chance to act it out. Thank you for all of your support!  Stay tuned for our next unit which focuses on the colonies of Jamestown and Plymouth.  Happy Friday!!
 
 














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