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Young scholars examine the trait of courage. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students discuss what it means to be courageous and identify the courageous acts the signers of the Declaration showed. Young scholars research the contributions of other courageous Americans.

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courage, colonial america, the declaration of independence

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Social & Emotional Learning, colonial america, courage, declaration of independence, social studies
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Grade
5th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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