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Students research famous explorers. In this exploration age lesson, students research the accomplishments of John Cabot, James Cook, Francis Drake, Martin Frobisher, and Henry Hudson. Students use their research findings to create maps of the explorers' routes.

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francis drake, henry hudson, james cook, john cabot, martin frobisher, social studies
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Grade
5th - 7th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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