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Exploring the Hudson in 1609

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While this lesson plan focuses on a study of the Hudson River, it could be used as a template for a discussion of map skills, converting measurements, and plotting a route. The lesson plan includes vocabulary and other resources to make it a richer experience.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
unit conversion, map skills, distance, measurement, miles

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exploring the hudson, map skills, robert juet's journal, distance, linear measurement, convert units, miles, real-life applications, math
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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Modeling

Common Core

5.MD.A.1

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