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Students analyze the lifetime accomplishments of Muhammad Ali in the area of sports and his role as a catalyst for social change.

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african americans, social progress

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african americans, boxing, muhammad ali, social change, social studies
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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 day

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