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Pre-Colonial Native American Groups Lesson PlanPre-Colonial Native American Groups Lesson Plan
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Pre-Colonial Native American Groups

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Students investigate U.S. history by researching the Internet and taking a test. In this American Indian group lesson, students identify the many specific Native American tribes and their geographic locations. Students research the web and view PowerPoint presentations before completing a Native American test.

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