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Story Quilt Project Lesson Plan

Story Quilt Project Lesson Plan

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Story Quilt Project

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Students investigate how quilt making was a family and community activity. They read and discuss books, complete various handouts, and create a paper quilt celebrating philanthropic activities.

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quilts, sewing, home economics

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quilt project, quilts, story quilt project, social studies

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3rd - 5th

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English Language Arts

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Activities & Projects

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Project-Based Learning

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