Celebrating a Veteran: General Colin Powell

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Language Arts and Writing
Social Studies and History
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Holidays:
Veterans Day
Black History Month

Around Veterans Day, teach students about one of the most decorated and celebrated military generals who also overcame racial boundaries.

This downloadable packet provides a profile of General Colin Powell's accomplishments, followed by some reading comprehension questions and essay prompts for demonstrating deeper understanding.

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