Make and Read a Compass

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Students construct a compass out of household objects and then learn how to read it. This social studies activity encourages important life skills.

Grade:

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6 |

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Subjects:

Life Skills

Social Studies and History

Health and Safety

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Survival

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This resource book provides a higher level, integrated thematic unit of study on wilderness survival.

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