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Learn about American contributions to the development of transportation–from the invention of the wheel to the first airplane. This printable features two pages of nonfiction text about transportation firsts. It includes a map that notes where the first steamboat, steam locomotive, automobile, and airplane originated.

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U.S. History Little Books Famous Events
U.S. History Little Books Famous Events
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Encourage youngsters to learn about people, places, and events in American history by making and reading their own Little Books.

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Indoor Recess Choice Board Activities for Elementary

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Indoor Recess Choice Board Activities for Elementary

This menu features a selection of simple and engaging student-choice indoor recess activities.

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Movement Activities for Elementary Students

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Movement Activities for Elementary Students

Break up the day and get your students moving with these movement activities for elementary students.

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Simple STEAM Suggestions

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Simple STEAM Suggestions

Bring Science,Technology, Engineering, Art and Math into the classroom with these fun, cross-curricular projects for ele...

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Learn About the Pony Express

Although it only existed for 18 months, the Pony Express set the stage for the modern-day postal service.

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Myths About Explorers

Most people think ...... Christopher Columbus discovered America.

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All About the Typewriter

Interesting facts and fun activities related to the typewriter.

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Learn About the Growth of the USA

The borders of the United States changed drastically between 1783 and 1959. Learn how the nation expanded.

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Transportation Firsts Layered Little Book

Assemble a layered book detailing important innovations in transportation throughout history.

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Learn About the Invention of the Light Bulb

Learn how Edison invented the light bulb.

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