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The Declaration and a Dream

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The Declaration and a Dream
TypeIntellectual
Level of careIndependent Living
Best inJuly
Printables10 handouts

Travel back to 1776 to explore the birth of our nation. We'll read powerful excerpts from the Declaration of Independence, discuss the courage of the founding generation, and share our own thoughts on the meaning of 'life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.'

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