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Teaching George Washington Through Character Education and Literacy

Explore the 250th anniversary through the life and character of George Washington. Learn about seven core character traits that define stages of Washington's life through literacy, and collaborate on ideas for integrating living history and historic artifacts into lessons. Designed for elementary and special education teachers in formal K-12 settings.

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Fri · Oct 16 · 9:00 AM ET
Venue
Bennington Museum
Bennington, VT
Organizer
George Washington's Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Price
Free

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