Idaho History Missionaries

Grade: 4

*This is a lesson I taught as part of an instructional sequence during my student teaching internship.

1. Using the provided textbook, as well as the power point presentation (Integrating Technology), read and discuss the information about the missionaries that came to Idaho.

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2. As you read, fill in the graphic organizer with as many details as possible.

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3. Review and check for understanding.

4. Give each student a piece of construction paper and the picture with the state outline and missionary logo. Have the students fold the construction paper into a brochure and decorate the front as desired. (Integrating Art).

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5. Now give each student a picture page of all the missionaries and scraps of construction paper. Have the students glue pictures to rectangles of paper, write the missionaries names, then write a description of each missionary.

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*For below-level students, allow them to write shorter descriptions. Have correct spellings of names available.