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Mesa Verde/Blue Mesa
Kind of Activity:
Technology
Objective:
Students will explore Mesa Verde National Park's website to better understand the Blue Mesa.
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.9, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.3
Structure:
Cather was inspired to write "Tom Outland's Story" after a visit to Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado. This activity will allow students to understand the real-life inspiration for Tom's Blue Mesa.
Begin by having students watch the Park Orientation Video. Ask them about their first impressions. How is Mesa Verde similar to the Blue Mesa and Cliff City? Next, have tell students to virtually...
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