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ERIC Number: EJ654656
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-1056-0300
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Virginia's New Hamster: A Thirteen States Mnemonic.
Gallenstein, Nancy L.
Social Studies and the Young Learner, v12 n4 pps1-4 Mar-Apr 2000
Provides an activity that enables students to learn and remember the names of the original thirteen states in the United States. Uses a humorous story that incorporates a mnemonic (a memory aid) strategy. Includes a copy of the story and a map of the original thirteen states in 1776. (CMK)
Descriptors: Colonial History (United States), Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Geography, Geography Instruction, Map Skills, Maps, Memorization, Mnemonics, Social Studies
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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