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Use these links to learn about notable events of the 20th century.
American Association of School Librarians - Standards for the 21st Century Learner:
1.1.1 Follow an inquiry based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subjects, and make the real world connection for using this process in own life.
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CC.11-12.W.1 Text Types and Purposes: Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence..
CC.11-12.W.7 Research to Build and Present Knowledge: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
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The Norman Rockwell Museum website includes a gallery of Rockwell's work as well as information about his life. Click on the "Collections" tab to browse Rockwell's work, and the "Rockwell" tab to see a timeline of his life and American events.
Use Google to search for information about the events that influenced Norman Rockwell's paintings.
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Norman Rockwell created cover illustrations for "The Saturday Evening Post" for nearly 50 years. Read about Rockwell and his work on the Saturday Evening Post website.
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