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A 14-clue crossword introducing archaeology terms and the Chumash people of California. Clues cover tools like arrowheads and awls, artifacts and excavation sites, and details about how the Chumash used acorns and deer bones. Suited for social studies classes studying Native American history or archaeology methods.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
Archaeology
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated May 2019

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