Welcome
to
the Illinois & Michigan Canal
Virtual Teacher Workshop
The Illinois & Michigan Canal was important in the past as a transportation corridor. The building of the canal fueled the growth of northeastern Illinois towns, increased the market for Illinois farm products, and helped establish Chicago as a trading and transportation hub.
The following lessons are provided as teacher resources on the Illinois & Michigan Canal that can be used in grades 4 -10. By familiarizing yourself with the lessons, maps, and photographs, you will gain a greater understanding of the Illinois & Michigan Canal that you can, in turn, share with your students.
To find out more about I&M Canal education programs: www.canalcor.org or lscott@canalcor.org
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Go directly to Lesson Plan Matrix
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Go directly to Lesson Plan
Overview
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Go to Notes for the Teacher
for an overview of lesson format
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Visit the Summer 98
I & M Workshop Participants
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Resource Page