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"Leo & Layla: Elizabeth Blackwell" Lesson Plan

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Students in grades 3-5 will learn about Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female doctor in the United States, and her determination to achieve her dreams despite significant obstacles. They will explore her journey, the challenges she faced, and the significance of her achievements, highlighting how she forged her own path when no other woman had done so before her, demonstrating the importance of perseverance and breaking barriers.

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"Leo & Layla: Elizabeth Blackwell" Lesson Plan