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Quebec Travelogue

Create a travelogue about Quebec, the province where Grandpa Nye's ancestors first established their families in North America. Be sure to include highlights of attractions, events and natural resources that will appeal to people considering a trip to this beautiful region.

Grandpa Nye's House

Let the students create a diorama or drawing of the house where Grandpa Nye lived in Cincinnati, complete with its wild lawn.

Dinner with Grandpa Nye

Imagine that you are having the Nye family over to dinner. Who else would you invite? What would you talk about? What would you serve? What music selections would you listen to?

Dress the Part

Do some research on clothing styles of 1940s when Vanessa was a teenager. Download images from the Internet on royalty-free sites and create a style board of clothing and accessories for men, women and children for all seasons.

Create Grandpa Nye's Timeline

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