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Kat’s Creative Corner: Colonial Chores

Colonial Chores

What chores do you do at home? How are they different from the chores kids used to do during colonial times? Look closely at some of the objects on display in the Making Connecticut exhibit to explore how colonial kids helped out around the house. Then, play a game of colonial chores charades!

Download Instructions Here
Download Charades Cards Here

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