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Educational Resources - Cowboys of the Open Range
Episode Guide
Things To Do
1. Watch Cowboys of the Open Range.
2. Complete Episode Quiz individually or as a group. (Note: The quiz has additional information and related video.)
3. Student Glossary (PDF)
- Print Crossword Puzzle, (answers), and distribute to class.
- Guided Notes(answers)
4. Discussion Cards (PDF)
5. Class Activity - Candy on the Open Range (PDF)
6. The King of the Wolfers - Matt Clasen has been credited with more wolf kills than any other hunter.
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