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5th graders hold ‘wax museum’ at Mankato Elementary

Biography project with a twist
By Tony Peregrin
Published: May 2, 2025 at 6:52 PM CDT
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MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Students at Franklin Elementary pick a historical figure that interests them and then perform as that figure for their underclassmen. With the push of a cardboard button, History comes to life.

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