Kerosene heaters such as this one were used to heat one-room schoolhouses during the cold winter months. The heater was portable and could be moved throughout the schoolhouse when it was convenient. Content can be used with the following standards: 4th grade SS 4.25 Technological Changes in a lesson on objects used before the development of electricity to provide heat and light. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.036.002 [Heater, Kerosene]
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