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Arthropods at Home: Spider, Isopod, or any Arthropod Lesson PlanArthropods at Home: Spider, Isopod, or any Arthropod Lesson Plan
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Second graders observe, discuss, and record the requirements of a healthy environment for both arthropods and people by designing and maintaining an artificial habitat for an arthropod, and considering the requirements for a healthy body and environment.

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2nd
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Science
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4 days
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Inquiry-Based Learning

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