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Bye-Bye Bison

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Fourth graders investigate the bison's struggle for survival. They discuss the importance of bison while participating in an role playing activity showing how important the food supply and surroundings are to their survival.

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bison, native americans

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Grade
4th
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Science
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Resource Type
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Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Simulation

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