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Characteristics of Snakes and Turtles

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Young scholars examine the characteristics of snakes and turtles and compare/contrast reptiles with mammals. They watch a video, answer discussion questions, complete information charts, conduct Internet research, and create a habitat diorama.

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mammals, reptiles, snakes, turtles

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mammals, reptiles, snakes, turtles, science
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1st - 4th
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Science
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