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Common Lit: "Stress for Success" by Alison Pearce Stevens Unit PlanCommon Lit: "Stress for Success" by Alison Pearce Stevens Unit Plan
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Common Lit: "Stress for Success" by Alison Pearce Stevens

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In this article, "Science News for Students" explores the ways that stress can be both harmful and helpful in our daily lives. As you read, take note of the different functions of stress. How can we learn to manage our stress, and in some cases, even allow it to help us? [Free account registration required for specific tools.]

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