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Critical Reading- Air Pollution and Asthma Lesson PlanCritical Reading- Air Pollution and Asthma Lesson Plan
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Critical Reading- Air Pollution and Asthma

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Students read two different articles which present the scientific issue of asthma, the causes, and the rising rates in our society. Students read for facts and examine whether or not the scientists have a political point of view. Students complete a worksheet about one article and have a discussion on the issue of air pollution's role in asthma.

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Grade
7th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Research
Year
2004

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