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Dolphin Documentary

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Students create a movie, out of paper, based on their knowledge of dolphin natural history. Students brainstorm what they know about dolphins and draw pictures of the dolphin facts. When the pictures are placed end to end they create a movie roll for students to watch.

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K - 3rd
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Science
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