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Give a Hoot - Don't Pollute at Black Bayou Lake Lesson PlanGive a Hoot - Don't Pollute at Black Bayou Lake Lesson Plan
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Give a Hoot - Don't Pollute at Black Bayou Lake

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Fourth graders visit Black Bayou Lake refuge to observe the effects of land and water pollution. They photograph examples of pollution. They list the effects of land and water pollution. They write a persuasive letter to convince others of the harmful effects of pollution.

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4th
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Science
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