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Global Warming: Writing and Editing a Research Report

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Bring environmental issues into your classroom! Practice writing and peer editing research reports on global warming and the greenhouse effect. Middle schoolers can work on their research skills, their writing skills, and how to incorporate their research into their writing. Consider pairing up with the environmental studies teacher for this instructional activity. 

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peer edit, reports, evidence, ccss.ela-literacy.w.11-12.2, ccss.ela-literacy.w.11-12.9, english language arts
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6th - 12th
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English Language Arts
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