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Gray Whales

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Explore the majestic grey whale while deepening your understanding of animal adaptations. Grey whales from head to toe are specifically designed to fit their environment. Learners will examine the ways in which the flippers, head, body, and tail of the grey whale help them survive in the wilds of the ocean. This lesson isn't just about animal adaptations and grey whales, it's also about writing to inform an audience. This is an excellent cross-curricular lesson!

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animal adaptations, adaptations

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gray whales:, adaptations, animal adaptations, science
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4th - 6th
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Science
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