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Hazard Alert

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Students examine data regarding the occurrence of natural hazards as they occur in the United States. They record data on a classroom chart, map the areas affected by the hazards, and analyze and discuss conclusions drawn from the information collected.

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environmental hazards, the environment

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natural hazards, natural hazards in the u.s, science
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Grade
5th - 7th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
Year
1998

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