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Aztec Floating Gardens

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Aztecs created amazing hydroponic gardens called Chinampas, to grow their crops. Learners in grades k-7 engage in four mini-experiments to understand just how amazing floating gardens are. Tip: A perfect way to bring science into your next social studies lesson.

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K - 7th
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Science
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