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MATERIALS, Using What’s Local: Native Materials, Local Sources Lesson PlanMATERIALS, Using What’s Local: Native Materials, Local Sources Lesson Plan
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Students consider the development of different societies. In this environmental building lesson, students consider local resources and how societies choose to use them. Students use their findings to design a 'green' building for use in their local environment.

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renewable resources

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bioregions, development of different societies, local economy, regional building materials, renewable resource, science
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategies
Inquiry-Based Learning
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Year
2010
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