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Micro-Organisms

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Students investigate microscopic life by viewing video clips.  In this organisms lesson, students view photographs and video clips on the internet of micro-organisms and discuss the harms and benefits of the creatures.  Students complete a micro-organism online activity as well as a worksheet.

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Grade
3rd - 4th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 hrs
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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