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Ocean Pollution

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Students explore ocean pollution.  In this ecology lesson, students view a video entitled This Pretty Planet and identify common biodegradable products. Students participate in activities designed to simulate the negative effects of pollution on plants and animals, and brainstorm ways they can help keep the ocean clean.

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character development, characters, ocean pollution, pollution, oceans, ecology, civic duty, civics

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biodegradability, character development, civic responsibility, ecology, ocean pollution, science
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Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
Technology
Video

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