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River Research

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Students use the internet to research the streams and rivers found in Illinois. Using the information, they identify and describe the rivers and streams along with the physical characteristics of a river ecosystem. They share what they collect on a webpage with the class.

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rivers

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Grade
5th - 9th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
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Research

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