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Rivers and Streams

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In this rivers and streams worksheet, students explore how rivers and streams react with the environment. Students also study where the major rivers flow in their local areas. Activities are provided that help students visualize the erosion pattern caused by rivers.

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rivers, streams

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Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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