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Sixth graders create products that feature the importance of water conservation. In this environmental stewardship instructional activity, 6th graders explore the water cycle and conduct on water usage. Students also research water pollution and conservation efforts. As a culminating project, students create short movies or animations featuring their findings.

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water conservation, conservation, water, natural resources

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natural resources, running water, water conservation, science
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6th
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Science
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