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Science Buddies: M&m Survival Challenge Unit PlanScience Buddies: M&m Survival Challenge Unit Plan
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Science Buddies
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Science Buddies: M&m Survival Challenge

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In the wild, there are two types of animals: the hunters and the hunted. A good predator is always on the prowl for fresh prey. What can an animal do to stay off of the menu? Find out how some animals use camouflage, and why sometimes it is best to blend in with your surroundings. In this experiment, you will be the hungry predator hunting for M&M prey. So work up that appetite and go hunting. You might be surprised at which M&Ms avoid your grasp.

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camouflage, prey, survival

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blending in, hunter, zoology life science project, 3-ls4-3, science buddies, habitat, predator, animal habitats

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
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