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Science Talk about Mammals and Reptiles/Amphibians Lesson PlanScience Talk about Mammals and Reptiles/Amphibians Lesson Plan
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Third graders use the internet to research mammals, reptiles and amphibians. They list important items about their chosen animal. Students identify characteristics of an animal and where they live. They classify animals as a mammal, reptile, amphibian.

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amphibians, mammals, reptiles

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amphibian, mammal, reptile, science
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Grade
3rd
Subjects
Science
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Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategy
Research

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