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Shorts in January? Is Climate Change Good for Us? Lesson PlanShorts in January? Is Climate Change Good for Us? Lesson Plan
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Shorts in January? Is Climate Change Good for Us?

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Students explore climate change and the idea that it brings a number of uncertainties about how regions are affected, particularly in the north. Students discuss the advantages and disadvantages that climate change may have for them. Students create a presentation from their research.

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Grade
4th - 7th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins

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