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Soaping Up in the Great Lakes Lesson PlanSoaping Up in the Great Lakes Lesson Plan
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Soaping Up in the Great Lakes

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Pupils investigate the effects of a variety of cleaning agents on the biotic and abiotic properties in the Great Lakes. They work with student from other schools to determine a workable solution that reduces the impact of cleaning agents on the Lakes.

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abiotic factors, biotic factors

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abiotic, biotic, science
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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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