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Solving Science Mysteries Lesson PlanSolving Science Mysteries Lesson Plan
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6th - 12th
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Solving Science Mysteries

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Young scholars choose a science-related mystery to investigate such as the Loch Ness Monster or Bigfoot. They, in groups, research theories and give a persuasive talk presenting the theory they feel to be most likely.

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the bermuda triangle

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bermuda triangle, bigfoot, loch ness monster, science

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