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The Life Cycle of Butterflies, Day 2 Lesson PlanThe Life Cycle of Butterflies, Day 2 Lesson Plan
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The Life Cycle of Butterflies, Day 2

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Second graders extend their knowledge of life cycles to other animals. They demonstrate their understanding that at the beginning of an animal's life cycle, some young animals represent the adult while others do not. They will participate in a variety of investigations to support their learning.

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2nd
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