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Seventh graders build a watershed from various materials. In this life science lesson plan, the students will be able to change the design of their watershed to see the changes in the way the water will drain. Each group will be able to make a unique design of the watershed for testing purposes.

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watersheds, water, topography

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drainage, storm water, topography, watershed, programs
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Grade
7th
Subjects
Science
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Inquiry-Based Learning
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