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Wetlands in Danger

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Fifth graders investigate the characteristics of wetlands. They conduct Internet research, complete a class KWL chart, and write a persuasive essay as a final project.

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wetland ecosystems

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wetlands, science
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Grade
5th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Research
Year
1996

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