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Why Polar Bears Are White

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Students are introduced to the concept of camouflage and protective coloration as well as Arctic animals. They examine how color can help animals in the wild. Students discuss where polar bears live and why they are white.

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polar bears, arctic animals, bears, camouflage

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camouflage, polar bears, science
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Grade
K - 1st
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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