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Introduction to Air Quality Lesson

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Created by Teacher(s): Emiliano Amaro, Lindsey Pockl|Published on: October 19, 2021
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In this lesson, students are introduced to air quality and the Environmental Protection Agency through reading the book Why Is Coco Orange?

Inquire: Using a KWL chart, students brainstorm what they know about air quality and what they want to learn.
Investigate: Students read Why Is Coco Orange?, a story about a chameleon and how his skin changes color depending on the air quality.
Inspire: Students complete a journal entry based on the lesson.
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Subjects: English Language Arts
Duration: 55 minutes
Region: Global
Posted on Oct 19, 2021

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Emiliano Amaro

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