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Grades 6-8
The Human Footprint: Air Pollution and Solid Waste
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Air pollution and solid waste background reading: Trash, pollution, and emissions increase as human population grows and people become wealthier. Students investigate the relationship between people and waste and learn ways to reduce their footprint. Glossary included.
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This reading must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.
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