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Grades K-2, 3-5

Why do People Need Space?

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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SUBJECTS: Science, Social Studies

TOPICS: Population Density

Resource Overview

An elementary-level reading that discusses our needs for personal and ecological space.

Unit for elementary grades covers population density

How Do I Get This Reading?

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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