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Educational Resources - East River, West River
Episode Guide
Things To Do
1. Watch East River, West River.
2. Complete Episode Quiz individually or as a group. (Note: The quiz has additional information and related video.)
3. Student Glossary (PDF)
- - Print Crossword Puzzle, (answers), and distribute to class.
4. Discussion Cards (PDF)
5. Class Activity - That's Not My Habitat (PDF): The differences between the habitats found in East and West River are immense, resulting in a diverse population of plants and animals across South Dakota. During this activity your students will participate in a hands-on observation and habitat challenge.
6. Class Activity - Tissue Paper Mural - Corn Palace: During this activity, your students will learn about the world’s only Corn Palace. Then they will complete an activity in which they will create or recreate a Corn Palace mural using tissue paper.
Episode Script
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