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What is dust?

From Mystery Doug

What is dust?
7 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScience
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "What is dust?" -- and follows the clues. Dust is a mix of tiny bits -- flakes of skin, fabric fibers, soil, pollen, and even specks from outer space. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "What is dust?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about dust, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: dust, particle, fiber.

Try it: Explain the answer to "What is dust?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.