JMG Level 2 Operation Thistle — Seeds of Despair
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- August 31, 2021
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Through dozens of exciting and fun activities, students can investigate plant growth and development, take part in service-learning projects, and earn certification--all while undertaking an urgent mission to defeat Dr. Thistle! (204 pp.)
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