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Marilyn's Reflection

My project is about saving the stray cats. I made cat treats and I will sell them. All the money
I raise, I will donate to an animal shelter. All the money will go to saving the stray cats. I learned lots of things. I learned how to make cat treats. I learned how to save the stray cats. I  learned how much fun learning can be. learning can be awesome. I feel great about genius hour! It was hard but fun. It was hard work, but over all,it was great!


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  1. erinwolfhopeJune 6, 2017 at 5:41 AM

    Marilyn, this is so great, "I learned how much fun learning can be. Learning can be awesome." You are so right!!

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