Charging Ahead

August 30, 2019

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Do you ride a school bus? Most school buses are powered by gas. It harms the environment. Some people want to switch to ELECTRIC BUSES. These buses are powered by batteries. Electric buses are better for the environment. What do you think? Should schools switch to electric buses?

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