Beavers to the Rescue

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creek

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A natural stream of water that is smaller than a river.

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dam

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A wall built across a creek or river to hold back water. Beavers can build dams from sticks and mud to make water deeper for them to live in.

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sponge

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A cleaning pad that sucks up water and holds onto it.

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erosion

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The wearing away of something by wind or water. Fast-moving water can cause erosion in creeks.

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lodge

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A beaver’s home. A beaver’s lodge is made out of wood and mud and is shaped like a hill.

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