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Hudson Canyon Expedition; Fishy Deep Sea Designs!
Learners explore the physical location of deep water habitats along the Hudson Shelf Valley and in Hudson Canyon. They study the basic characteristics of the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones with regard to depth, temperature, pres
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Results and Conclusions
Fourth graders practice using the scientific method. In this results and conclusions lesson, 4th graders review data collected, create a graph of their data and make their final conclusions about the information collected.
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Species on the Edge
Students study science. In this endangered species lesson plan, students examine sea turtles and actions that can be taken to help keep them alive. They work in small groups to research different species of turtles and share their...
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Hawaiian Monk Seal Jeopardy
Learners explore the Hawaiian monk seal. In this science instructional activity, students read about the monk seal and participate in a game in which they answer questions about the Hawaiian monk seal.
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Adaptations-What a Concept
Learners study the pink river dolphin and how it has adapted to its environment. In this adaptations lesson students construct a map that represents certain relationships.
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Website Scavenger Hunt
Students use the internet to complete a species scavenger hunt. In groups, they answer questions given to them about sea lions, rockfish and killer whales. As a class, they identify any questions they have and discuss the role...
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Loggerhead Nest Management Program
Students identify the sea turtle management documentary and complete an activity for each slide. They plot the location of nests laid on the island they patrol and discuss their rationale for management decisions. Finally, students...
Other
Seafriends Marine Conservation and Education Centre: Oceanography: Waves
A very detailed article on the characteristics of waves and wave behavior. It discusses the influence waves have on the marine environment and the global climate, the physics of wave motion, the interactions between waves and wind, wave...
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian: Ocean Planet: Interdisciplinary Marine Science Activities
Smithsonian Institution presents ?Ocean Planet: Interdisciplinary Marine Science Activities?. Through this series of six interdisciplinary lessons, students will look at such things as the organisms in different marine ecosystems, the...
National Geographic
National Geographic: Marine Protected Areas Management
In this instructional activity, students read a case study and debate the pros and cons of a Marine Protected Area (MPA) in the region. Then they select a Marine Protected Area and develop and present a management plan for it.
Other
Mcsuk: Seas Fit for Life
In this thorough site, you will find lots of teacher resources including marine environmental issues.
US Fish and Wildlife Service
U.s. Fish and Wildlife Service: Marine Turtle Conservation Fund
Seven species of marine turtles navigate the oceans. Six of these seven species are considered endangered. Learn about the Marine Turtle Conservation Act of 2004 and a little about these ancient animals and the threats to their existence.
Other
Wwf: Conservation Programs ~ Forests and Freshwater
An historic agreement was signed to establish the largest freshwater reserve in the world, on the largest lake in the world, Lake Superior. This is Canada's first National Marine Conservation Area. Learn about this and the many species...
Other
Vancouver Aquarium/career as a Marine Biologist
Practical information about becoming a marine biologist. Site includes brief interviews with two professionals. Has listing of Canadian colleges with degrees in marine biology.
Other
Glover's Reef Marine Reserve
This Glover's Reef Marine Reserve site gives information one of Belize's marine reserves. It discusses all aspects of the reserve including why it is necessary and what types of wildlife and plants live there. This site offers links to...
NOAA
Noaa: National Marine Fisheries Headquarters
This home page provides links to fisheries organizations, research and regulations.
MarineBio Conservation Society
Marine Bio: Marine Iguanas
Illustrated reference tool features useful information on the marine iguana with details on physical characteristics, behavior, range, habitat, diet, and conservation status.
BBC
Bbc: Science and Nature: Animals on the Edge: Marine Turtles
Get an overview of the problems facing marine turtles. What is threatening them, and what actions can you take to solve this problem.
Other
Parks Canada
Has links to all of the national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas in Canada.
NOAA
Noaa: Marine Turtles
The NOAA Fisheries gives a brief overview of the conservation efforts, threat, and the status of the seven marine turtle species. Be sure to click on the individual species to get more information.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium: Blue Whale (Balenoptera Musculus)
Resource that gives information on the diet, range, relatives of the blue whale. Conservation notes and cool facts are also included. There are links to similar information on dozens of other types of marine life.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Mollusks
Thorough reference tool explores the mollusk with a description, pictures, and maps. Includes facts on ecology, history, behavior, evolution, conservation, and external links. The mollusk image is no longer available.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Spiny Rayed Fishes
Extensive resource examines spiny rayed fishes with a description, pictures, and maps. Includes facts on habitat, history, behavior, conservation, and external links.
Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy: Coral Reefs of Palau: Nature's Amazing Underwater Cities
This lesson takes students on a virtual field trip to the coral reefs of Palau where they will explore amazing underwater cities found near a remote network of islands in the Pacific Ocean. Learn all about an ecosystem of symbiosis....