Should primary graders have their own computers? Should animals be kept in captivity? Young writers learn how to develop and support a claim in this short unit on persuasive writing.

Students explore Earth's most important natural resource, water, and learn about how the planet's aquatic biomes thrive and support life.

Bycatch, the unintended capture of animals in commercial fishing gear, is one of the hottest topics in marine conservation today. About 25% of the entire global catch is bycatch. This surprisingly high level of bycatch is responsible for...

Learn about the coastal ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.

Learn about the intertidal ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.

Learn about the oceanic pelagic ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.

Learn about the coral reef ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.

Why are the reefs disappearing? Use this site to explore the science behind the issue. Useful at several grade levels.

Many people depend on the estuary to earn a living. Meet a Louisiana man who makes his living by harvesting crabs and shrimp, and is worried about the health of the estuary. Includes downloadable teacher guide and student materials.