Oceans

Learners complete a variety of activities in preparation for a unit on oceans. They discuss their own proximity to the ocean, identify and name the oceans on a globe, and in small groups identify facts about a selected ocean. Students...

Students are read a book about oceans. They participate in an experiment discovering the effects of oil on water. They discuss different types of pollution and how they can be prevented.

Have a whale of a time developing problem solving skills with these ocean-themed word problems. This is an excellent resource that brings math to life for young learners.

Students create a unique, stunning display of the Earth's landforms. They discuss the many different types of the Earth's landforms such as deserts, mountains, oceans, plateaus, coastlines, and marshlands. Students discuss what...

Students gain an understanding of the number of oceans and their names by learning a song. They become aware that there are three zones of the ocean and explore the plants and animals that are found at each level.

Students examine the different creatures living in the oceans by using the Internet. They view photographs and video clips.

Phenomenal underwater imagery is captured in this video. While non-narrated, you could use this video (or a portion of it) to introduce deep sea life to your class.

New species are constantly being discovered deep into the ocean. Observe these interesting fish as they glow and change colors to provide light for themselves and the world around them. There is no narration in this video. Groovy music...

Students make a striking visual display showing the distribution of water on earth.

Children research plant and animal components of marine ecosystem, visualize undersea life, and picture themselves wearing scuba-diving equipment needed to explore underwater. Students then create underwater scene in which they explore...