Oceanography

In this unit, students will explore ocean formation, topography, biodiversity, and food chains to develop an understanding of ocean ecosystems. Students will construct explanations around ocean formation and stratification, research and classify organisms, and develop models of ocean food chains. This unit will also help students learn how to make observations, organize data, and develop and refine models. 

Hands-on Activities: 

• Water percentage globe demonstration and pie chart 
• Land and oceans development over time flipbook 
• Ocean stratification lab 
• Ocean biodiversity Venn diagram  
• Ocean zones foldable and animal classification 
• Ocean food web creation and scratchboard 

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS):

MS-ESS1-4 • MS-ESS2-4 • MS-LS2-3 • MS-ESS2-6 

Visual Arts Standards:

VA:Cr2.7.3 • VA:Cr2.8.1