Ocean Connections

Welcome to Ocean Connections, our remote learning curriculum targeted towards students in grades 4-8. Dive in as we explore climate change, wildlife, pollution, and sustainable solutions!

Ocean Connections is a 5-day remote learning curriculum funded by National Geographic’s COVID-19 Remote Learning Emergency Fund consisting of daily lesson videos, guided notes, discussion questions, and thought provoking, actionable activities.

For answer keys and further discussion prompts, please email us here.


For Educators:

Teacher Instructions
Feedback Questionnaire

Introduction

Presentation Template

Lesson 1: Climate Changers

Guided Notes
Social Media Activity
Discussion Questions

Lesson 2: Saving Our Wildlife

Guided Notes
Adopt a Species Worksheet
Discussion Questions
Supplemental Reading: Marine Mammal Research Program
Supplemental Reading: Cascadia Research Collective
Life of a Marine Mammal Researcher

Lesson 3: The Plastic Planet

Guided Notes
The Hunt for Plastic Activity
Discussion Questions

Lesson 4: A Sustainable Future

Guided Notes
Write a letter
Discussion Questions

Lesson 5: Your Role