Ocean+Videos

=We will create a Public Service Announcement (PSA).= =We will gather information about the ocean from various sources.= =Explore a Tidepool= media type="custom" key="28760934" =Earth from BrainPop, Jr. (only works at P.S. 48)= What are the three main layers of the Earth? Why is the Earth called the Blue Planet? Is this important: why or why not? What are the different environments on Earth?
 * We will watch videos about the ocean. We will record notes in our science journal.
 * We will read articles about the ocean. We will record notes in our science journal.
 * We will conduct scientific experiments about the ocean. We will record our findings in our science journal.

=Ocean Habitat from BrainPop, Jr. (only works at P.S. 48)= Learn about the three layers of the ocean. Complete the quiz before and after you watch the video.

As you watch, can you find the answers to these questions: 1. What are the three layers of the ocean? 2. What animals live in each layer of the ocean? 3. Where do most plants and animals live in the ocean?

=Natural Resources from BrainPop, Jr. (only works at P.S. 48)= What are natural resources? What is the difference between NONrenewable and renewable natural resources? What happens when humans burn fossil fuels? How can you help save natural resources?

=Extinct and Endangered Species from BrainPop, Jr. (only works at P.S. 48)= Learn about the three layers of the ocean. As you watch, can you find the answers to these questions: 1. What does "extinct" mean? What does "endangered" mean? 2. What changes have humans caused that has caused plants and animals to become endangered? :( 3. How can we protect endangered species?

=Public Service Announcements= Learn some more tips for making a public service announcements.

Here is Mr. Czarka's example of a public service announcement regarding the Snow Leopard. media type="custom" key="21902342"

=Reading Material About Endangered Animal Species That Call the Ocean Home= Read this article. Look at the pictures. Which animal do you REALLY feel needs YOUR help? Use this graphic organizer to organize your information. Don't forget to record the citation at the bottom.

=Mr. Czarka Explores the Ocean with NOAA.= So can you! What will you be when you grow up? I love investigating the natural world. media type="custom" key="22103084"

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