The Guardian – Sarah Marsh
“Teaching about oceans can float a whole raft of creative lesson ideas. From transforming your classroom into a submarine or getting students to create fish and chips displays with marine-friendly messages, the vast expanse of the seas can be explored in many ways. Where before the key stage 1 to 3 geography curriculum was fairly land locked, teachers are now expected to develop their students’ knowledge of globally significant places “both terrestrial and marine”. While many curriculum changes are met with groans, the mystery of the deep blue sea is a fantastic opportunity to enliven and engage your students. Oceans education isn’t the reserve of enthusiastic geography teachers – it can inspire children in science, literacy, art and much more. So if you’re looking for ways to engage your students about oceans, here’s a collection of lesson ideas to help you. Don’t forget Monday 8 June marks World Oceans Day – the perfect excuse to dive in.”(more)