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California Kelp Forest Restoration

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This unit is so cool, you won't be able to "kelp" yourself! Intended for all grades, this science and activity guide for teachers offers a unique opportunity to understand kelp's role as a valuable ecological resource. Teachers and young scholars look closely at the life history of giant kelp, and discover the wildlife that depend on the kelp forest. Learners also explore concerns related to the decline in kelp and ways to restore it.

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Concepts

marine ecosystems, marine life, wildlife, ocean habitats, the pacific ocean, ecosystems, algae, photosynthesis, food chains, ocean pollution, plankton, phytoplankton, zooplankton, seaweed, spores

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

Create an ocean-themed word wall that incorporates kelp vocabulary

Classroom Considerations

Grade levels are indicated with text sizes. Large text indicates primary grades, and smaller text indicates secondary and high school grades
No answer key is necessary because the activities are open-ended
Microscope and kelp samples are needed for the experiment portion for secondary grades
Be sure to review all materials needed before beginning experiments

Pros

All reproducibles are provided

Cons

Activities are not appropriate for every grade level

Common Core

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