[Surnetkids] The Ocean

Dear Reader,

Today’s topic is in celebration of World Oceans Day (June 8th). But Father’s Day is just around the corner, so here are some Father’s Day resources to enjoy.

Father’s Day coloring pages — free to print and color in seconds

Father’s Day Poems — recommended sites from Surfnetkids.com

Father’s Day Fun — a collection of gift ideas, tips, games, and activities

Printable Father’s Day Cards

See ya on the Net,
Barbara J. Feldman
“Surfing the Net with Kids”
https://www.surfnetkids.com

The Ocean
https://www.surfnetkids.com/resources/the-ocean/

The Ocean Printable(** for Premium Members only)
https://www.surfnetkids.com/printables/files/printables-club/ocean.pdf

Although it covers nearly three-quarters of the Earth, scientists call the ocean our planet’s last frontier, and say that we know more about the moon then we do the seafloor. While oceanographers are racing to learn more about the deep secrets of the ocean floor, you can start your ocean journey at the following sites.

AMNH: OLogy: Marine Biology

“OLogy means ‘the study of.’ And here on the American Museum of Natural History’s OLogy website, you can study and explore many cool OLogies.” This particular section is all about Marine Biology at an elementary and middle-school level. For an introduction to oceans, start at “What’s the Big Idea.” To explore related concepts, follow the little red asterisks that pop open multimedia lessons. Free registration allows you to collect cards from each station, and to submit projects for possible publication.

Monterey Aquarium: Exhibits

This page is a fabulous collection of the best Monterey Aquarium pages for both kids and grown-ups. My favorites are the live web cams (keep in mind that these operate on Pacific Standard Time), and the animal guides (sea otters, penguins, jellies and more.) Another great find is the 168-page printable Sea Searcher’s Handbook chock full of articles and hands-on activities.

National Geographic Kids: Ocean Facts!

Ten fun ocean facts, a small photo gallery, and a video await elementary-age students wanting to learn more about the ocean. “The deepest known area of the Earth’s oceans is known as the Mariana Trench. It’s deepest point measures 11km. That’s a long dive down!”

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Printables Club Members Also Get …

Surfnetkids Printables Club Members also get the following printables to use in the classroom, the computer lab, the school library, or to send home with students:

The Ocean Printable
Ocean Wikipedia Printable
Shark Quiz and Worksheet
Dolphins Printable
Whales Printable
*** Are you curious? Get your own ten-day trial membership:
https://www.surfnetkids.com/printables-club/

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Quote of the Week

“It is always with excitement that I wake up in the morning wondering what my intuition will toss up to me, like gifts from the sea. I work with it and rely on it. It’s my partner.” ~~ Jonas Salk ~~ (October 28, 1914 – June 23, 1995) developer of polio vaccine. Read more Jonas Salk quotes by clicking this link.

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