Introduction
The Earth 's surface is covered by 71% of saltwater. This large body of saltwater is known as an ocean. Although there is one global ocean, it is split into four distinct regions or four oceans. You are a scuba diver, diving deep into the ocean to discover its mysteries. Be wary of the different creatures that may be lurking in the ocean.
Task
You have your dive suit on and your fins on along with the rest of your gear. And don't worry, you are not diving alone. You and two other divers will be in a group, each picking a specific zone of the Ocean. You are just about ready to dive into the ocean, but before you flip off this boat, you must draw and label the items listed below:
- The three main zones of the ocean.
- For each zone:
- Three different sea creatures lurking in the ocean zone you chose.
- Three facts about this zone.
Once you and your friends have come back to the surface, you and your group members will be provided a poster paper that is separated into the three main regions of the ocean. On this poster you will include drawings and labels for the items above and list three fun facts about your zone. Have fun divers!
Process
Here are some helpful links to help you better understand the Ocean!
Step one:
Watch this video to learn about the three main ocean zones:
Step two:
Watch this video to get a closer look at the three main Ocean Zones:
This video will include other links to other videos talking about the ocean zones and the animals living here. Be sure to watch the videos in this order:
- The Sunlit Zone
- The Twilight Zone
- The Dark Zone
Let me start you off with The Sunlit Zone:
Step three:
Here is a website with more information on the animals in the three main zones of the Ocean:
https://www.mbgnet.net/salt/oceans/zone.htm
Step four:
On this website, you will need to scroll to look for the information under the title "Deep In the Ocean." It also includes a photo that will help you get a better visual of the different zones!
https://www.timeforkids.com/k1/under-the-sea/
Evaluation
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Based on individual student work for their portion of the poster. |
Beginning 1 |
Developing 2 |
Accomplished 3 |
Outstanding 4 |
Score |
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Student included information on their zone of the ocean. |
Student included none of the information asked or all the information included was incorrect. |
Student included one to two items of information asked or most of the information included was incorrect. |
Student included most of the information asked but was missing an item or two, or most of the information was correct with one or two items being incorrect. |
Student included all the information asked and all of the information was correct. |
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Illustrations |
Student did not include any illustrations on the poster. |
Student included some illustrations but was limited in color and other details. |
Student included some illustrations with little color or details. |
Student included all illustrations asked. All illustrations were colorful and detailed. |
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Labels |
Student did not include any labels, or the items labeled were incorrect. |
Student included one or two labels, or the items were incorrectly labeled. |
Student included most of the labels or most of the items labeled were correct, but not all. |
All items are labeled correctly, and all the items are labeled. |
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Conclusion
We are so happy you divers made it back safely! Let's get you a towel and dry you off and you can tell us all about your deep sea adventures.
Credits
YouTube:
SciShow Kids “Let’s Learn About the Ocean Zones”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHVE4B-UjmM
Audrey Rodriguez “The Sunlit Zone”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9B7QCdc7WA
“The Twilight Zone”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC4grKvtzDE
“The Dark Zone”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNkWaHGftYQ
Websites:
“Temperate Oceans.” Ocean Light Zones, Missouri Botanical Garden, https://www.mbgnet.net/salt/oceans/zone.htm.
“Under the Sea.” Time for Kids, 7 May 2021, https://www.timeforkids.com/k1/under-the-sea/%C2%A0.
Teacher Page
Standard - 3.1.1.C3
CONSTANCY AND CHANGE Describe changes that occur as a result of habitat.
Grade 1 through 3
This WebQuest allows for students to dive deeper into the Ocean and focuses on the three main zones of the ocean, their differences, and different living creatures that habitat these zones.