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SHARK CURRICULUM

Our lesson plans align with NGSS, Common Core, Ocean Literacy standards, and UN Sustainable Development Goals. Topics include ecosystems, adaptations, and ocean conservation.

SHARK QUIZZES THROUGH KAHOOT

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Shark ID

QUIZ
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Intro to Sharks

QUIZ
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Shark Senses

QUIZ

CURRICULUM

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KINDERGARTEN

Includes teaching guide (lesson plan), Powerpoint, and activities. Download and DIVE into the world of sharks with your class. 

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GRADES 1 - 2

Includes teaching guide (lesson plan), Powerpoint, and activities. Download and DIVE into the world of sharks with your class. 

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GRADES 3 - 4

Includes teaching guide (lesson plan), Powerpoint, and activities. Download and DIVE into the world of sharks with your class. 

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GRADE 5

Includes teaching guide (lesson plan), Powerpoint, and activities. Download and DIVE into the world of sharks with your class. 

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MIDDLE SCHOOL - UNIT 1

This Middle School lesson plan covers the topics of shark anatomy, senses, reproduction, ecosystems, and threats to sharks.

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HIGH SCHOOL

This High School lesson plan includes the topics of shark anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and more. Designed for grades 9-12 (ages 14-18).

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ADDITIONAL CURRICULUM

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DEEP SEA SHARKS

TEACHING GUIDE - PDF

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Dive even deeper into the world of sharks with our special deep-sea curriculum.

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DEEP SEA SHARKS

POWERPOINT - PDF

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This PowerPoint PDF goes with the teaching guide and illustrates the amazing world of deep-sea sharks.

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MARINE FOOD WEBS

LESSON & ACTIVITIES - PDF

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Learn about the role sharks play in the ocean. Watch the "Power of Predators" Webinar HERE!

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CLIMATE CHANGE

LESSON & ACTIVITIES - PDF

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Activity to help Elementary school students learn how climate change impacts sharks and the oceans.

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MANGROVES

LESSON & ACTIVITIES - PDF

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Learn about mangroves and why they are important. Activities can be used for grades 3 - 6.

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SHARK TEETH

LESSON GUIDE - PDF

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This packet teaches students all about the structure and function of shark teeth.

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SHARKS UNDER SIEGE

LESSON & ACTIVITIES - PDF

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Teach students about the threats sharks are facing and how to get involved in conservation efforts.

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OSMOREGULATION

LESSON GUIDE - PDF

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This packet teaches Middle School students how Bull sharks are able to swim in freshwater.

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SHIVER: Collective noun for a group of sharks.

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The goal of Sharks4Kids is to create a new generation of shark advocates through access to a dynamic range of educational materials and experiences.

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