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Reducing Human Impact on Our Oceans
In this lesson, students will collaborate to understand how marine life is affected by human actions. The Dive into this engaging lesson where your students will uncover how human actions affect marine life. Kick things off with a fun game of "Three Truths and a Lie" about the ocean to spark curiosity and get everyone talking. Then, break into small groups and tackle a jigsaw activity as students watch short, thought-provoking videos about ocean animals and human impact. Together, they’ll share insights, tackle discussion questions, and use their newfound knowledge to create eye-catching infographics. These creations will inspire others to take action and protect our incredible oceans!
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Keep the Ocean Blue: How Humans Impact Our Oceans
In this lesson, students will explore the effects that humans have on the world’s oceans. The lesson will begin with a game of Three Truths and a Lie about the ocean to activate students’ prior knowledge about this enormous biome. Next, students will work with a partner to watch two videos and explore the relationship between various ocean animals and human activity. Students will then share what they learned with their peers and create ocean conservation posters that educate viewers about the impact of human activities on ocean animals.
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Awesome Australia Video Playlist

Discover the wonders of Australia with our video playlist! Explore the vibrant city of Sydney, the iconic Opera House, the breathtaking landscapes of the continent, and meet unique native animals like kangaroos. Perfect for a journey Down Under without leaving the classroom

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Under the Sea: The Great Barrier Reef

In Under the Sea: The Great Barrier Reef, Ubercorn takes the Go Jetters to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. This amazing underwater garden is so big you can see it from space! The reef is full of colorful coral gardens made up of tiny creatures, and it is home to many fish and sea animals. People love to visit it because it’s a beautiful place to explore underwater! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four plucky international heroes as they travel the globe visiting the world’s most famous landmarks with their friend and mentor, Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.

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The Ultimate Shark Playlist

Dive into the incredible world of sharks with this thrilling BBC Learning Hub playlist! From the sleek and powerful great white to the gentle giant whale shark and the uniquely shaped hammerhead, these videos showcase the beauty and mystery of the ocean's most iconic predators. Perfect for sparking curiosity and a little shark-inspired awe in your classroom! 🦈

Student Article
Everything You Need to Know About Microplastics
The article "Everything You Need to Know About Microplastics" from BBC Science Focus explores the origins, distribution, and impacts of microplastics. Experts Dr. Laura Foster and Thomas Stanton discuss how these particles enter ecosystems, their effects on wildlife and potential human health risks, and suggest measures individuals and governments can take to mitigate the problem.
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Why Mother Octopuses Die After Laying Eggs
The article "Why Mother Octopuses Die After Laying Eggs" from BBC's Discover Wildlife explains the mysterious behavior of female octopuses, who stop eating and die after reproducing. The article explores how the optic gland triggers this self-destructive behavior and suggests it may protect baby octopuses from being eaten by their own mothers.
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Lizards, Snakes, and Crocodiles: The Robust Reptile Playlist

Get ready to meet the cold-blooded superstars of the animal kingdom! This BBC playlist slinks, scuttles, and snaps through the fascinating lives of cobras, turtles, lizards, and alligators. Whether it's the mesmerizing hood dance of a cobra or the alligator's toothy grin, these clips are perfect for sparking curiosity (and maybe a little squeamishness) in your classroom. Warning: May cause students to say "Whoa!" and "Ew!" in equal measure.

Lesson Plan
How Do People Impact the Oceans?
In this lesson, you’ll help your students explore the impact humans have on the world’s oceans. Start things off with a fun game of Three Truths and a Lie about the ocean to get your class thinking about this incredible biome. Then, guide your students through two engaging videos that highlight the connection between ocean animals and human activities. Wrap up the lesson with a creative activity where your students design ocean conservation posters to show how we can all work together to keep our oceans clean.
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Life in Octopolis: Exploring the Social Behavior of Octopuses

In Life in Octopolis: Exploring the Social Behavior of Octopuses, ecologist David Scheel explains that octopuses were thought to be loners of the sea, but surprising discoveries near Sydney Harbor are rewriting their story. Diver Matt Lawrence stumbled upon "Octopolis," a bustling underwater area where octopuses wrestle, interact, and even rest near each other in dens, giving scientists a fresh look at the surprising social lives of cephalopods. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Natural World: The Octopus in My House, a remarkable series about a professor and the extraordinary relationship he develops with an octopus when he invites it to live in his home.

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Born Ready: The Secret Lives of Newborn Octopuses, Squid, and Cuttlefish

In Born Ready: The Secret Lives of Newborn Octopuses, Squid, and Cuttlefish, ecologist David Scheel joins fellow researcher Brett to explore the fascinating world of newborn octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish. These creatures are born with the ability to change color while still in their sac, preparing them for life underwater. As soon as they hatch, they are independent hunters, capable of targeting prey even larger than themselves. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Natural World: The Octopus in My House, a remarkable series about a professor and the extraordinary relationship he develops with an octopus when he invites it to live in his home.

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The Whale Playlist: 12 Videos About Whales

Dive into the captivating world of whales with this BBC Learning Hub playlist, featuring 12 stunning clips from landmark BBC series. Explore the lives of blue whales, orcas, and grey whales as they glide through oceans, communicate, hunt, and nurture their young. Perfect for sparking curiosity, these breathtaking videos bring the majestic giants of the sea into your classroom or home.