More Ocean Resources
Books
Hello Ocean by Pam Munoz Ryan and Mark Astrella
Rhyming picture book about the pleasures of a day at the beach gets off to a rocky start.
A Swim Through the Sea by Kristin Joy Pratt
An alphabetical introduction to various forms of ocean life, as seen through the eyes of Seamore the seahorse.
Over in the Ocean: In a Coral Reef by Marianne Berkes and Jeanette Canyon
A lively ocean counting book.
The Magic School Bus On The Ocean Floor by Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen
Miss Frizzle's class learns about the kinds of animals and plants that live in the ocean.
Web Resources
Rays, Sharks, Skates
Learn more about these ocean creatures at this site from NHPTVs Wildlife Journal. Junior.
Short-beaked Saddleback Dolphin
Learn more about these dolphins that are found in New Hampshire coastal waters at this site from NHPTVs Wildlife Journal. Junior.
Harbor Seal
Learn more about these seals that are found in New Hampshire coastal waters at this site from NHPTVs Wildlife Journal. Junior.
Northern Lobster
Learn more about these lobsters that are found in New Hampshire coastal waters at this site from NHPTVs Wildlife Journal. Junior.
National Ocean Service
Learn more about the ocean and the role NOAA plays in ocean conservation and exploration. Be sure to visit the education section for lesson plans and tutorials on ocean life.
The Ocean Channel
This site has ocean news, education, conservation, and entertainment resources including: photos, streaming video and important biological information for over 100 marine species from each of the Marine Sanctuaries in the United States; "real time" look at at what is happening across the oceans of the world; over 300 online films about the ocean; and global ocean news.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Visit a kelp forest, get close to a sea otter, explore the deep sea and more at this site. You can view live web cams of a number of exhibits; find great activities, games, and music; or view video of lots of marine life!
Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Love lobster? Learn more about them and other marine life at this site. You'll find sections on turtles, Atlantic herring, and marine mammals. You'll also find information in global climate change, using satellites to monitor ocean health, and more.
Sea World Animals
Learn more about all types of animals at this site from Sea World. You'll find animal facts, animal info books, animal sounds, and even an aquatic safari to a coral reef.
Oceans Alive
Learn about the formation and characteristics of oceans, life in the ocean, and ocean movement at this site from the Museum of Science in Boston.
Marine Ecosystems
Learn about shorelines, temperate oceans, and tropical oceans at this site from the Missouri Botanical Garden.
Planet Ocean
Learn about the ocean and ocean life at this site from Discovery School. You'll find animal profiles, facts, and lots of images.
Whale Net
This site from Wheelock College provides teachers and students with a wealth of information on whales and ocean life.
Ocean Living at the Zoo
This site from the National Zoo features articles, e-cards, puzzles and more.
Seacoast Science Center
The Seacoast Science Center in Rye offers a wide-variety of educational programs for kids.
Blue Ocean Society
Learn more about some of the ocean life found in New Hampshire.
NASA Oceanography
Part of NASA's mission is to develop an understanding of the total Earth system and the global environment. Our oceans play a major role in influencing changes in the world's climate and weather. (Special thanks to Mrs. Rawlins' Class for suggesting this resource)
Water World: A Guide to the Seven Seas
The Water Page is an independent initiative dedicated to the promotion of sustainable water resources management and use. (Special thanks to Mrs. Rawlins' Class for suggesting this resource)
The Bridge
An ocean of teacher-approved marine education resources. (Special thanks to Mrs. Rawlins' Class for suggesting this resource)
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Keeping the ocean clean is so important to our environment, the way we live, and keeping animals and the Earth safe.