Primary CREST: NIWA Ocean Investigations
A series of activities related to the sea from New Zealand’s National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, provider of atmospheric and aquatic science and associated commercial services.
Introduction
Welcome to the Primary CREST: NIWA Ocean Investigations.
These activities are designed to help teachers feel more confident teaching science and to provide opportunities for children to:
- explore scientific concepts with hands on activities,
- discuss their scientific ideas
- predict, observe and explain what they are doing
The teacher notes provide all the information needed including:
- background science knowledge
- curriculum links
- learning intentions
- other resources
- equipment needed
- clear instructions for what to do
- ideas for next steps or further investigations
Investigations
Classification
Classifying marine invertebrates
Classifying marine invertebrates (Dichotomous key)
Classifying marine invertebrates (Picture cards)
Ocean Currents
Density
Acids and Bases
Pollution
Water Cycle
Global Warming
Teachers may also wish to use the fully prepared Oceans Integrated Unit Plan