Ocean Science Lab P2-Ocean Zones, Squid, Perch, Shark Liver
We will explore the life zones of the ocean, take a close up look at perch and squid, learn about how a fish swim in the Swim Bladder Experiment. You don't need to complete part 1 to this course.
Patricia Valdez Certified Teacher
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5.0
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will have the option to label and color the parts of the squid and fish using worksheets.Assessment
The online multiple-choice quiz will be provided at the end of the course upon completion.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Beginner Level
*Please note that you don't need to take Ocean Science Par 1 before this class. Each class is different. I also prefer students to have their videos on during classtime and keep chatroom conversation to a minimum. Students will complete the required labs for Science by creating models and observing different specimens. We will proceed methodically to do the models step by step in class. Mrs. Valdez will instruct students on how to do the model and provide a sample for students to view. WARNING: I will be showing dissected and preserved animals. If your child is sensitive to this, I suggest you not enroll them. Lesson 1 Depths of the Sea The students will learn about the 5 different zones of the sea. Let's make an ocean life zone foldable. Also, take a look at some creatures that live in the sea. Materials: print ocean life zone template, one sheet of blue paper, scissors, and a glue stick. Lesson 2 Students will learn the Mollusk's characteristics and their habitat. They will learn the Squid's External and Internal Anatomy as they color a diagram and watch a squid dissection. Lesson 3 Students will be able to answer the question, "What are the characteristics of Cartilaginous and Bony Fish?" They will learn the Perch's External and Internal anatomy while they color a diagram and watch a perch dissection. Lesson 4 Day 4: Students will learn some shark facts. Plus, do a lab. If time allows we will have fun playing Shark Trivia. How does the liver of a shark help it float? Lab _Students will learn the characteristics that help the shark move. _Students will learn how sharks are buoyant in the ocean. _Students will learn how the liver of a shark helps it float. Students will observe how to do a fun and easy lab they can do at home. They do not need to purchase materials to do it unless they want to follow along. This is optional. (Materials: 2 toilet paper rolls, permanent marker, a transparent plastic shoebox, 4 medium balloons, small funnel, three pennies, duct tape, and any kind of cooking oil.)
Learning Goals
Students will familiarize themselves with the different oceanic life zones. They will learn the anatomy of the squid and the perch. Plus, how does a swim bladder work in a fish?
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Depths of the Sea
The students will learn about the five different zones of the sea. Let's make an ocean life zone foldable. Also, take a look at some creatures that live in the sea.
Materials: print the ocean life zone template, one sheet of blue paper, scissors, and a glue stick. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
What's a Mollusk?
Students will learn the Mollusk's characteristics and their habitat.
They will learn the Squid's External and Internal Anatomy while they color a diagram and watch a squid dissection. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Cartilaginous vs Bony Fish
Students will be able to answer the question, "What are the characteristics of Cartilaginous and Bony Fish?"
They will learn the Perch's External and Internal anatomy while they color a diagram and watch a perch dissection. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Sharks!
Students will learn some shark facts. Plus, do a lab. If time allows we will have fun playing Shark Trivia.
How does the liver of a shark help it float? Lab
_Students will learn the characteristics that help the shark move.
_Students will learn how sharks are buoyant in the ocean.
_Students will learn how the liver of a shark helps it float.
Students will observe how to do a fun and easy lab they can do at home. They do not need to purchase materials to do it unless they want to. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
WARNING: I will be showing dissected and preserved animals. If your child is sensitive to this, I suggest you not enroll them.
Parents, please help your child print the information needed for these classes. If you opt to do the labs along with the instructor, please have them ready to use prior to class.
Supply List
My lessons are on google docs. (I do not share these documents but there is a videotape recording for students to review if they prefer.) Lesson 1 Materials: print ocean life zone template, one sheet of blue paper, scissors and a glue stick. https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/14TIB6WRymZItV6Ll9rg Lesson 2 (Optional) Purchase a whole fresh squid from your seafood dept at your local grocery store. A student could follow along with the teacher if they want. Unfortunately, they usually sell by the 4lb. box. You could cook fried calamari with the rest!!! :) Lesson 3 Print Perch Coloring Sheet Lesson 4 This is an optional lab the student can do along with the instructor. (Materials: 2 toilet paper rolls, pencil, permanent marker, a clear bowl, 4 balloons, small funnel, and any kind of cooking oil.)
6 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2018
5.0
200reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
I love teaching oceanography! I have a wide collection of specimens and shells. Having been a Biology teacher for thirty-five years has allowed me to teach students about ocean life. Every summer, I offer Oceanography summer camps for kids. I now want to offer this same experience on Outschool.Reviews
Live Group Class
$59
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 16 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-12 learners per class
