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April 18, 2017

Aquaculture Lesson (K-5) – 2. Aquaculture Equipment

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Lesson Description: This activity utilizes a game to identify what is needed to grow seaweed.   Students will design an aquaculture rig and compare to actual rigs used in kelp farming.  Students will make diorama models or work together to make a rig that will be placed in the water.  Students will also begin their Seaweed Journal.

Learning Objectives:

Students will

  • Describe the equipment used in a kelp longline
  • Explain the purpose and use of equipment
  • Use appropriate vocabulary for kelp aquaculture
  • Record summary of activities, including drawings, in a Seaweed Journal (to be done following all activities).

 

Common Core ELA:
Literacy
W.K.2,  W.1.2, W.2.8,  W.3.2.A,  W.4.2.A,  W.4.2.D,  W.5.2.A,  W.5.2.D, SL.K.6
Next Generation Science Standards:
 K-2-ETS1-2,   3-5-ETS1-1,   3-5-ETS1-2

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