Observing high tide

Outdoor Education

• The student will understand the concept of tides and their relation to the position of the moon and the sun.
• They will observe and identify different marine species during the high tide, learning about coastal ecosystems and the intertidal zone.
• They will develop an understanding of the impact of tides on the coastline and its importance for marine life.

Science

• The student will learn about the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun and how it influences the tides.
• They will understand the concept of high tide and low tide, and how it varies based on the lunar cycle.
• Observing high tide will allow them to learn about the adaptation of marine organisms to changing tides and their habitats.

After observing high tide, students can continue their learning by creating a mini aquarium at home to observe and learn about different marine species during low tide. They can also conduct experiments to simulate the effects of gravitational pull on water to understand tides better.

Book Recommendations

• Exploring Tide Pools: Tides of the Ocean by Nancy J. Hajeski: A beautifully illustrated book that introduces children to the wonders of tide pools and the tides of the ocean.
• Sea Turtles: Ocean Life! by Elizabeth Cameron: This book explores the life of sea turtles and their interactions with the tides and the ocean environment.
• What Makes a Wave?: A Book about Sound and Light by Mary Firestone: This book explains the concept of waves in a simple and engaging way, which can help children understand the concept of tides.