Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about sea turtles through art, English, math, and science activities!

Materials and Prep

• Coloring pencils or markers
• Plain paper
• Ruler
• Calculator
• Internet access for research

No prior knowledge needed, just bring your curiosity about sea turtles!

Activities

• Art: Draw and color a sea turtle. Be creative with the patterns on its shell!
• English: Write a short story about a sea turtle's journey from hatching to adulthood.
• Math: Calculate the average weight of different sea turtle species. Use the internet to find the data.
• Science: Research and create a poster about the life cycle of sea turtles.

Talking Points

• Sea turtles are amazing creatures that live in the ocean. They can be as big as a dinner table! Remember, "Sea turtles are like underwater astronauts exploring the ocean."
• Sea turtles have been around for millions of years. They are ancient creatures that need our help to protect them. Remember, "We are the sea turtles' friends and we must keep their home clean."
• Sea turtles lay their eggs on beaches, and the baby turtles hatch and make their way to the ocean. It's a tough journey for them, but they are strong and determined. Remember, "Baby sea turtles are like tiny superheroes!"
• There are different species of sea turtles, like the Green Sea Turtle and the Leatherback Sea Turtle. Each species is unique and plays an important role in the ocean ecosystem. Remember, "Every sea turtle is special and important."