Introduction to Coral Reefs

Lesson Plan Overview

In this lesson, students will get a basic understanding of corals and coral reefs. Students will learn about common coral species that live in the reefs of Hawaii.

Source: NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
Subjects: Geography Life Science
Grades: 3-5
Tags: NOAA Corals

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Coral Reef Habitat Lesson Plan

Literacy Principles:

OLP#5: The ocean supports a great diversity of life and ecosystems.

OLP#6: The ocean and humans are inextricably interconnected.

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