Discover what marine debris is, where it comes from, and how it affects the birds and marine life in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (NWHI) through storytelling, puppets, and hands-on activities. Examine real marine debris and bird boluses from the NWHI, and then identify ways you can help solve the marine debris problem.
HCPS III – Benchmarks
Science:
SC.K.6.1 Classify objects by their attributes (e.g., physical properties and the materials of which they are made).
SC.1.3.2 Identify the requirements of plants and animals to survive (e.g., food, air, light, water).
SC.2.5.1 Identify distinct environments and the different kinds of organisms
each environment supports.
Program Requirements
Set-up time: 30 minutes
Session Duration: 45 minutes
Time Between Sessions: 15 minutes
Breakdown Time: 20 minutes
Hours: During the school day
Location: Classroom or multi-purpose room (program to be set up and remain in same room)