The deep sea is one of the darkest and most mysterious places on Earth, containing so much pressure that humans can rarely access the depths of the “midnight zone.” Scientists continue to discover various species that inhabit remote, unknown areas of our ocean. From the sharp-toothed anglerfish to the sneaky Goblin Shark, certain species have special adaptations that allow them to survive and thrive thousands of feet below the surface.
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In our five-day unit, designed for elementary-aged students, children will investigate more about what it means to live in the deep sea, special adaptations needed to thrive in the darkness, and delve deeper into specific deep-sea animals, including Goblin sharks, the Dumbo octopus, Anglerfish, and Giant squid. Included in the unit plan are five days’ worth of comprehensive lesson plans, graphic organizers, educational video ideas, children’s book suggestions, comprehension questions, instructional resources, writing templates, and research activities. We hope you enjoy discovering more about nature’s most mysterious species!
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