Excellent resource on the biology of sharks and what makes them the "perfect predator." This highly interactive website contains features like the "clickable shark," which allows you to learn about the different parts of...

The world's oceans are enormously influential for life on Earth (both human and otherwise), but many people do not fully understand or appreciate the complexities of oceans and their impact on human lives. To help...

This website includes a set of six interdisciplinary lesson plans from the Smithsonian, complementing their online "Ocean Planet" exhibit. Topics include: ocean bottom features and seafloor mapping; marine habitats and...

This website is part of a set of multidisciplinary lesson plans from the Smithsonian. This lesson plan examines the marine environment and how human activities can upset the delicate balance. Includes downloadable...

This website features a unit from Smithsonian multidisciplinary ocean curriculum. The lesson plan focuses on ocean bottom features including continental shelf, deep ocean plain, and mid-ocean ridges. Students study the...