This easy-to-use guide was designed to provide maximum flexibility for educators in both formal and informal settings. It provides interactive ways to bring the marine environment into the classroom. It also highlights fun, hands-on learning techniques in outdoor settings to enhance ocean literacy. It may be used as a standalone teaching tool or to supplement lessons in other areas. This guide includes lessons for students K-12 with a focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) objectives.  To access digital copies of these guides, links referenced in this guide, or for additional information, visit www.namepa.net/education or www.namepajr.net

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