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At Smithsonian Ocean, we have lesson plans, activities, and resources to help you engage your students in the wonders of our oceans.
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How You Can Help the Ocean
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Reef Rescue: Protect Coral Reefs with Your Actions
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NOAA Teacher at Sea Ruth Meadows
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Five Questions for Musician Sam Lardner
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Sustainable Seafood Glossary of Terms
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5 Simple Things You Can Do for the Ocean
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Deep-Sea Corals: NOAA Education Plans & Activities
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Five Questions for Halsey Burgund, Creator of Ocean Voices
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Live from the Field: Bali, Indonesia
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World Oceans Day 2012
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Learning from a Sea of Teachers
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