A Dive into the Coral Reef

by Cynthia, Sandra, Caitlin

Introduction

Splash!

You are a diver going on an expedition into the rainforest of the ocean, the coral reef. While you are exploring the colorful varieties of coral, you meet some clownfish who want to be your friends.

Oh no! One of your fishy friends has gone missing! Answer questions to find him.

Task

Go to the websites listed in the Process to get the answers you will need to complete a quiz from the other sea creatures. Once you are done with your quiz, the other sea creatures will tell you where to find your fishy friend. As you learn about coral reefs you will find answers to the questions on the quiz that will tell you where your fishy friend is once you answer the questions. Click on these links to get information on coral reefs.

The Process

Click the links below to find out about coral reefs. When you are done, come back to answer questions about what you just learned.

Links:

Corals

Coral Reef Research Institute

Coral Reef Animal Printouts

Quiz: (from the other sea creatures)

Ocean World

Evaluation

9/9 A

7/9 B

5/9 C

3/9 D

1-/9 F

Conclusion

Hey! You've found your fishy friend! He was at the Great Barrier Reef, the largest reef. Great job! During this web quest you've learned about coral reefs and some of the the plants and animals that live there. Here are some game links.

Games:

Credits

Tropical Nights

USA.gov

Pics 4 learning

Date last updated: April 24, 2008