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In this activity on page 60, learners examine and simulate wildlife entanglement by experiencing what it might be like to be a marine animal trapped in debris.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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In this simulation, learners explore how ocean currents spread all kinds of pollution—including oil spills, sewage, pesticides and factory waste—far beyond where the pollution originates.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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Learners create three solutions with different levels of salinity. They compare the density of these solutions by coloring them and layering them in a clear plastic cup and in a soda bottle.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this edible experiment, learners pour "Magic Shell" chocolate into a glass of cold water. They'll observe as pillow shaped structures form, which resemble lavas on the sea floor.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 18 5 to 10 minutes
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In this simulation activity, learners observe what can happen when ocean waves churn up water and oil from an oil spill.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 6 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners will simulate the processes of the water cycle at home in a plastic sandwich bag.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 4 - 11 1 to 7 days
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In this simple activity, learners explore ocean waves. To find out if water moves forward toward the shore, learners create waves in a simulated ocean (small aquarium tank of water).

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 14 Under 5 minutes
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In this activity, learners construct a coastal landmass from sand and add features such as tidal creeks and barrier islands.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - adult 45 to 60 minutes