Educational Resources
Explore a collection of education resources that can support ocean and climate literacy and a deeper understanding of our connections to the planet. Here you will find lesson plans, activities, webinars, grant opportunities, and immersive virtual learning experiences.
Educational Resources
Topic-Specific Resource Collections
Explore a collection of videos, lesson plans, webinars, web stories, and more. Take advantage of the robust background information and educational materials available in each topic-based collection.
Deep Coral Communities Curriculum
Take students into the deep sea to identify the soft corals, hard corals, invertebrates, and fish found in deep-sea communities. Explore deep-sea coral habitats in West Coast national marine sanctuaries.
Sanctuaries 360°
Sanctuaries 360° is a collection of virtual reality videos and 360° immersive photos to explore your national marine sanctuaries.
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary 360° Immersive Photos
Check out Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary 360° immersive photos and the student activity sheet for a fun, virtual underwater experience!
Marine Debris Toolkit for Educators
Designed to assist teachers in educating their students about marine debris and involving them in marine debris surveys, monitoring results, and ocean stewardship within their communities.
LiMPETS Network
The LiMPETS Network (Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students) is an environmental monitoring and education program for students, educators, and community members throughout California.
National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series
The NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries webinar series provides educators with educational and scientific expertise and resources to support ocean and climate literacy in the classroom.
Exploring Ocean Mysteries
Teach your students the seven Ocean Literacy Principles while meeting Next Generation Science Standards, Common Core, and Climate Literacy Principles. Lessons are adaptable for grades 4-12, and are also available in Spanish.
Art Posters
Add a splash of color with posters of the sanctuary and iconic species, including threatened and thriving series, fascinating deep-sea creatures, or the life journey of California salmon and steelhead.
Voices of the Bay
Introduce students to Monterey Bay's rich fishing heritage as well as its relevance and value today. Each module may be implemented as stand-alone activity or sequenced as a comprehensive study.
Students for Zero Waste Week
All schools are invited to participate in Zero Waste Week to help reduce land-based waste and protect the health of local marine environments. Register, Go Green, and Think Blue!
NOAA Data in the Classroom
Students use real-time ocean data to explore today’s most pressing environmental issues, and develop problem-solving skills employed by scientists. Access online and classroom-ready curriculum activities with easy-to-use data exploration tools.
NOAA Teacher at Sea
The NOAA Teacher at Sea Program enables teachers to work with NOAA scientists and gain first-hand experience of science and life at sea.
NOAA Marine Debris Program
Discover educational resources to help stewards of all ages learn more about the problem of marine debris.
NOAA Ocean Acidification Program
Access educational and public outreach opportunities to improve understanding of ocean acidification to students, educators, and the broader public.
NOAA Ocean Exploration
Dive in to explore deep-sea phenomena and resources to support classroom instruction and inspire students to better understand our ocean planet.
Deep Ocean Education Project
A comprehensive collection of ocean exploration education, combining resources and opportunities from NOAA Ocean Exploration, Ocean Exploration Trust, and Schmidt Ocean Institute.
California Marine Protected Areas
Find out more about California marine protected areas through this web resource that includes interactive maps, photos, videos, and teacher resources.
NOAA Education Grants
NOAA Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET)
Explore funding opportunities to support K-12 environment-based education and meaningful watershed educational experiences throughout the watersheds of San Francisco Bay, Monterey Bay, and Santa Barbara Channel.
NOAA Ocean Guardian Programs
Encourage your students to connect with the ocean! Explore the student activity book, kids club, and register to be an Ocean Guardian School or Ocean Guardian Classroom.