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Oceans of the World for Kids

From Homeschool Pop · 2020

Oceans of the World for Kids
9 min1st2nd3rdSocial Studies
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Summary

Daniel names and describes all five oceans — Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern — covering relative size, location, and key facts about each. Includes the role of oceans in Earth's climate and as habitats.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Oceans cover more than 70% of Earth's surface and are vital to all life.

  1. Name the five oceans from largest to smallest.
  2. What ocean is between the United States and Europe?
  3. Why are oceans important to Earth's climate?

Quick work-a-long

Vocabulary: ocean, Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, Southern, saltwater, habitat, climate.

Try it: Label all five oceans on a blank world map. Add one fact you remember about each.