Explore the ecology of a coastal estuary through a realistic scientific case study. Students investigate how seasonal environmental changes influence water conditions, species distributions, and bull shark behavior using authentic-style field data, graphs, and ecological analysis.
Included:
Printable student case study
Graphing activity
Data analysis questions
Complete parent/teacher answer key
Recommended Grades: 8–11
Student Pages: 2–11
Answer Key: 12–19
Estimated Time: 60–120 minutes
Explore the ecology of a coastal estuary through a realistic scientific case study. Students investigate how seasonal environmental changes influence water conditions, species distributions, and bull shark behavior using authentic-style field data, graphs, and ecological analysis.
Included:
Printable student case study
Graphing activity
Data analysis questions
Complete parent/teacher answer key
Recommended Grades: 8–11
Student Pages: 2–11
Answer Key: 12–19
Estimated Time: 60–120 minutes