Ocean Heroes KS2 Nature as hero

Get ready to introduce your KS2 class to the fascinating realm of blue carbon habitats - Earth’s hidden climate champions.

In this exciting lesson, your students will:

• Uncover nature’s secret weapon: Introduce the concept of ‘blue carbon’ and learn how coastal environments are Earth’s unsung heroes in the battle against climate change.
• Find global habitats: Students locate and map major blue carbon habitats around the world. They’ll develop their geography skills while gaining a global perspective on these crucial ecosystems.
• ‘Do the math’ like real scientists: Dive into data analysis with a fun and engaging activity. Students will interpret real data to understand just how powerful these habitats are in absorbing carbon, bringing maths and science together in a meaningful way.
• Explore underwater forests: Take a virtual field trip to mangrove swamps, seagrass meadows, and saltmarshes. Students will be amazed to learn how these environments act as nature’s own carbon capture technology.
• Become ecosystem advocates: Inspire your class to think critically about conservation. They’ll use their newfound knowledge and data interpretation skills to make compelling arguments for protecting these vital habitats.

This lesson brilliantly integrates elements of the KS2 Maths and Geography curricula, offering a perfect blend of data interpretation and global awareness. It’s designed to nurture analytical thinking while fostering a sense of environmental stewardship.

By the end of this hope-filled journey, your students will:

• Confidently explain the concept of blue carbon and how coastal habitats store it
• Demonstrate improved map skills by locating major blue carbon habitats globally
• Show enhanced data interpretation skills, using numbers to support environmental conservation

See the full Ocean Heroes KS2 unit on TES.

Curriculum links
Maths KS2
Interpret and present data

Geography KS2
Locate globally significant marine places