Ocean Heroes KS2 Sustainable fishing

Get involved in ocean conservation with this thought-provoking lesson that brings the complex world of sustainable fishing to your classroom.

Prepare to transform your students into marine detectives and eco-conscious consumers as they:

• Follow the fish from sea to plate: Take your class on a journey from the ocean depths to their dinner tables, asking them to connect the ocean food they eat to marine life.
• Crunch the numbers: Engage in a fun, fish-themed maths activity. They’ll calculate just how many cod it would take to feed the nation with fish fingers, bringing maths to life.
• Evaluating fishing techniques: Guide your class as they explore various fishing methods. They’ll weigh the pros and cons of each, developing critical thinking skills as they grapple with real-world sustainability issues.
• Step into the shoes of marine life: Through engaging activities, students will gain empathy for ocean creatures and understand the impact of overfishing on marine ecosystems.
• Raise their voices for ocean health: Inspire your class to become advocates for sustainable fishing. They’ll craft persuasive arguments to convince school leaders and even government officials to ‘get fish smart’!

This lesson beautifully intertwines elements of PSHE and Geography curricula, offering a perfect blend of environmental awareness, economic understanding, and civic engagement. It’s designed to nurture critical thinking while fostering a sense of global citizenship.

By the end of this fishy adventure, your students will:

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of fish as a food source and its journey to our plates
• Show improved skills in debating the merits and drawbacks of different fishing methods
• Develop empathy for marine life and ecosystems affected by overfishing
• Craft persuasive arguments for sustainable fishing practices

See the full Ocean Heroes KS2 unit on TES.

Curriculum links
KS2 PSHE
• Sustainable development and use of natural resources
• Taking action on environmental issues

KS2 Geography
• economic activity and distribution of natural resources including food