Coral Oceans: KS3: Energy transfer coral reef

In this lesson students will explore the interdependence of life on the reef and where different animals, plants and other organisms get their energy from through feeding and symbiosis.

Students will learn about the different nature of primary production on the reef compared to terrestrial environments.

This is a single lesson from the Coral Oceans Science KS3 unit. The lesson plans and accompanying activities are designed to introduce classes to what it is like to be an ocean explorer.

Each lesson is designed around a ‘dive’ to investigate a particular science topic. These include identification, classification, food webs and symbiosis, adaptation and human impacts on the environment.

The enquiry-based resources incorporate the scientists’ experiences and research, and enable students to explore marine life on the reef and the threats facing it.

Access the other lessons in this unit here: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-11-14