Unit Plan
NOAA

Noaa: Estuaries 101 Curriculum: Hooray for Horseshoe Crabs

For Students 6th - 8th
Learn about the anatomy and ecological relationships of the horseshoe crab.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Crabs in the Crossfire

For Students 9th - 10th
This article addresses facts and information related to the Horseshoe Crab. In addition to general information, the article touches on conservation efforts and populations trends.
Activity
Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Horseshoe Crabs

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives an in-depth description of a daddy long legs, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Marathon Migrators

For Students 9th - 10th
This video segment from NOVA: "The Mystery of Animal Pathfinders" explores how the migratory patterns of shorebirds have evolved to coincide with the spawning of horseshoe crabs. [6:00]

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