Biodiversity in some areas is more diverse than one might think. Using a two-day lesson, pupils consider the biodiversity of the Hudson Canyon and the characteristics of one organism. They begin with an analysis of the common earthworm and then connect their learning to some of the worm species in the canyon.

Concepts

biodiversity, organisms, the continental shelf, ocean habitats, annelids, worms

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Additional Tags

benthic, biodiversity, continental shelf, organisms, science

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Instructional Ideas

• Incorporate during a unit on ocean habitats or characteristics of Annelids
  

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a specific set of materials and time for set up
• Provide pupils with Internet-enabled devices to complete the second activity

Pros

• Uses a hands-on approach to explore characteristics of worms
• Provides additional resource links to extend the lesson

Cons

• None