Sharks

Level: 1

Requirements

• On what day of Creation Week were sharks created?
• What is the study of sharks called?
• Identify from pictures or personal observation 10 species of sharks.
• Draw a shark and identify the following shark parts:
  • 1st dorsal fin
  • 2nd dorsal fin
  • Pectoral fin
  • Pelvic fin
  • Anal fin
  • Caudal fin
  • Gill openings
  • Spine
  • Eye
  • Snout
  • Nostril
  • Mouth
• Explain the shark sensory system: Smell, Sight, Taste, Hearing, Touch, Electroreception.
• Name the largest member of the shark family and its maximum adult size.
• Name the most aggressive member of the shark family.
• Name the predators of the Great White Shark.
• Explain the shark breeding habits.
• How do sharks give birth?
• Discuss with a group the following:
  • How to be safe when you are in a shark’s natural environment
  • Misconceptions of sharks
  • Dangers of sharks
• Do two of the following activities:
  • Take a trip to a local aquarium and learn about the shark’s daily feeding schedule and habits.
  • Watch a documentary about sharks and identify how sharks hurt and benefit humans.
  • Visit a natural history museum and observe how sharks are displayed within their ecosystem.
  • Create a display of 10 photos and information about sharks, including significant information learned in this honor.
  • Create a game that assists others in learning about sharks. You may model the game after popular card or board games.