Teacher Resources

Students have hands-on opportunities to explore marine ecosystems, biodiversity, aquaculture and coastal conservation through interactive activities and live displays. Programs are available for learners from early childhood through to senior secondary and can be tailored to support a range of science and environmental learning outcomes.

The EcoCentre can develop and deliver a limited number of bach-based field work and citizen science programs to suit your students and school’s needs. Our field work program provides students the opportunity to participate in real world, ongoing citizen science projects.

This education kit covers the topics: marine parks and conservation; rocky shores; estuaries; and cultural heritage.  These comprehensive modules are designed to fit the NSW Department of Education and Communities primary school curriculum, and with its fact sheets, identification guides, risk assessments and activity plans, the kit can be used to complement teaching programs.

Explore ocean education and sustainable fishing lesson plans in Portuguese from the Marine Stewardship Council.

This resources covers a range of topics including, marine and freshwater habitats and environments, recreational fishing indigenous fishing, aquaculture, fisheries management and sustainability, general fish and seafood species, seafood handling, filleting and processing, industry careers and business, health, nutrition and cooking.

Explore the remarkable life cycle, habitats and migrations of marine turtles while learning about the challenges they face in the wild. Students are inspired to take practical action to help protect these iconic marine reptiles through hands-on learning and an optional beach clean-up activity

Reef Guardians curriculum aligned education resources cover a range of topics to teach and learn about the Great Barrier Reef including climate change, World Heritage and Cultural values, sustainability, wetlands, threats and biodiversity. Follow the link to find resources, including our Reef Beat poster series, unit plans, activity sheets, videos and much more!

This book provides educators with resources and activities to explore marine ecosystems with students, focusing on the complexity of marine habitats and the effects of human activity on these environments.

The Beach Safety Hub “Rock Fishing Safety” page explains that while rock fishing is a popular pastime, it carries significant risks and it offers guidance on keeping yourself, family and friends safe. It includes safety tips, fact sheets developed for multilingual communities, subtitled safety videos, and personal stories from people who have experienced dangers firsthand.

Explore ocean-themed education resources aligned with the Australian curriculum suitable for Stages 3-5, including lesson plans, videos, fact sheets, games, and activities.

Students are challenged to become ultimate ocean conservation champions with a free activity pack.