COSMOS Magazine has partnered with Double Helix to publish a FREE eBook that takes a dive into the science of our oceans.
The eBook includes stories about turtles, wonky holes and undersea cables, as well as activities that can be done at home or in the classroom.
The eBook is FREE to view or download as a PDF thanks to the COSMOS Ultramarine Project, a partnership with the Minderoo Foundation.
Double Helix ultramarine eBook Details
Among the sea’s most cherished inhabitants is the awe-inspiring green turtle.
Use content from this FREE eBook resource to share marine themed articles and activities with your STEM classes.
Articles
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Wonky Hole Reefs – Explore the mysteries of the wonky holes that dot the reef (page 18)
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Turtle Troubles – Learn about the challenges that face our sea turtles (page 10)
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Bridging Continents – If you’re more into tech, read about the undersea cables that power the internet (page 12)
Resources & Activities
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Double Helix Poster – Meet a solar-powered sea slug (page 16)
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Tie-Dye Currents – Study ocean current movements (page 23)
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Dive Reflex Challenge – Discover an ancient diving reflex hidden in your brain (page 26).
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Blue Whale Drawing Challenge – Follow the instructions to draw a life-sized blue whale (page 24)
Included content could support resources for Middle Primary (Year 3 &4), Upper Primary (Year 5 & 6) and Middle Secondary (Year 7-9) students.
ULTRAMARINE Project – Double Helix and COSMOS Magazine Education are pleased to be part of the Ultramarine Project. The
project is a partnership between CSIRO’s science magazine for older readers – COSMOS and the Mindaroo Foundation. Ultramarine is all about sharing the science of our oceans, lakes, rivers and wetlands with all kinds of people from across Australia and the world.
