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2. The ocean shapes the Earth

We should think about the ocean because it has effects on the place where we live. Many of the rocks and minerals that form our planet came from the ocean. Our favorite sandy beaches are made and changed by the effects of ocean waves and currents, and changes in sea level have also shaped the surface of our land.

To learn even more about this concept, go to its fundamental concepts.

NEOSEC Member Resources:

  • Seacoast Science Center – Coastal Geology: School of Hard Rocks
    Age Level: Grade 1 through 9
    Odiorne is the ideal spot to make the study of geology come alive for students. This program begins with a presentation that illustrates the rock cycle, tectonic plate movement and the impact glaciation had on New England. Hands-on activities teach students how to classify rocks. Students then go outdoors to examine rock formations and evidence of glacial activity within Odiorne State Park.
  • More to come!

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