Home Florida Bay Coastal Clean up Public Science Day 1999 Creative Writing Teacher Tips Teacher Tips and Links When choosing a thematic approach it is best to capitalize on student interests.Children interact with their environment on a daily basis. It is important to act locally and think globally. Two books that were used for this unit are: Windcatcher by Avi and Inside The Titanic by Marschall/Brews For information on community projects check your local parks and recreation departments or check your local newspaper. If you would like more information about Coastal Clean-Up click here. Some of our favorite web sites are: Nature Life at the Edge of the Sea Saltwater Fish Identification SeaWorld International Year of the Ocean Lesson Plans can be found at the following web sites: How to make a bottle habitat Kids' and Teachers' Corner