Just as humans have homes that protect us from the elements, sea creatures need shelter as well! In this studio, students will explore 3 vital underwater habitats and the aquatic animals that depend on them for food and security. 

Overview

In this studio, students will investigate a variety of marine animals (e.g., fish, lobsters, octopuses, sea turtles, sea otters, and more!) and their respective habitats (e.g., coral reefs, seagrass meadows, and kelp forests). 

In class 1, students will learn about 3 distinct marine habitats and the animals that depend on them to survive. By the end of class 1, students will draw their chosen sea animal on cardstock and cut it out. 

In class 2, students will start designing their sea animal's habitat using air-dry clay, focusing on shapes and textures. 

In class 3, students will decorate and refine their animal's habitat. Finally, they will take their animal cut-out (from class 1) and place it in their designed habitat. Pictures of these final pieces can be taken in the dry aquarium, if time permits. 

Master Materials List: 

Class 1

- Cardstock and drawing materials

Class 2 

- Part 1: pencils, markers, paper 

- Part 2: Air Dry Clay, Clay Tools (or whatever is available), Garlic Press, Wooden or Cardboard Board, Wire, Scissors

Class 3

- Acrylic Paints (neon colours are encouraged) OR markers, brushes, water bowl