Oceans
Ocean on the U.S. eastern seaboard. Second largest ocean in the world.
Atlantic Ocean
Large shark and the inspiration for Jaws.
Great White Shark
T or F - It's okay to ignore a lifeguard if I'm a good swimmer.
FALSE. They know the ocean's conditions best and may see something that you might be unaware of.
The oldest public beach in the United States.
Revere Beach - Revere, MA
This island chain became the 50th U.S. State in 1959.
Hawai'i
Ocean on the U.S. western seaboard. Largest ocean in the world.
Pacific Ocean
The most common fish in the ocean.
A) Devils Hole Pupfish
B) Cuttlefish
C)Bristlemouth
Bristlemouth.
Devils Hole Pupfish is the rarest fish in the ocean.
T or F - I should swim directly against a rip current, straight to the beach.
FALSE. Even the strongest swimmer is unable to outswim a strong rip current. Swim out of it first, then back to the beach.
Beach in Cape Ann known for its white sand, cliffside mansions, and Salt Island nearby.
Good Harbor Beach - Gloucester, MA
These two islands are off Cape Cod, MA
Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket
Ocean known for its waves. Asia and Australia are near.
Indian Ocean
Tiny organisms that flow with the current. Food source to many whales.
Plankton
T or F - I should use sunscreen at the beach, even if I don't often get sunburn.
True! The sun's rays can still damage your skin.
This famous beach is often named the birthplace of surfing. It has a statue of The Duke, an ambassador of surfing.
Waikiki Beach - Honolulu, HI
This island features the largest city in the United States.
Manhattan, NY
Ocean in the far north.
Arctic Ocean
Cephalopod known for its large brain. It has eight limbs, which can grow back if lost.
Octopus
T or F - If I am feeling exhausted from the sun, I should find shade and drink water.
True! Heat exhaustion can be dangerous if not properly treated.
Famous beach in south Florida known for its calm, warm water.
Miami Beach - Miami, FL
East Asian island country in the Pacific Ocean.
Japan
Ocean in the far south. Antarctica is near.
Southern Ocean
The largest fish in the ocean.
Whale Shark
T or F - Red flags at a beach mean the water's warm!
FALSE. Red flags at a beach mean potential hazards like rip currents and high surf.
Famous beach in Malibu, CA.
Zuma Beach
Island chain in the Atlantic Ocean with countries including Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.
Caribbean