Ocean activity

Do cool ocean science experiments with simple supplies from around the house. Explore currents, waves, marine animals, and more.

We had our first beach day of the year recently, and it was just so lovely! As I was watching my kids splash and play in the water, the waves gently rolling in, it reminded me of the straw blowing art project we created as part of our Ocean Unit Study. So today, I thought

Looking for Easy Octopus Crafts for preschoolers? This cute Octopus craft for preschool and kindergarten is super simple with the free octopus template. Kids color, cut, and curl to make their very own octopus! So cute! Get your Octopus craft free printable here.

Investigate how fish breathe underwater by simulating a gill using Koolaid and a coffee filter in this easy science experiment. This is a fun classroom science activity for kids learning about ocean animals, animal adaptations, water habitats, and ecosystems in 2nd grade science.

This Ocean Sensory Bag is a fun way to experience the deep blue sea for little hands. Babies and toddlers will delight in the squishy sensory bag

Earth Day Ocean Clean Up is a fun & easy sorting sensory bin to help your little one learn about the importance of keeping our oceans clean!

This experiment teaches some basic principles of oceanography while creating an interesting wave visual for play. In the Making Waves experiment, we cover how a wave moves (spoiler: the water itself barely moves horizontally!), the type of energy a wave makes, and how a wave "crashes" at the beach. oceanography | STEM | science for kids | at home activities | homeschooling

Rescue the Sea Creatures is a fun fine motor ocean themed activity for toddlers or preschoolers. Let your little one free whales and starfish using their fingers or scissors!

This super easy salt water experiment is the perfect science activity to teach kids about the density of salt and fresh water. Great for an ocean unit!

Just when I think our fun school activities can’t get any more fun…they DO! Over the summer I planned an ocean theme week which was extra exciting because Emily had…

Learn about the 5 layers of an ocean (also called ocean zones) with your child using this hands-on activity with materials already in your pantry!

Make your very own ocean in a jar with this super cool science experiment for kids! The kids will love watching waves rock back and forth inside a jar during this learning activity for kids! Find more fun indoor activities for kids here.

Thank you Elmer’s for sponsoring this post. All opinions expressed are my own. Today we're experimenting with salt, glue, and watercolors to create some colorful ocean art. You'll only need a few materials to create

Educational and craft activities for kids and parents

One of my favorite Easy Craft Ideas for Toddlers-Preschool! Check out this awesome preschool jellyfish craft! All you need is a paper plate, streamers, googly eyes, and paint! Preschool Jellyfish Craft | Preschool Ocean Theme | Preschool Ocean Craft | Jellyfish Craft | Jellyfish Art

Learn about the layers of the ocean with this colorful and fun DIY Ocean Layers in a Jar!

A fun oil and water science experiment you can easily do with your preschooler or toddler, this Ocean In a Bottle activity creates a calming effect when you look at the beautiful blue viscous "mixture" in a container. It is also a pretty DIY lamp that makes a great party favor or gift idea! #OceanInABottleKidsActivity #OilAndWaterScienceExperiment #KidsScienceProjectsAtHome

Great seashell summer board

This Salt Painting for Kids is perfect for your next ocean preschool theme! Watercolor salt painting is a quick and easy way to learn about chemical reactions with your little learners today!