Fun Activity Centre & Learning Resources
We know it’s a juggling act right now with the kids at home. That’s why our educators and animal experts at Ocean Wise and the Vancouver Aquarium have compiled these resources for kids to learn to care for the ocean – and the animals in it – from the comfort of your living room. So dive in.
Content will be updated regularly. Check back often.
For kids aged 2-12: Crafts & Activities Livestreamed Learning Virtual AquaClass Complete Education Kits Shoreline Cleanup Activities
For youth aged 13-18: DIY Tutorials Livestreamed Learning Complete Education Kits YouthToSea Youth Community Shoreline Cleanup Activities
For all ages: Recipe Corner Watch Animal Webcams
For teachers: Complete Education Kits Virtual AquaClass
Colouring Sheets, Crafts and Activities
Grab the crayons and open the craft closet, it’s time to dive into these fun ocean inspired activities. Looking for more activities? Discover more here!
Livestreamed Learning
With generous support from:
Live-Stream Archive
Missed a live-stream? Dive into the archives!
Exploring by the Seat of your Pants full programs are available on YouTube.
Connected North Programming available at all times on the Connected North website.
About our Live-Stream Programs
Through our two unique live-stream series, Connected North and Exploring by the Sea of your Pants, we broadcast live events to tens of thousands of students each month and bring the ocean into your living room and classrooms.
Before or after each live presentation, families and educators can join the Ocean Literacy Online Learning Environment to find out more, ask questions on our discussion boards, and earn digital badges to help celebrate and share learning outcomes.
For tips on how to register visit our Online Learning Environment FAQ or watch our helpful video
Virtual AquaClass
Your own private video session (with the option to include your friends)
NEW! Looking for something more personal than our public live-streamed learning events? During the extended break, we’ve opened up our Virtual AquaClass program – normally reserved for schools – for parents to book privately for their kids (or for multiple families, each from their own living room). Each 45-minute Virtual AquaClass session allows your kids to meet online with an Ocean Wise Educator to dive deeper into learning topics like “Careers in Conservation,” “Reptiles and Amphibians” and more. Programs include an interactive presentation, multi-media visuals, and Q&A time between kids and our educators and experts. Ask us how to include multiple families in your Private Virtual Aquaclass – each family from the comfort of their own home.
Find more information and booking details on our Virtual AquaClass website. If you have any questions please email us.
Proceeds from your Virtual AquaClass support the work of Ocean Wise Conservation Association.
Recipe Corner
Plastic free granola bars
Shrimp chowder
Kelp scones
Full curriculum educational kits
Ocean Wise has combined our expert knowledge in ocean science, our ongoing research, and passion for the ocean to bring you Ocean Literacy Courses. These interactive and comprehensive online classrooms are perfect for educators and students to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the ocean.
Ocean Literacy
Ocean literacy is the understanding of the ocean and our relationship with it.
Ocean Plastics Education Kit
Plastic is everywhere in our oceans, we want to help change that.
Sustainable Seafood Education Kit
As the global population continues to grow, the need for sustainable and healthy protein sources is key and seafood will play an important role.
YouthToSea Leadership Program
YouthToSea invites Canadian youth throughout British Columbia to apply to our Leadership Program. At YouthToSea, we endeavor to unite youth with one common goal: to protect and conserve our oceans. Our mission is to coach youth (15-18) to provide them with opportunities to develop their problem-solving, critical-thinking, and communication skills. At the end of our program, youth are equipped with skills, tools, and strategies to be active decision-makers in their local, regional, and national communities.