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It can almost disappear, change color, grow back lost limbs, glow in the dark and glide through water with eight wiggly squiggly arms. What is it? An octopus, of course! This magician of the ocean will dazzle and fascinate young marine biologists who will discover the ocean and its creatures as an endless bounty of wonder. Learn how an octopus escapes peril, adapts to dark ocean climates and changes its appearance like a master of disguise. This artful dodger skillfully maneuvers its way around other predators of the sea by slipping between rocks and crevices. But watch out! There’s danger around every corner!
In this issue students will:
- read expository text about marine life science
- use the newspaper to make silly creatures
- practice octopus exercises that strengthen your limbs
- go on a newspaper scavenger hunt for crazy eight finds
- write about your life with a pet octopus
- solve octopus puzzles and challenges
6 page PDF
