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Coasts & Beaches
CONCEPTUALKnow what a coast or beach is — the place where land meets the ocean — and that different coasts can be sandy, rocky, or muddy, each with different plants and animals
Mastery Evidence
- Define a coast as where land meets the ocean
- Describe at least two types of coast: sandy, rocky, or muddy
- Name an animal likely found at each type of coast
Assessment Prompt
“If [child] visited a sandy beach and then a rocky shore, could they describe how the two coasts look different and name animals you might find at each one?”
Prerequisites0
No prerequisites — this is a foundational topic.
Unlocks2
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- Rock Pool HabitatssoftAges 5—7