Explore life underwater! Marvel at marine plants and creatures. Bring on the scuba-diving equipment for this colorful crayon resist!
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The seas are full of wonderful creatures, of many different sizes, shapes, and colors. Many ocean creatures are very different from those that on the land. Find information about the undersea ecosystem. Sketch your favorite marine creatures with Crayola® Crayons.
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What kinds of undersea equipment would you need in order to breathe and be comfortable at great ocean depths? Gather information about scuba diving and the equipment used to dive in deep water.
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On white drawing paper, illustrate several of the plants and animals that you learned about. Show their varied colors and shapes. Press hard on your crayons for rich, deep color. Include yourself in the picture, wearing scuba-diving equipment.
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Cover a table with recycled newspaper. Use Crayola Washable Watercolors and Paint Brushes to paint the sea around your creatures. Using a blue or green wash (a watery mix of paint), paint directly over your crayon drawing. The crayons will resist the watercolor, and brightly show through. Dry.
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Track how Edison's inventions changed everyday life. Imagine a world without lightbulbs or sound recordings!
Explore how gravity and the moon affect tides. Find out how tides are useful to man.
Relish William Blake's immortal poem <I>The Tiger</I>! Choose a favorite tiger species to illustrate in realistic detail
Create a replica of a tropical island, complete with palm trees, coral reefs, and other wildlife.
Capture amazing rain forest birds with a scratch-out crayon technique.
Camouflage your favorite rainforest animals!
Create your own treasure map using topographic symbols and a directional compass.