Every day across the planet, the ocean tides move in towards the shore and back out into the open sea. Why does this happen, and what role does the Moon play in this amazing feat of gravity? Dive into this fun and fascinating exploration of the ocean, the Moon and the tides and explore the marine environment as well as learning about some scary ocean dangers.
Planet Earth is the place we call home, but how well do we really know this amazing planet?
From wild weather to amazing animals and extreme environments, delve into the natural wonders and fascinating phenomena that make our planet awesome!
Features
Explores the relationship between the Moon and the Earth, focusing on the Moon’s gravitational pull on the ocean
Explains the concept of the tide and defines different types of tides
Explores the wider subject of the ocean, including the marine environment and marine life
Clearly explains the concept of gravity
Learning is supported by relevant infographics and images
Explores ocean-related dangers including tsunamis and rising sea levels
Explains climate change with a focus on global warming and rising sea levels
Outlines practical, everyday ways to combat global warming
