27 June - 3 July

Kia ora 7C2,

Learning Intentions: We are learning to (WALT)...

• Examine the positive  and negative impacts of the fishing industry both in NZ.
• Determine ways to conserve and protect our sea-life that are exploited
• Understand whether aquariums and sea world offer protection or is an economic avenue for tourism.
• Attended the field trip to Kelly Tarltons and observed carefully the role this aquarium has for sea -life.

Success Criteria: I can/have...

• Understood that the fishing industry is a very important for economic growth
• Examined that fishing is heavily exploited and there are many environmental challenges caused by the fishing industry
• Determined ways to protect and conserve Marine life
• Attended field trip to Kelly Tarltons  and reported my key observations on sustainability and conservation

Activities: Research ideas for the case of New Zealand 

1. By working in groups of three create an infographic on the positive impacts the fishing industry brings to New Zealand. For this use images/ graphs and newspaper articles to show the benefits it has. Think of economic rewards/ tourism cultural and social benefits here.
2. Research the harmful effects of overfishing and  the negative impacts the fishing industry may impose.Think of the environmental problems and consequences long term. 
3. Research articles that show how people may protest to support the protection of marine life.
4. Think of ways you would protect and preserve marine life in New Zealand.
5. Resources:
   

Recreational Fishing in New Zealand: A Billion Dollar Industry