Help students understand the importance of mangroves in coastal protection and biodiversity. What you need: A large map or globe String or yarn Sticky notes Pens or markersActivity Help students locate mangrove habitats. Students will gather around a map or globe. They'll use string to mark areas known for their mangrove forests, such as the Sundarbans in India and Bangladesh, the Everglades in Florida, USA, and the Daintree Rainforest in Australia. In small groups, students will select one of the marked regions and research the specific roles mangroves play there. Focus areas include protection from cyclones, support for biodiversity, and water purification. Each group will prepare a quick presentation, using sticky notes to write down key facts about their region’s mangroves, like how they protect the coast and what unique wildlife they support. Groups will share their findings with the class. Discussions will revolve around comparing the roles of mangroves in different regions and understanding their global importance.
