Coral Reefs for Kids | Learn about the 3 types of coral reefs Fringe, Barrier and Atoll
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Do you ever wonder what a coral reef really is? In this video we will learn all about coral reefs for kids. We will cover what makes up a coral reef like coral polyps and their exoskeletons, we will learn about famous coral reefs like the great barrier reef, we will also explore the various kinds of coral reefs.There Are Three Main Types Of Coral Reefs: Fringe Reef, Barrier Reef and Atoll Reef.
Fringe Reef grow close to the shorelines of continents and islands and can be attached to the shore, or there may be a narrow strip of water called a lagoon or channel between the land and the reef.
Barrier Reefs occur farther offshore, such as the Great Barrier Reef, often several miles from the shorelines of continents and islands. Las but not least, Atoll reefs which is a ring of coral surrounding a lagoon of water. It usually begins as a fringe reef around a volcanic island. As the coral expands and grows, the island sinks into the ocean leaving the ring of coral. Some are so big, people live on them.
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Fringe Reef grow close to the shorelines of continents and islands and can be attached to the shore, or there may be a narrow strip of water called a lagoon or channel between the land and the reef.
Barrier Reefs occur farther offshore, such as the Great Barrier Reef, often several miles from the shorelines of continents and islands. Las but not least, Atoll reefs which is a ring of coral surrounding a lagoon of water. It usually begins as a fringe reef around a volcanic island. As the coral expands and grows, the island sinks into the ocean leaving the ring of coral. Some are so big, people live on them.
If you want even more we didn't stop at this video! If you want even more activities and learning resources we invite you to download our free 12 page lesson plan, jam packed with more great coral reef information. Download here: https://learnbright.org/lessons/science/coral-reefs/
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