"Gulf of Maine Temperature Variability"
Artwork
Grades6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Biology, Visual and Performing Arts
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Provided by Jill Pelto Gallery
What it is
- This watercolor painting by scientist and artist Jill Pelto uses ocean temperature data from the last 15 years to show the various effects of rising temperatures and human activities on the marine environment in the Gulf of Maine.
Teaching tips
Positives
- Students use their creative skills to "think outside of the box" and interpret the data in this artistic image.
- The description below the image details the elements of the artwork and their connection to the graph displayed.
Prerequisites
- Students should be familiar with the terms temperature fluctuations, ocean acidification, overfishing, and species.
Differentiation & Implementation
- In art classes, students can use this as an example of a watercolor and colored pencil art piece.
- A math teacher can share this resource with students when learning about graphs, and students could make their own artistic graphs using the data linked in the citation or from another source.
- This image can be used as a hook for lessons about climate change, coastal ecosystems, or population dynamics.
From the scientist review
The resource displays climate variability and other influences on marine resources and habitat. Anthropogenic activities have accelerated climate change impacts on marine ecosystems. This is recommended for teaching.
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