My kiddos love sharks.  And just when I think they're moving on, the countdown to Discovery Channel's Shark Week begins and the craze starts all over again.

This summer, the craze has been bigger and longer than ever, continuing through the beginning of Fall.  We couldn't resist creating our Shark Unit 2 with Free Printables.  

The kiddos have loved each and every activity and are still begging for more. We hope your kiddos enjoy them just as much!

Here's what we've been up to!

Shark Unit 2 with Free Printables

Shark Vocabulary

The kiddos' knowledge of shark vocabulary continues to grow.  This activity helps develop their knowledge even further.  Kids match up picture cards to description cards.

Source:  Jason and I created the printable for this activity as part of the Shark Unit Language Printable Pack 2. Click the link at the bottom of this post for your copy. 

Shark Tooth Subtraction

It's no secret that sharks loose teeth often.  In this activity the kiddos practice subtraction using shark teeth as counters and glass beads as markers.  

Source:  I created the printable for this activity as part of my Shark Unit Math Printable Pack 3. For your free copy, click on the link at the bottom of this post.

  Sand Tiger Shark Multiplication

Sand tiger sharks are known for staying in groups.  In this activity the kiddos are multiplying groups that they see.  

Sand tiger sharks are being used as counters.  Glass beads are being used as markers.  

Bulldozer is loving the chance to practice more multiplication.

Source:  I created the printable for this activity as part of my Shark Unit Math Printable Pack 3.  For your free copy, click on the link at the bottom of this post.

Hammerhead Shark Division

Hammerhead sharks also stay in groups.  In this activity the kiddos are dividing sharks into groups that they've seen.  Hammerhead sharks are used as counters.  Glass beads are used as markers.

Source: I created the printable for this activity as part of the Shark Unit Printable Pack 3.  For your free copy, click on the link at the bottom of this post.

Shark Word Problems

The kiddos have been working on adding and subtracting large numbers. They've also been working on solving word problems. 

This activity combines the two skills with a shark theme.  The kiddos are matching up word problems to number problem cards and then solve them.

Source:  Jason and I created the printable for this activity as part of our Shark Unit Math Printable Pack 3. For your free copy, click on the link at the bottom of this post.

Oceanic Zones Coloring Page

We have learned about the oceanic zones before, but it's always best to review when we have the chance.  I'm excited to have this beautiful coloring page on our shelves.  The kiddos have loved it!

Source:  The free printable for this activity can be found at Natural Beach Living.

Who Am I? Shark Cards

Once again the kiddos have requested Who Am I? cards as part of our shark unit.  They have loved them in past units.  I must say, these are some of our best.

Source:  Jason and I created the printable for this activity as part of our Shark Unit Science & Culture Printable Pack 2.  For your free copy click on the link at the bottom of this post.

Are All Sharks Dangerous?

Dinomite and Bulldozer have a deep love and respect for sharks.  They have spent years learning about them.  

When they are made aware of others speaking negatively or harming sharks, they become quite upset. This activity has been created in their behalf to educate others about sharks, because not all are alike.

Source: Jason and I created the printable for this activity as part of the Shark Unit Science & Culture Printable Pack 2. For your copy, click on the link at the bottom of this post.

Prehistoric Shark Match Up

Sharks have been around for a very long time, some even before dinosaurs.  The kiddos love learning about prehistoric creatures.  In this activity they match prehistoric shark figures to their corresponding cards.

Source: Jason and I created the printable for this activity as part of our Shark Unit Science & Culture Printable Pack 2.  For your free copy click on the link at the bottom of this post.

Orchestra Instruments in the Jaws Theme

The boys are so into music right now.  Not pop music or anything like that, but classical music, more specifically film scores.  I thought it would be fun to use their new found passion to my advantage. 

 As the kiddos watch and listen to the Jaws theme conducted by John Williams (their favorite composer right now), they will identify instruments they see.  The orchestra instruments cards are provided as a control.

Source:  I created the printable for this activity. For your free copy, click HERE.

Fun with Magnets

Sharks are very sensitive to magnetic fields. They detect them in the water, helping them hunt for prey and avoid things that may be dangerous.  

The boys thoroughly enjoyed learning more about this during Shark Week.  In honor of all that they learned, we decided to add a magnet kit to our shelves. 

Shark Sensory Bin

The kiddos are always up for a fun sensory bin, especially if it includes water and sharks.  This one is quite simple including decorative rocks, blue glass beads, shark figures, random plants we have on hand, and water. They are loving it!

For those interested in the free printables, click the links below.

Shark Unit Language Printable Pack 2

Shark Unit Math Printable Pack 3

Shark Unit Science & Culture Pintable Pack 2

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