Conservation Education on Disney Cruise Line

When it comes to sailing with Disney Cruise Line (DCL), as with visiting any Disney theme park, there’s so much more than meets the eye. If you’re looking for a plain and simple, relaxing journey, DCL is the place for you. If you’re looking for excitement and action-packed adventure, DCL is also the place for you. And if you’re looking to learn while you play, guess what? Disney Cruise Line is that place too.

Did you know that aboard DCL, your kids can study conservation of endangered species and discuss mankind's impact on the environment? Some initiatives DCL supports include
1) The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund. The Walt Disney Company matches Guest contributions, distributing more than $15 million in total donations and supporting more than 850 wildlife projects in 110 countries worldwide to date.
2) Partnership with Disney’s Animal Programs. This team monitors all shore and educational excursions featuring animal experiences and oversees research on Disney's private island, Castaway Cay.
3) Coral Reef Restoration. A multi-year project is underway to restore the health of the coral reefs surrounding Castaway Cay, transplanting native long-spined sea urchins to the area.

4) Whale watching. DCL navigational crew help spot and report endangered right whales that shelter their young off Florida’s coast each spring and summer.
5) Summer Eco-Camps. At various ports of call across The Bahamas and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Disney Cruise Line sponsors and provides guidance for summer eco-camps.
6) Safety Smart Goes Green. Timon and Pumbaa from The Lion King inspire environmental responsibility in everyday life. Guests can view scheduled airings and take part in special children’s activities.
7) Behind the Waves. Discover DCL’s land and at sea environmental efforts in a unique onboard video, Behind the Waves, hosted by Disney Channel personality Brenda Song. To view the video, visit http://Environment.DisneyCruiseNews.com.
8) Sea Turtle Protection. DCL crew members partner with Disney’s Animal Programs to excavate hatched nests and ensure sea turtle survival.



Today’s Takeaway:
Sea turtles are endangered. That means their populations in the wild are dwindling. Disney Cruise Line and other organizations are doing what they can to make sure these cool creatures do not become distinct.

Today, work through a unit study with your kids. I’m listing two here. The first is geared toward toddlers/preschoolers. The second is appropriate for early elementary kids. Both include sea turtle crafts, vocabulary, manipulatives, reading and other course work.

Toddler Turtle Unit

Sea Turtle Animal Study & Lapbook

SCHOOL SUBJECT: Science, Art, Language Arts
SKILL LEVEL: Preschool, Elementary


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