Bringing the Parks To You Online
California State Parks has created some new and engaging virtual experiences for in-home learning including videos, virtual hikes and a bounty of teaching aides.
Visit the links below and explore the opportunities available at
Crystal Cove State Park.
Crystal Cove State Park Teaching Aids
Download colorful and interactive curriculum with Crystal Cove specific instructional information and educational games.
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Tidepool Animals of Crystal Cove
To Learn about some of the tidepool animals we frequently see at Crystal Cove State Park and their feeding Strategies.
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Tidepool Animal Incredible Adaptations in Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area
Loads of great teaching tools and make sure to check out the 2001 video “Between a Rock and a Hard Place” which featured Crystal Cove and students from El Morro Elementary School.
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Hip Hop Hike at Crystal Cove
Many animals live in the wilderness of Crystal Cove State Park. Usually we only see signs of their presence, but sometimes we are lucky enough to see the animal itself. Join Park Naturalist Winter on a hike in the backcountry and discover who calls Crystal Cove home.
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Habitats of Crystal Cove State Park
In nature, all living things are in some way connected. Within each community each species depends on one or more of the others for survival. To learn about some of the diverse communities found at Crystal Cove State Park and some of the plants and animals found in those habitats click here.
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Earth Day Jeopardy
Make sure to play this game as a slideshow to get the whole fun effect.
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PORTS
Engage in a live broadcast with a PORTS Home Learning Program from locations across California
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Orange Coast District You Tube
Check out new educational materials from other local California State Parks
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Nature’s Families
Download and view this slideshow about some of our cutest local families.
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Crystal Cove Conservancy Distance Learning
These virtual education programs immerse science learners of all ages in exploring Crystal Cove’s diverse ecosystems, partnering with scientists to help with ecological research, and solving design challenges, all from the safety of your home.
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California Marine Protected Areas
Have Fun with Marine Protected Areas
Marine Protected Area Coloring Book – Click Here
MPA California Coastal Explorer Guide Coloring Book – Click Here
Animal Yoga
Download and view this slideshow and while you’re enjoying the yoga poses you can learn a few fun facts about each of these animals.
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