Tiny Wonders Lab•Science Activity Card•Space
What Causes Ocean Waves?
Ref: TWL-WHAT-CAUSES-OCEAN-WAVES
Grade Level: 3-8
The Big Idea
Unlock the secrets of the sea to discover what creates the perfect surfing wave. Learn how wind, gravity, and underwater geography work together to move energy across thousands of miles of open ocean.
Key Vocabulary & Concepts
#Ocean#Physics
Hands-On Observation Checklist
1. Predict & Form HypothesisWhat do you think causes what causes ocean waves??
2. Explore Digital LabInteract with the simulation and note patterns.
3. Record Key FindingsWrite down 2 new facts discovered during the lab.
4. Explain to a PartnerShare your conclusions with a classmate or parent.
Teacher & Parent Discussion Starters
- Why is understanding what causes ocean waves? important in everyday real life?
- What variable or factor had the biggest impact when testing the simulation?
- How does this concept connect to another science topic you have learned about?
Tiny Wonders Lab — Interactive Science & Physics Exploration
www.tinywonderslab.com/wonders/what-causes-ocean-waves