Lesson Plan

11. Explore sustainable fisheries

KS4-07-22

Intent

Lesson Outcomes

  • Describe why it's important to maintain fish stocks at sustainable levels
  • Describe the roles of fishing quotas and net sizes in maintaining fish stocks

National Curriculum

  • Combined Science: food production

Working Scientifically

  • Explaining everyday and technological applications of science
  • Evaluating associated personal, social, economic and environmental implications
  • Making decisions based on the evaluation of evidence and arguments

Resources

Handout: An investigation sheet for the students to complete.

Rocket words

  • fishing
  • sea
  • trawler
  • net
  • sustainable

Implementation

Starter

Fish are another example of a popular animal that is farmed. Ask the students to think about why fish may need to be bred and farmed rather than just relying on continuous fishing. Discuss the effects that too much fishing might have on both the ecosystem of the sea and also the effects too much fishing might have on humans.

Main Teaching

Answer questions and take part in activities during the presentation. 

Expert Film: This is Lewis George, who works as the Horticultural Engagement Officer at the RHS. Lewis talks about sustainable fisheries.

Career Film: Lewis George works as the Horticultural Engagement Officer at the RHS.

Mission Assignment

Research what has happened to bluefin tuna and what we could do to increase fish stocks. Present your research in the form of a news article with images attached. 

Alternatively:

Consider the rate of meat production, flavour and health considerations of the animals.

Role play:

a conversation between a battery hen and a free range hen

or a farmer and an animal rights supporter.

Carry out a survey to find out what sort of eggs people buy and why.

Impact & Assessment Opportunities

Plenary

With their talk partners, the children are to go through the quiz at the end of the presentation and answer the questions.