Pacific Islands – Vol. 1 No. 21
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The Pacific Islands Natural Inquirer examines research on a variety of topics including coastal crabs, mangrove forest and rising sea levels, restoration of patches in tropical forests, invasive tree species, and conservation management. This journal also features a cultural section with five articles discussing traditional navigation, traditional Bai and storyboards, mindful hiking, traditional fale, and Chamoru culture.
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Highlights
- 5 Articles
- 5 Cultural Essays
- Glossary
- 15 Activities
- 16 Scientists
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Scientists investigated how typhoons impacted the importance of microorganisms in sesarmid crab diets. The scientists also wanted to discover whether the mangrove leaves were a more important food source than...Welcome to McMangrove’s – Determining the Importance of Mangrove Leaves in a Tree Crab’s Diet
Scientists investigated how typhoons impacted the importance of microorganisms in sesarmid crab diets. The scientists also wanted to discover whether the mangrove leaves were a more important food source than... -
The scientists in this study wanted to identify which mangrove forests, growing in various conditions, were keeping up with sea level rise.My Sediments Exactly! – Can Mangrove Forest Sediments Keep up With Rising Sea Level?
The scientists in this study wanted to identify which mangrove forests, growing in various conditions, were keeping up with sea level rise. -
The scientists in this study were interested in figuring out what kind of treatment would lead to the best outcomes for the restoration of native forest in the Lake Ngardok...Patchwork – Using Forest Patches to Help With Forest Restoration in Palau
The scientists in this study were interested in figuring out what kind of treatment would lead to the best outcomes for the restoration of native forest in the Lake Ngardok... -
The scientists in this study were interested in two questions: (1) How are tamaligi trees impacting the native forests in the National Park of American Samoa? and (2) How are...The Plot Thickens – How Native Trees Responded to the Removal of an Unwanted Tree Species in Forest Study Plots
The scientists in this study were interested in two questions: (1) How are tamaligi trees impacting the native forests in the National Park of American Samoa? and (2) How are... -
In this research, the scientists wanted to describe and summarize the forests managed for conservation in the Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands and compare...Tropical Four-est Inventory – Using Measurement to Understand the Condition of Forests in Micronesia
In this research, the scientists wanted to describe and summarize the forests managed for conservation in the Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands and compare... -
In this essay, learn about traditional ocean sailing, including navigation.The Original Global Positioning System
In this essay, learn about traditional ocean sailing, including navigation. -
In this essay, learn about traditional Palauan craftsmanship as revealed in bai construction.Hello, Good Bai!
In this essay, learn about traditional Palauan craftsmanship as revealed in bai construction. -
In this essay, learn about observing the forest with a special form of forest hiking: omelisebekl.Mindful Hiking, Palauan Style
In this essay, learn about observing the forest with a special form of forest hiking: omelisebekl. -
In this essay, learn about the Samoan fale, a building style that traditional, progressive, and climate-friendly.The Old Is New Again in Samoa and American Samoa
In this essay, learn about the Samoan fale, a building style that traditional, progressive, and climate-friendly. -
In this essay, learn about the ancient Chamoru culture of Guam and their unique method of building homes.A Tall Chamoru Latte, Please!
In this essay, learn about the ancient Chamoru culture of Guam and their unique method of building homes.
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The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: Which organisms on a mythical planet are producers, consumers, and decomposers? Materials: Large sheet of blank paper Pencil and eraser Markers,...FACTivity – Welcome to McMangrove’s
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: Which organisms on a mythical planet are producers, consumers, and decomposers? Materials: Large sheet of blank paper Pencil and eraser Markers,... -
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: How do mangrove forests compare with salt marshes? Materials: A blank piece of paper Provided poem (Optional: access to library or...FACTivity – My Sediments Exactly
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: How do mangrove forests compare with salt marshes? Materials: A blank piece of paper Provided poem (Optional: access to library or... -
In this FACTivity, you will explore natural areas near your school or home. You will come up with a plan to help support natural vegetation and wildlife in the area....FACTivity – Patchwork
In this FACTivity, you will explore natural areas near your school or home. You will come up with a plan to help support natural vegetation and wildlife in the area.... -
American Samoa and Hawai’i are both a part of the United States. In this FACTIVITY, you will create a map showing the location of American Samoa in relation to Hawai’i....
FACTivity – The Plot Thickens
American Samoa and Hawai’i are both a part of the United States. In this FACTIVITY, you will create a map showing the location of American Samoa in relation to Hawai’i.... -
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different types of scientific description? Materials: Flexible measuring tapes (60 inches) Flexible measuring tape...FACTivity – Tropical Four-est Inventory
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different types of scientific description? Materials: Flexible measuring tapes (60 inches) Flexible measuring tape... -
In this FACTivity, you will locate north, south, east, and west using only the Sun.FACTivity – The Original Global Positioning System
In this FACTivity, you will locate north, south, east, and west using only the Sun. -
In this FACTivity, you will draw and color your own storyboard.FACTivity – Hello, Good Bai
In this FACTivity, you will draw and color your own storyboard. -
In this FACTivity, you will practice omelisebekl in a forest or natural area near you, or in your schoolyard or backyard.FACTivity – Mindful Hiking, Palauan Style
In this FACTivity, you will practice omelisebekl in a forest or natural area near you, or in your schoolyard or backyard. -
In small groups, read and discuss the provided Samoan maxims. Each student should identify a situation in their own life when one or two of these maxims applied.FACTivity -The Old Is New Again in Samoa and American Samoa
In small groups, read and discuss the provided Samoan maxims. Each student should identify a situation in their own life when one or two of these maxims applied. -
This FACTivity is taken from the Pacific Fire Exchange wildfire curriculum mentioned in the last paragraph of the essay. The curriculum includes information about some of the important values of...FACTivity – A Tall Chamoru Latte, Please!
This FACTivity is taken from the Pacific Fire Exchange wildfire curriculum mentioned in the last paragraph of the essay. The curriculum includes information about some of the important values of... -
Explain what each of the photos represents. You may have your students write their explanations or hold a class discussion.eyeChallenge – Pacific Islands
Explain what each of the photos represents. You may have your students write their explanations or hold a class discussion. -
Test your knowledge on food chains, endemic species, and germination.Crossword Puzzle – Pacific Islands
Test your knowledge on food chains, endemic species, and germination.
Glossary
View All GlossaryClassroom Review Board
Mrs. Takata’s 9th Grade Biology class
- Hilo High School
- Hilo, HI
Editorial Review Board Comments
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Susan Cordell
My favorite science experience is returning to our tropical dry forest restoration experimental plots and seeing native species thrive. A decade ago, most people thought we were crazy to attempt...View Profile -
Julian Dendy
My favorite experience related to science is the combined feeling of exhaustion, peace, and wonder after putting in a hard field day out in nature. However, the feeling most particular...View Profile -
Christian Giardina
I like being a scientist because I like understanding how nature works. It is great to have a job studying plants and animals and the forests in which they live....View Profile -
R. Flint Hughes
My favorite science experience was working with local villagers in the rain forests of southern Mexico. I was working to understand how deforestation and land use were changing those forests...View Profile -
Bernice Hwang
Some of my favorite experiences in the Pacific involved collecting arthropods from tree canopies and working on tall climate towers on Hawai‘i Island. Combining some of the things I enjoy...View Profile -
Ashley Lehman
My favorite science experience is collecting forest monitoring data. My favorite place to collect data is on the permanent Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) plots in the mangrove forests in...View Profile -
Richard MacKenzie
When I was little, I used to come home from the creek behind our house covered in mud. I still do. I love that I get to study fish, insects,...View Profile -
Edwin Polloi
My favorite science experience includes working with nature and restoring the forests. I also enjoy seeing new plants and identifying species that have never been discovered before. I learn about...View Profile -
Joko Purbopuspito
My favorite science experience is doing something unusual and at the border of things. In the following three paragraphs, see if you can identify the borders at which I have...View Profile -
Kashgar Rengulbai
My favorite science experiences include working with plants and animals to gain knowledge. I like to learn about the connection between plants and animals and their ability to adapt to...View Profile -
Wendolin Roseo Marquez
My favorite science experience is conducting the Forest Inventory and Analysis in Micronesia. I enjoy the whole process. This process includes research planning, community consultation, data collection, assuring quality, data...View Profile -
Amanda Uowolo
My favorite science experience occurred while collecting data on species diversity, density, and size in a forest in the Republic of Palau. We had our noses to the ground looking...View Profile
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