Dr. Sangeeta Mangubhai: Coral Reef Ecologist

Welcome to our In the Know topic for November, Watching NatureYou may wish to take a look at other grade spans and recommend articles to students that are below or above their grade’s reading level.

Grades K-1 learn about a unique scientist. A Spanish translation of the article may be found here. Additionally, students will learn about birds and their wings. A Spanish translation of the article may be found here.

Grades 2-3 learn more about how Dr. Mangubhai studies the ocean.  A Spanish translation of the article can be found here.

Grades 4-5 read about how Dr. Mangubhai grew up and why her job is so important to her. A Spanish translation of the article may be found here.

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Photo Credit: Wildlife Conservation Society Fiji