Coral Reef Hide and Seek! is a printable activity for children aged 3 to 7. Hidden among the coral are reef animals, and the challenge is simple: can you find them all? It is a game of looking closely, pointing, and spotting what is tucked out of sight.
Along the way, children are introduced to the ocean and the creatures that live on a coral reef. Searching for animals that blend into their surroundings is a gentle way to show that the reef is a busy home full of life, and that this life below the water is worth looking after.
To use it at home or in the classroom, print a copy for each child or pair and let them search at their own pace. You could ask: Which animal was the hardest to find? Why might an animal want to hide on a reef? What do you think it needs to stay safe? Children can then circle each animal they find and talk about their favourite.
For a follow-up, ask children to draw their own coral reef with a hidden animal for a friend to spot. It works well as a quiet activity, a topic starter for lessons about the ocean, or a fun way to talk about protecting sea life.
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