Investigate the effects of storm wave action on man made
structures on a beach or island and determine the best place to
build an ocean front structure on an island. By Margaret Olsen,
SouthEast COSEE Education Specialist - To investigate the
effects of storm wave action on man made structure on a beach or
island. - To determine the best place to build an ocean front
structure on an island. Materials (per group) - Plastic
container (large enough to build a barrier island of sand) -
Gallon jug or similar container (to add water) - A variety of
materials to build structures with (shells, sticks, rocks,
leaves, grass, straws, cardboard, etc.) - A source of wind
energy. Examples include a block of wood (which you move in the
water), a fan, or a hair dryer. See the Waves Fact Sheet. -
Divide the class into 5 groups. Note: in this activity, all five
of the groups can build their structures in a single container
or in individual containers. - In the container provided, build
a barrier island out of sand. Include dun