What would I need to do to adequately prepare my students before the visit (consider adaptations for English learners and students with special needs)

For the students to understand and appreciate the ocean I will have a habit lesson before the trip. I will discuss the oceans and how humans and their pollution have affected them. In the classroom students will view different videos, and other visuals, about the pollution. The visuals will enable English Learners to see the decrease in animal life in tide pools.

Before the field trip, I will hand out permission slips and recruit parent volunteers to help in supervision of the students. This will help in supervising special needs and help English learners understand tasks. The students will need to bring their science journals for an assignment at the beach. I will also pack sunscreen for the students and hats. If students are unable to pack a lunch, I will provide sandwiches and water for the students. This will keep them alert and aware of their surroundings, cutting down on accidents.