NOAA's Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary protects one of the world's most important humpback whale habitats. Learn more about the sanctuary and find educational resources for teachers and students.
Photo: Ed Lyman/NOAA, under NOAA permit #14682
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For Teachers and Public
Tools for teachers to increase understanding and promote stewardship of the environment, humpback whales, and their home in Hawai'i.
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For Students and Families
Find out how you can learn about the sanctuary, humpback whales, and the environment through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).