Essential Questions: Why is it called “Christmas Island” and why is there more than one? Christmas Island (Indian Ocean) Approx. 1,550 kilometers (960 mi) northwest
Month: July 2020
Sailor Speak of the Week – Beach
Definition Noun What a sailor might call “any shore.” Origin 16th century. Comments Put another way, it’s where dirt meets water. If you live in
Comparing the Size of the World’s Oceans
How many oceans are there? The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), identifies “one global ocean” which contains 71% of the Earth’s water. Geographically
Sailor Speak of the Week – Antipodean Day
Definition Noun A day gained or lost when crossing the International Dateline at the 180th meridian. Origin Probably earlier than the 17th century. From Greek,
Fair Winds & Following Seas 