“As... excessive heat and energy warms the ocean, the change in temperature leads to unparalleled cascading effects, including ice-melting, sea-level rise, marine heatwaves, and ocean acidification. These changes ultimately cause a lasting impact on marine biodiversity, and the lives and livelihoods of coastal communities.” -- UN Given the beauty and abundance of our oceans, learning about oceanic issues can be incredibly disheartening and difficult to younger children. Aquat