A shallow pool of seawater cut off from the ocean by sand or coral.

Why it matters: Lagoons are nurseries for baby fish and calm resting places for seabirds.

Fun Fact: Some lagoons shine at night with glowing plankton!

Say it like this: la-GOON

Your turn: Rhyme time!
In the lagoon, under the moon…
can you finish the rhyme?

A still body of freshwater completely surrounded by land, nature’s calm water mirror.

Why it matters: Lakes store water for animals humans, and rivers. Many are connected secretly to the sea.

Fun Fact: The world’s deepest lake, Lake Baikal, holds 20% of Earth’s freshwater!

Say it like this: Layk

Your turn: Draw your favourite lake creature; fish, frog, or duck and name it something splashy.