Marine Debris is a terrible problem around the world! It hurts and kills our marine life, is a hazard for ships, and is harmful to humans!

It can last for hundreds of years!

We made this site so other students could learn about marine debris - what it is, where it comes from, and how they can help prevent it.

To Find Out More,

We are fifth grade students from He'eia Elmentary School in Kaneohe, Hawaii, on the island of Oahu. We are proud to be part of Oracle Education Foundation Thinkquest International 2007. Special thanks to Adobe Systems Incorporated for their software support. All rights reserved. Copyright 2007. Please contact us at gail_van_de_verg@notes.k12.hi.us