What is a fjord? Where and why do they occur? Objective Students will use maps and photographs to learn where the fjords of the world are located and to reach conclusions about fjord formation and other glacial processes. Background Teachers need to read the Fjord Estuary Ecosystem (pg 79) section of the Forging Connections resource. Preparation Students will need access to the internet to do additional research as part of the homework. All of the readings, worksheet, and photos can be found in the resource: Forging Connections - An Educational Resource For Kenai Fjords National Park. Lesson p Duration: 90 Minutes Additional Standards: National Standards: Science A 1, C 4, F 2-4; Geography 1-4, 7,8, 17.