University of California
Ucmp: Georges Cuvier
This site from the University of California, Berkeley offers a biography of George Cuvier. Scientific ideas of George Cuvier are presented, such as those related to comparative anatomy, fossils, the idea of extinction, and others....
University of California
Ucmp: Learning From the Fossil Record
Fossils provide scientists with clues about Earth's past. This site from the University of California's Museum of Paleontology is great for exploring lots of information on fossils.
University of California
Ucmp: Paleoecology
This engaging presentation gives examples of insights gained throught the science of paleoecology. Examples are provided that show how paleoecologists use fossils to determine past climates, ecosystem changes and interactions between...
University of California
Ucmp: Mystery Fossils
Each month a new mystery fossil is presented for students to try to identify, giving them a taste of what paleontologists are confronted with in their work.
University of Nebraska
Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historic Park
The Ashfall Fossil Beds are located in Nebraska. Much of the research done there is conducted by scientists from the University of Nebraska and the Nebraska State Museum. The history, geology and paleontology of the site are described....
University of California
Ucmp: Dinoflagellates
The University of California provides background material on dinoflagellates which exhibit bioluminescence. Site includes information on their fossil record, ecology, and structure.
University of California
Ucmp: The Tyrant Lizards: The Tyrannosauridae
This site from the University of California provides basic information on T. rex with links to related material great for a quick introduction.
University of California
Ucmp: Inferring the Possible Speed of Dinosaurs
An essay detailing the evidence used to determine how quickly dinosaurs moved. Includes pictures of fossilized dinosaur tracks.
Tramline
Tramline: Dinosaurs: A Prehistoric Adventure for Grades 2 5
Click "Start Fieldtrip," for a wonderful look at a subject that has been a constant amazement to children of all ages. This dinosaur learning module for grades 1-3 is a "Prehistoric adventure," discussing dinosaur fossils, the size of...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Life Begins in the Deep Ocean
Educator, Tierney Thys, relates the story of a sea urchin's different phases of development while revealing a beautiful tale of fertilization, development and growth in the deep ocean. [6:02]
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Anning: An Artistic Look at the "Princess of Paleontology"
Students will practice their observation skills by listening to the story Stone Girl Bone Girl: The Story of Mary Anning. They will discuss what fossils are and how they are formed, then complete an observation drawing of some common...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Identifying Fossils: Exploring the Mississippi River Bluffs
Students investigate fossils found in the Decorah Shale found in the Mississippi River bluffs. They will determine the name and description of the most common fossils. They will also determine how old the fossils are and what the...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Fossils and Living Organisms
In this lab, young scholars will observe and compare fossils with living organisms by making a "fossil" and comparing it to a real fossil and the "organism" it was made from.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Make a Model Fossil
This activity will show students two different ways fossils can be made. They will form and discuss the differences between a "mold" and a "cast" model fossil(s).
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: How Old Is That Thing on That Rock?
Students using magnifying glasses to observe collected fossils, and then make inferences and hypotheses about the age of the specimens.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Indentification of Earth Materials
Students identify the fossils and materials, and form a hypothesis as to how they were formed and what it was before preservation.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Geo Logic: Lagerstatten and Unique Fossils
With GEOLogic questions, students are asked to match several unique fossils with the sites and locations where they were found, as well as their geologic age.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Geo Logic: Museums and Their Dinosaur Displays
Using GEOLogic questions, students match five top museums with two fossils that they have on display based on clues presented from various points of view.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Geo Logic: State Fossils
With the use of GEOLogic questions, learners are asked to identify states with their respective state fossils, and determine the year in which it was declared, based on clues given from various points of view.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Adventures at Dry Creek
This educational module enables students (5-12) to experience ongoing research of University of California paleontologists studying about life in Montana 60-70 million years ago. It gives students the opportunity to experience the...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: National Park Service: Park Geology
Take a journey to the national parks to gain information about their geology through photographs, maps, and field notes. Learn about disturbed lands restoration, mineral and resource management, fossil deposits, geological features, and...
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University of Texas at Austin
E Fossils: Flashcards: Genera Australopithecus and Paranthropus [Pdf]
PDF will assist those learning about Hominins. Print off the document and cut into flashcards featuring Lucy, Taung Child, Nutcracker Man, and The Black Skull.
National Institute of Educational Technologies and Teacher Training (Spain)
Ministerio De Educacion: Clasificacion De Los Seres Vivos
All known form of life gathers in large groups, which are called kingdoms. This site provides a thorough overview of the five kingdoms with many illustrations. The lessons contain 15 interactive activities.