CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Human Actions and the Sixth Mass Extinction
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how human actions are resulting in a sixth mass extinction.
Bagheera
Bagheera: Elephant
This site takes a detailed look at elephants and the current threats to their existence. Content includes a focus on the elephant's role in the ecosystem, relationship with humans, and more.
Bagheera
Bagheera: Mountain Gorilla
This site takes a look at the physical characteristics and habitat of the mountain gorilla, with a special emphasis on how this animal has become endangered and ongoing conservation efforts. Learning activities are available from the...
Bagheera
Bagheera: Orangutan
This site takes a look at the unique characteristics and history of the orangutan. Special focus is given to the causes of endangerment, as well as conservation efforts currently underway. Relevant learning activities can also be found...
Bagheera
Bagheera: Giant Otter
This site takes a look at the physical characteristics and habitat of the giant otter. Special focus is given to why this animal is endangered, and conservation projects currently underway. Additional learning activities are also...
Bagheera
Bagheera: Indian Python
This site takes a look at the physical characteristics and natural history of the Indian Python. Special attention is paid to the endangerment of this snake, as well as conservation efforts currently underway. Additional learning...
Bagheera
Bagheera: Malayan Sun Bear
This site takes a look at the physical characteristics, habitat, and natural history of the Malayan Sun Bear. Special attention is given to the causes of endangerment to this bear, as well as current conservation efforts. Additional...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Human Actions and the Sixth Mass Extinction
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how human actions are resulting in a sixth mass extinction.
PBS
Pbs Nature: Elephants
Did you know that the elephant is the largest animal in the world? Discover more about where they live, what they eat and how they socialize when you visit this site.
PBS
Pbs Nature: Orangutans
Come and check out this awesome resource on orangutans. Students who need help narrowing their informational search will benefit from this clear and concise resource.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Fourth Grade Science: Life Science: Habitat Destruction
Looks at ways plants and animals, including humans, can impact the environment in this learning module.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Biodiversity Crisis Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for a unit on the biodiversity crisis.
Thinkport Education
Thinkport: Write Now: Where Has All the Sav Gone?
Students are presented with videos, text and data in order to write an informational piece about submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) in the Chesapeake Bay.
Nature Canada
Northern Icon in Peril: Global Warming Threatens the World's Polar Bears
Did you know that Canada lists the polar bear as a, 'species of special concern.' This page provides a glimpse at how climate change is effecting polar bears in the Canadian Arctic. You will also find some basic polar bear facts: size,...
LM Digital Media
Kids World Fun: Mikolay and Julia Meet the Fairies by Magda M. Olchawska [Pdf]
Can Mikolay and Julia save the fairies' forest using their magic? Read this storybook to see what happens and what you can do for the earth.