NASA
Nasa Earth Observatory: Polar Paradox
In this article about global warming, learn how the warming climate could affect the polar ice caps, glaciers, sea ice, and amount of freshwater entering the polar oceans. Read how some scientists believe global warming could add to...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Types of Landforms
Describes different landform types and their features. includes many good quality photographs.
Other
Geoscience Research Institute: The Little Ice Age
This very detailed article examines the long-term climate changes throughout the world. Discusses agriculture and provides graphs and illustrations. Includes lots of scientific discussion.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: Glaciers and Ice Caps: Storehouses of Fresh Water
Locate glaciers and ice caps on a world map at this USGS site. Read about the formation of galciers and other interesting facts. Learn about the effects glaciers have on the landscape, and of their importance for our fresh water supplies.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: South Cascade Glacier
Learn about the history, mass balance, and meteorological data of the South Cascade Glacier. View several photos of the South Cascade Glacier.
Indiana University
Indiana University Bloomington: Geo Notes: Indiana During the Great Ice Age [Pdf]
Describes the impact of the Ice Age on Indiana's geology and prehistoric wildlife.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: How Much Water Is There on (And In) the Earth?
The USGS gives an overview of the amount of water on Earth and where it is located. It gives a few interesting facts about the Earth's supply of water. Click Home to access the site in Spanish.
Ohio State University
Beyond Penguins and Polar Bears: The Forces That Change the Face of Earth
Learn how different types of Earth processes change Earth's surface.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Glaciers Study Guide
Review the types of glaciers and glacier movement.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: Antarctic Glaciers Picking Up Speed
From ABC News in Science, this article discusses scientific research connected to the rise in sea level because of fast-moving glaciers in the Antarctic.
PBS
Newton's Apple: Glacier Activity
Learn about how glaciers were formed and then do a simulation activity of a glacier moving slowly down a hill. What does it deposit?
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Patagonia: Glacier Maker: The Science of Glaciers
Identify the contents of a glacier like those found in Patagonia, construct a mini glacier model in class and compare and contrast the classroom model with Patagonian glaciers.
Other
Geography of Switzerland
This site offers a wealth of geographic information on Switzerland, including charts of major waterways, glaciers, mountains, passes, and a map of major highways.
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University of Vermont: What Are the Physical Effects of Glaciers?
See what a glacier in Vermont has done to a mountain. What marks did it leave behind? Click on this site and find out!
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Montana State University: Plate Tectonics and Glacier Formation [Pdf]
Document describes the two types of glaciers and how they are formed. Learn how plate tectonics and glacial formation are related.
Channel 4 Learning
4 Learning: Geography Essentials: Investigating Rivers
A description of rivers, their uses, and their formation. There are worksheets and links for additional teacher support.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Earth Science for Kids: Glaciers
Kids learn about the Earth science subject of glaciers including how they form, types of glaciers, geological features, how they flow, and interesting facts.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Ice Ages
What is an Ice Age? Discusses the five major ice ages and the causes.
Other
Newfoundland Coastal Safari: Icebergs
Discusses the icebergs which are formed off the coast of Greenland and flow through the Northern Atlantic. Contains a link to the International Ice Patrol, a Coast Guard project to monitor large icebergs.