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Canadian Centre for Energy Information: Canada Fueled by Resources [Pdf]
In this teaching unit for Grades 4 and 5, students learn about Canada's petroleum resources, the impact on the environment from our use of them, and how the geography Of Canada affects things like population distribution and regional...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Extreme Oil
This in depth look at oil charts the history, journey, and science behind this industry. Much effort, manpower, and resources are placed behind the extraction, acquisition, and sale of this valuable resource. This segment provides an...
US Energy Information Administration
U.s. Eia Energy Kids: Nonrenewable Oil (Petroleum)
Provides good information about oil made from petroleum. Covers production, offshore drilling, fuel products made from crude oil, the refining process, and environmental issues. Includes helpful charts and maps.
BBC
Bbc News: What Is a 'Top Kill'?
As the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico officially becomes America's largest oil disaster, a major procedure, known as 'top kill', is being tried to stop the flow of oil. Details of the procedure, graphics, and video clips are included.
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Canadian Centre for Energy Information: Earth Really Rocks [Pdf]
Earth Really Rocks is a teaching unit for Grades K-3. It approaches the study of rocks from an energy perspective, looking at how gas and oil are formed underground, as well as at sedimentary rocks and the structure of the Earth's crust....
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Canadian Centre for Energy Information: Energy Machines [Pdf]
In this teaching unit for Grades 4 to 6, stuidents learn all about the drilling rigs and pump jacks that are used in the petroleum industry.
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Canadian Centre for Energy Information: Petroleum the Source of So Much [Pdf]
This colourful 12-page booklet shows how petroleum products pervade all aspects of our lives. Some activities are included.
University of Oregon
Museum of Natural and Cultural History: Rocks and Minerals: Everyday Uses
Click on the shelves in this virtual exhibition to learn about the many rocks and minerals that we use in our everyday lives.
National Geographic
National Geographic: Encyclopedic Entry: Non Renewable Energy
A good primer on non-renewable energy sources. Covers the overall advantages and disadvantages, and discusses the different types and their pros and cons. Includes a slideshow with captions.
US Department of Energy
Doe: Fossil Energy: Education Start Page
Overview of the fossil energy industry (oil, gas, coal) with detailed descriptions of the processes and the work of the people employed in the industry.
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: Saudi Arabia
Scroll down on this site to read about the relationship between the Saudi and American governments. This site also has information on Saudi Arabia's history, government, politics, and economy.
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Pump It Up
Students will learn how oil and natural gas are pumped or recovered from the earth.
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Great Energy Debate
After learning about all the energy sources, students will be able to list and identify the economic and environmental advantages and disadvantages of them.
National Academy of Engineering
Greatest Engineering Achievements of the 20th Century: Petroleum
Learners investigate petroleum and petrochemical technologies in the 20th century. Some topics examined are the environment, oil, and refining byproducts. The resource consists of historical information, a timeline, and a personal essay...
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
The National Academies: Our Energy Sources: Oil
The United States has a huge dependency on oil as an energy source. Efforts are being made to reduce this for many reasons, the main ones being the security of this source and the impact on the environment. Transportation is one area...
Cosmo Learning
Cosmo Learning: How to Make Petrol or Gas From Crude Oil
Take a trip on an oil rig to view how oil is drilled. This documentary shows how gas and petrol is refined from crude oil. See a pumping jack in action as it harvests "Texas's gold". Follow the crude oil as it travels through pipes to an...
Cosmo Learning
Cosmo Learning: The Inside Story of Modern Gasoline
The inside story on gasoline as told by the Standard Oil Company. This documentary was made in 1946 and explores the molecules that make up crude oil. Learn how the crude oil molecules are separated to make up usable forms like gasoline,...
eSchool Today
E School Today: Non Renewable Energy
Learn what non-renewable energy is and the different types.
Digital History
Digital History: Black Gold: The Oil Frontier
A brief overview of how the gusher at Spindletop in 1901 spurred the giant oil industry in America in the early twentieth century.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Petroleum Engineers
The Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a complete description of the petroleum engineering career field, including nature of work, outlook, and earnings.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Oil Shale
When converted to petroleum, oil shale is a valuable resource produced by many countries around the world, including the U.S. Wikipedia discusses the geology, history, economics, and environmental considerations of oil shale.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Canada's Petroleum Heritage
Petroleum! Where does it come from? Follow its importance, technology, rank in the world, products, and more.. in this colorful, informative web site.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Canada's Petroleum Heritage
Canada's Petroleum Heritage website is a learning resource that presents the oil and gas industry from past to present. Its rich history, the challenges it faces today and its future potential are explored. The site showcases the people,...
Crescent Public Schools
Crescent Public Schools: Hydrocarbons
This online lesson provides students with information about hydrocarbons--substances composed of only hydrogen and carbon. Complete the print-outs to assess your understanding of this organic chemistry concept.