Other
Hacienda Baru Lodge
This site provides information about the ecosystem, wildlife, and conservation of Costa Rica.
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Energy Relationships for Satellites
The orbits of satellites are described and an energy analysis is performed. Kinetic, potential and total mechanical energy are explained and applied to the motion of satellites.
Other
Florida Department of Environmental Protection: Climate Change and Coral Reefs
Find out about the devastating effects climate change is having on Florida's coral reef ecosystems.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Conserving Water
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how we can conserve water.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Know Your Energy Costs
The goal of this activity is to become aware of how much energy students use at school- and the financial and environmental costs.
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Sustainability
Find out how sustainability plays a role in the goal of global energy efficiency.
Other
Contra Costa County Office of Education: Bats: Why Should You Care?
At this site, provided by the Contra Costa County Office of Education, you can get the facts on bats and their environment.
Ohio State University
E History: Ballinger Pinchot Controversy
A brief, but thorough, explanation of the controversy and antagonism between Gifford Pinchot and Richard Ballinger concerning conservation and the government's role in protecting public land. Read how this issue caused a rift in the...
Other
Friends of the Earth International
The home page of Friends of the Earth International provides current information on issues of use and misuse of natural resources around the world.
World Wildlife Fund for Nature
World Wildlife Fund Russia
This resource provides bilingual news and facts about wildlife issues and projects across Russia. A small collection of beautiful images and video clips. Special section for kids with puzzles and nature-related games such as Rescue the...
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Helping Kids Help the Environment
Define and explore the concept of environmental citizenship through a series of literacy-based multimedia, online and hands-on learning experiences. Discover how responsible citizens can help protect their local communities by...
University of Utah
University of Utah: Learn Genetics: Conservation Genetics
For a great overview of conservation genetics, check out this detailed website. Find out why conservation genetics is needed and the tools required to make it happen.
Other
Solar Cooking Archive: Solar Cooking Faq
This site from Solar Cooking International contains a list (and definitions) of various types of solar cookers. Also included is an interesting set of questions and answers about solar cooking.
Other
The Groundwater Foundation: Easy Ways to Conserve Water
What are some easy ways to conserve water? This resource features some practical ways to accomplish this important task. Students and teachers can work to conserve water at school and at home.
Other
Vancouver Aquarium/career as a Marine Biologist
Practical information about becoming a marine biologist. Site includes brief interviews with two professionals. Has listing of Canadian colleges with degrees in marine biology.
Other
Lewa Wildlife and Conservancy
Read about the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and its research efforts.
eSchool Today
E School Today: Food Loss and Food Waste
Explore the issue of global food loss and food waste.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Land and People: Finding a Balance
Student groups will be asked to present and justify a solution to a real environmental dilemma concerning water usage.
Other
Envirolink: Earth Day
A concise site that gives the students the opportunity to learn all about how Earth Day was started.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History: 1890 1945: The Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt
Looks at Theodore Roosevelt's actions and accomplishments as president from 1901-1909. Discusses his policies in Latin America and the construction of the Panama Canal, and his Square Deal program where he went out of his way to...
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium
This resource is the homepage of the Monterey Bay and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Black Footed Albatross
Come and check out this clear and concise resource featuring the Black-footed Albatross. Students will learn more about this aquatic bird's life, characteristics, habitat, range and more through this educational resource.
Other
Planet Ark: World Environmental News
Welcome to Planet Ark's daily Reuters World Environment News - the most comprehensive source of environmental news on the Net. To read previous news stories, please use the search engine below to find stories relating to any...
Climate Literacy
Clean: Ecological Footprint
Students explore their own ecological footprint in the context of how many Earths it would take if everyone used the same amount of resources they did. They compare this to the ecological footprint of individuals in other parts of the...