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Article
American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Conservation From Treetops: Canopy Ecology

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the value of forest canopies. This article and resources that accompany it identify the benefits of a forest canopy: the homes it creates, the medicines is provides, and how it improves the air we breathe.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Bringing Coastal Dead Zones Back to Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Increased amounts of nitrogen and phosphorous are leading to "dead" areas on our coastlines. Delve into the details and how to get involved with stopping this from happening.
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Unit Plan
Geographypods

Geographypods: Patterns in Environmental Quality and Sustainability

For Students 11th - 12th
This collection of five learning modules looks at issues related to environmental change and sustainability. Topics addressed include changes in the atmosphere, soil, water, and biodiversity, and what can be done to counteract this and...
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Canadian Wildlife Federation

Hinterland Who's Who: Video and Sound Clips Library

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Hinterland Who's Who: Video and Sound Clips Library has a variety of videos to watch, including spoofs and behind-the-scenes clips.
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Website
Canadian Wildlife Federation

Hinterland Who's Who: Video and Sound Clips Library

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Hinterland Who's Who: Video and Sound Clips Library has a variety of videos to watch, including spoofs and behind-the-scenes clips.
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Website
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Environmental Law & Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about environmental law and how communities are affected by environmental concerns.
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Lesson Plan
Other

Bringing History Home: Environmental History

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
This 2nd grade unit introduces children to the history of environmental protection in the U.S. Beginning with three types of environment - mountain, grass plain and forest - the lessons explore some of the natural resources found in...
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Other

Enviro Watch

For Students 9th - 10th
Watchdog organization dedicated to preserving the environment through education, research, and legislation.
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Article
Other

Kind News Online Teacher Zone

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Readings, activities, and lesson plans from KIND News Online. Teach children social responsibility with focus on animal protection and environmental conservation. News articles available in both English and Spanish.
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Handout
PBS

Pbs: Energy and the Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is devoted to the environmental record of the George W. Bush Administration. It examines everything from nuclear energy and waste to better fuel efficiency in SUVs.
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Website
Other

Kids for Saving Earth

For Students 3rd - 6th
A comprehensive environmental education website full of ideas for saving the Earth, largely contributed by children. Lots of ideas for Earth Day or for an eco-kids club, and many resources are helpful for student research. A variety of...
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Learning and Teaching About the Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
Students and teachers can explore environmental issues with classroom resources, homework help, and other publications.
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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Engineers Speak for the Trees

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students begin by reading Dr. Seuss' "The Lorax" as an example of how overdevelopment can cause long-lasting environmental destruction. Students discuss how to balance the needs of the environment with the needs of human industry....
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Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Above Ground Storage Tanks in the Houston Ship Channel

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students are provided with an introduction to above-ground storage tanks, which sets the stage for the real-world engineering challenge presented in the associated activity- to design new and improved storage tanks that can survive storm...
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Website
Other

Nevada Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains information on many of the issues the State of Nevada is dealing with today: Environmental Protection, Forestry, Natural Heritage, State Lands, State Parks, Water Resources, Wildlife, Wild Horses, and more.
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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Glaciers, Water and Wind, Oh My!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This hands-on activity explores five different forms of erosion (chemical, water, wind, glacier and temperature). Students rotate through stations and model each type of erosion on rocks, soils and minerals. The students record their...
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Article
American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Ecosystem Services: A Primer

For Students 9th - 10th
It is humans' responsibility to take care of the Earth's many ecosystems. Many of the daily things we take for granted - e.g., clean water and air, pest control, and protection from severe weather - are results of healthy ecosystems....
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Other

Icpdr: Ships and Environment to Share Danube River

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a comprehensive analysis of the importance of the Danube River Basin and ways to balance human and ecological needs in the basin. The reason behind this study is the European Union's move to open shipping lanes in the Danube and...
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Website
Other

Friends of the Earth

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit the home page of Friends of the Earth, an organization dedicated to protecting the world. Easily navigated links to specific topics.
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Website
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Important Issues

For Students 9th - 10th
This official site for the EPA describes the issues of the day. Learn about topics such as water, air, climate, wastes and pollution, green living, and more. Find important ways that you can get involved in protecting the environment.
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Handout
Other

Nrdc :Rewriting the Rules: The Bush Administration's Environmental Record

For Students 9th - 10th
This site outlines the president's environmental policy. Site primarily focuses on Bush and his policies towards the national parks. Report can be downloaded in pdf form from the right side of the page.
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Website
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Be the Change

For Students 3rd - 5th
Kids and adults alike people can engage in projects that make our communities greener, healthier places. Here are a few ideas to get started.
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Article
BBC

Bbc: Bush Rejects Kyoto Style G8 Deal

For Students 9th - 10th
An article from the British point of view regarding Bush rejecting an environmental plan in 2005. Global warming is the main issue in this article. There is an interactive and animated guide of global warming on this page. Very cool!
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Article
American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Sea Turtles: Ancient Creatures With Modern Problems

For Students 9th - 10th
Ancient sea turtles have peaceful creatures living in a world that is challenging their existence. Take a look at this article and its many resources and lesson plans to understand what is causing the decline in their population.