Exploratorium
Geyser
Although it requires a little extra preparation the first time you use this geyser demonstration, it can be used repeatedly once it has been constructed. This demonstration is useful in showcasing how heat leads to increased pressure and...
Curated OER
Geologist
In this geologist worksheet, students identify and collect five geologic specimens that have important uses, giving an example of each. Also, they create a drawing that shows the cause of a volcano, a geyser, or an earthquake. Finally,...
Curated OER
Kamchatka: Just Gushing with Geysers!
Students explore geysers. They identify the parts of the geyser and how it works. Students create a working model of a geyser. They write a brief summary about their geyser.
Curated OER
"Texas T"
Students examine how the discovery of oil replaced cotton and changed the Texas economy from agricultural to industrial. They read primary source documents, define key vocabulary terms, and create a bookmark.
Curated OER
Let's Go! Virtual Yellowstone Tour
Students research the geologic wonders of Yellowstone National Park. They locate the main geologic features of Yellowstone on a map of the park. Students write a description of the geologic features to be included on the map for a...
University of Michigan
Photoglossary/geysers
Describes how a geyser works and provides a nice diagram of the geological structure of a geyser.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Pop Goes the Geyser!
Our home, Earth, is a living planet. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are proof that the geological forces that shaped our planet and created the land masses are ongoing. An amazing example of geologic activity that is less damaging is...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Our Solar System
This interactive tutorial will take students on a tour of our solar system. Students begin near the Sun with the really hot planets of Mercury and Venus. They will learn about Mars, probably the first planet that humans will visit. Next...
University of Oregon
University of Oregon: Io, Moon of Jupiter
Statistics and general information about the volcanic moon of Jupiter. Good comparison, with graphics, of Io's volcanoes and Earthly geysers.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Hot Spring
This website from the encyclopedia Wikipedia contains a definition for what a hot spring is, and tells how they differ from a geyser. Links are also provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Springs and Geysers
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes features of springs and geysers.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Hot Springs and Geysers
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How water heated by magma may emerge as a hot spring or geyser.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Hot Spots O Logy Card
Hot spots in the earth's mantle create natural phenomena like geysers and volcanoes. Learn about hot spots by reading this interactive ology cards and answer questions when you're finished.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Wyoming
Come and find out why so many people travel to see "Old Faithful." Do you know which state has the smallest population? Use this site to discover the unique characteristics of Wyoming.
Other
Yellowstone.net: Introduction to the Geysers of Yellowstone
This resource provides some history and information about Yellowstone Park and its geysers.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Examples of Thermal Energy
Describes examples of thermal energy in the natural world from the Sun, the oceans, and the Earth.
PBS
Pbs Teachers:yellowstone: Let's Go! Virtual Yellowstone Tour
Define the terms geyser, mud pot, hot springs, erosion and uplift. Identify the geologic wonders of Yellowstone National Park and write a description of the geologic features to be included on a map for a self-guided tour for park visitors.