National Institutes of Health
Niehs: Kids' Pages
Learn about keeping our environment clean with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences' Web Page. There are web resources for environmental issues, games and activities and coloring pages, too.
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: Teacher Serve: Environmental Justice for All
Essay on environmental justice in America and the impact of government policy in which Robert D. Bullard examines the inequality of environmental burden on people of color and lower income persons. Links to related resources for further...
US Geological Survey
U.s. Geological Survey: Land and People: Finding a Balance
Environmental study project engages high school students in studying earth science resource issues. The project focuses on the interaction between people and the environment in three regions of the United States: Cape Cod, Los Angeles,...
Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy: Can Fire Positively Impact an Ecosystem?
In this lesson, students explore controlled burn scenarios and the positive impacts of fire on ecosystems.
PBS
Pbs: Journey to Planet Earth: On the Brink
A part of the PBS series "Journey to Planet Earth," this section examines "how severe environmental problems can lead to political crises and increased hostilities around the world." Includes video clips and educational resources.
C3 Teachers
C3 Teachers: Inquiries: Geography, Humans, and Environment
A learning module on how humans change and shape their local environment. It includes several supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include...
Other
Union of Concerned Scientists: Science for a Healthy Planet and Safer World
The official website for Union of Concerned Scientists provides information on environmental issues and suggestions on actions people can take to curb environmental harm.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Human Geography: Agricultural Geography
AP Human Geography course unit on Agricultural Geography discusses industrial farming, global agriculture and the green revolution.
Population Connection
Population Connection: Population and Environment[pdf]
A paper from the Population Connection that outlines the consequences to the environment if humans continue on the path of overpopulation.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Dirty Work: Sewer Cleaners
Part of NPR's series called "Dirty Work," this site features a trip into the Cincinnati sewer system. Learn how sewer workers help improve our environment.
Other
Americans and the World: International Trade and the Environment
Interesting article exploring the impact of international trade on the environment. Use this site to learn more about popular opinion and the reality of international trade's effects on the earth.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: It Is Easy Being "Green" Part Iii of Iii
In this third and final installment of the "Green" series, the students will work in their ability groups to create a commercial to advertise their green cleaning product. Students will create a logo and a name brand and market their...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: It Is Easy Being "Green" Part I of Iii
In this two-day instructional activity, students will learn what "Going Green" means, including how to utilize sustainable resources. Students will work in groups (selected at random) and research pros and cons of changing their...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: "The Lorax" an Environmental Issue
Students watch "The Lorax" as an introduction to environmental issues. Students need not have prior knowledge of terms. This lesson follows the learning cycle. Students design a plan to make the Truffula trees sustainable and...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Printable Lesson: Litterbug Clean Up!
In this printable lesson, children will learn about the environment by going outdoors and picking up litter. Use this printable lesson, video clips, science notebook pages, and support materials from the PBS KIDS show Elinor Wonders Why...
Other
Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Get Outside
This interactive site allows you to click on different areas of a landscape for great ways to connect with nature in your neighborhood. Learn about building tents, fairy houses, a herbarium and puddles!
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Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Use a Reusable Water Bottle
Did you know that used bottles and cans often end up in landfills or worse, in our lakes and oceans or on the ground as litter! This pollution hurts birds, turtles, and other wildlife. These are some of the reasons why we should use...
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Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Make a Biodegradable Planter
This activity provides a guide for making biodegradable planters.
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Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Recycle for Wildlife
We throw away so many things on a daily basis. Why not find creative ways to recycle and reuse them? 45 ways you can make different items by using recycled materials are provided here.
Other
Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Take Speed Showers
Learn here how to conserve water by taking a shorter shower! By being mindful of how long we keep the shower running, we can help save a lot of water and energy.
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Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Organize a Yard Sale
Learn your part in keeping unused items out of landfills by organizing a yard sale. By exchanging or donating your old stuff you can save money and reduce the amount of waste that goes into landfills!