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Unit Plan
Columbia University

Columbia University: East Asia in Geographic Perspective

For Students 9th - 10th
Humans have a great capacity to accommodate to changes in physical environments. Flood, drought, and even global warming lead pragmatic peasants and farmers to assess current ways of operating and seek ways to maximize production....
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Handout
Science4Fun

Science4 Fun: Air Pollution

For Students 1st - 6th
What is air pollution? Discover the sources of air pollution, the effect of air pollution on health, the effects on the environment, and how you can help.
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Article
American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Beetle Devastates Yellowstone White Bark Pine Forests

For Students 9th - 10th
This article highlights the infestation of mountain pine beetles in Yellowstone White Bark Pine Forests. Find out the cause and effect of such an outbreak and explore supporting resources.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Built for the Artic: A Species' Splendid Adaptations

For Students 9th - 10th
A very good description of the traits possessed by the polar bear to help it cope with its environment. You will also learn how global warming has impacted the lives of polar bears.
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Website
US Geological Survey

Usgs: Earth Surface Dynamics (Research Activities)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from USGS provides several activities to help understand the interrelationships among earth surface processes, ecological systems, and human activities. Also included are links to new findings and programs concerning Earth...