US Geological Survey
Us Geological Society: Hawaiian Volcanoes
This is an online book about Hawaiian volcanoes. You can learn about the past, present and future of the Hawaiian volcanoes.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Volcano Formation
Explanation of the factors that result in the formation of volcanoes, some basic but helpful animations and photographs.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey/ 20th Century Eruptions
table of 20th century eruptions. The dates are in chronological order starting with the most recent. Each eruption has a link and a description.
BBC
Bbc: Week of 9 1 14: Iceland Issues New Volcano Alert
Iceland has been on the watch for potential disaster caused by volcanic explosions. Read about the current risks and view video of the eruptions from the Bardarbunga volcano.
PBS
Nova: World's Deadliest Volcanoes According to the Volcanic Explosivity Index
Learn how scientists measure the size of a volcanic eruption. After viewing a recreation of the volcanic eruption of Mount St. Helens, you will be challenged to rate it using the volcanic explosivity index (VEI).
Other
Science Explained: Montserrat Volcano
Read an illustrated description of how an undersea volcanic eruption formed the Caribbean island of Montserrat. Includes a lengthy description of volcanic processes and defines many volcanic terms, such as lahar, tephra, and pyroclastic...
Other
Volcano Live: Krakatau Volcano the Eruption of 1883
The sequence of events that occurred during the time leading up to the eruption of the Krakatau Volcano. Also lists details of the aftermath of the eruption.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: Mt. Saint Helens
All the information that you would ever want to know about Mt. Saint Helens. There is a massive number of links to current information, background information, items of interest, eruption history and the May 18, 1980 eruption.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: Mt. Rainier
Extensive information on Mt. Rainier in Washington. Links to current information, background information, visit a volcano, items of interest, publications and reports, educational outreach, menus of interest and useful links.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Types of Volcanoes
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Different types of eruptions create different types of volcanoes.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey/ Historic Eruptions
Tambora of Indonesia had one of the deadliest eruptions since 1500. You will learn about the volcano and you can link to other related items.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Effusive Eruptions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Effusive eruptions are relatively mild eruptions that produce lava flows.
Other
Lanzarote Guide: Volcanic Eruptions
The Lanzarote volcanic mountains erupted in 1700, destroying many villages. Read about the eruptions at this site.
Read Works
Read Works: Eruption!
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text that asks the reader to make predictions about the eruption of the Colima Volcano in Mexico. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Volcanoes
Find out about the structure of volcanoes, and learn about the impact of volcanic eruptions on living things in this brief tutorial. Quick quiz to follow.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Types of Volcanoes
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Different types of eruptions create different types of volcanoes.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Effusive Eruptions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Effusive eruptions are relatively mild eruptions that produce lava flows.
Center for Educational Technologies
Nasa Classroom of the Future: Volcanoes
Use this site to discover some interesting facts about volcanoes and how they affect the earth. See some great animation and photos of volcanoes as well.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Volcanoes
This interactive from Annenberg Learner asks the question of whether erumptions of volcanoes can be predicted. Review what you already know about volcanoes, and move on to forecasting potential. Several short video clips are included as...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Answers to Exploration Questions: Volcanoes
A site answering questions such as volcano type, how scientist predict eruptions, and how scientist know hot spots exist in Yellowstone National Park.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Volcano Photo Glossary
Excellent glossary provides not only a definition of volcano terms but also a color photo of the term.
NC State University
The Engineering Place: Volcanoes: Viscosity Demonstration
For this lesson, students explore how the viscosity of lava affects the intensity of a volcanic eruption, and the resultant landforms that are created.
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Natural Disasters: Volcanoes
Read this EPA resource about what to do if you are in immediate danger from a volcanic eruption.
Weather Wiz Kids
Weather Wiz Kids: Volcanos
Great resource for learning all about tornadoes. Find out how they are formed, how they erupt, the different types, and notable volcanic eruptions. Also includes safety tips, animations, and activities.