Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Alaska
Presents extensive information regarding Alaska's history, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Kidport
Kidport: United States of America Geography
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
Other
Alaska Volcano Observatory: Frosty Peak Description and Information
Resource provides a description, images, maps, and statistical data on Frosty Peak, a volcanic structure in Alaska.
50 States
50 States: Alaska (Ak)
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Alaska. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
US Census Bureau
U.s. Census Bureau: Gazetteer Files
The U.S. Gazetteer Files provide a listing of all geographic areas for selected geographic area types. The files include geographic identifier codes, names, area measurements, and representative latitude and longitude coordinates. There...
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Alaska
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Alaska including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
Other
Alaska Department of Fish and Game: Subsistence
At the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, you will receive current information regarding subsistence in all regions of Alaska. The information is interesting and is kept up-to-date.
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Alaska Department of Fish and Game: Subsistence
At this site of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, you will receive current information regarding subsistence in all regions of Alaska. The information is interesting and is kept up-to-date.
Other
Travel Tidings Alaska: Alaska Travel, Tourism, & Vacations
Visit this free Alaska travel guide about Alaska tourism, with information on travel regions, cities, national parks, activities, weather, and various maps.
NSTATE
Alaska: The Last Frontier State
Offers basic information on the history, culture, economy, geography, people, and government of Alaska. Also, provides maps and an almanac of statistical facts.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Alaska Enrichment
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is a colorful and informative discussion of facts about Alaska. It contains interactive activities for students to do at the Activboard.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Getting to Know Alaska
[Free Registration/Login Required] Using maps and Activotes, students will learn the basic facts about the state of Alaska.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Molly of Denali: Fish Camp Game
Use this Molly of Denali digital game to extend and expand students' use of informational text as well as their knowledge of Alaska Native culture.
Other
Wonderopolis: How Does the Earth's Surface Affect Culture?
Cultural geography is the study of cultural components and how they relate to the geography of the places where people live and travel. This article explains how geography influences culture. Included are activities, and a quiz at the...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of the American Indian: Indigenous Geography
Indigenous Geography helps you develop key understandings on nine different dimensions as they relate to six Native communities located in the Western Hemisphere. Learn about the creation stories, place boundaries and landmarks, calendar...
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: Arctic Animals of Alaska (Learning Activities)
Lesson plans, pictures, activities, and links make this site valuable for the teacher. Many activities can be used for individualizing instruction.
National Wildlife Federation
National Wildlife Federation: Bristol Bay
Through this resource, one can briefly explore the georgraphy and history, meet the wildlife, and understand the current threats to Bristol Bay, Alaska.
Other
Tourism Yukon: Yukon Communities
Take a virtual tour of the many Yukon communities from the cosmopolitan Whitehorse and historic Dawson Creek to the many located along the famed Alaska Highway.
Curated OER
Alaska State Flag
Presents extensive information regarding Alaska's history, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Other
Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council: Questions and Answers
Use this site to learn all about the Exxon Valdez oil spill in this easy to read, detailed, question/answer format. The links on the left hand side will take you to pictures, maps, lingering impacts and lots more.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Bering Land Bridge National Preserve
Hands-on curriculum unit in which students will explore the Bering Land Bridge National Preserve and learn about the past and present cultures of this arctic landscape. Students will also discover the plants, animals, and geology of this...
A&E Television
History.com: The States
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
Other
Arctic Refuge Series: Subhankar Banerjee
View some remarkable photos of the beautiful Arctic National Wildlife Refuge taken by artist and environmentalist, Subhankar Banerjee.
California Academy of Sciences
California Academy of Sciences: Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Although this was a traveling exhibit, there is much information still to be had via their website including basic facts and beautiful wildlife photos.