Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Levitating Magnets: Floating Isn't Just for Magicians
If you ever seen a magician float an object in the air, you might think that levitation is just a magic trick, but the truth is you can use an invisible physical force to levitate a magnet. Try this simple, week-long science project to...
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Usps: Polar Lights
You and your students are going on an expedition to learn about the polar regions. Explore the glaciers, subglacial rivers, and volcanoes. Get up close and personal with furry, flippered, and feathered friends. Learn how other people...
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Childu: Compass:over the Edge
Do you know what a 'compass rose' is? Follow this interactive animation to learn how to use a magnetic compass properly. Easy to understand; aimed for younger students.
NOAA
Noaa: Arctic Theme Page
Information on the Arctic for students, teachers, and other interested groups includes changes in the ecosystem and climate.
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Polar Bears International: The Bear Facts
This site from Polar Bears International, dedicated to the worldwide conservation of the polar bear and its arctic habitat, provides extensive information about the polar bear. Content includes polar bear I.Q., hibernation facts,...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Ptarmigan
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Ptarmigan. It also includes pictures and an extensive quote from 19th Century naturalist Edward Nelson.
Globe Tracks
Travel for Kids: Finland
"Finland isn't at the North Pole nor is it always covered in snow." This site lets younger students explore the geography and culture of Finland.
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Unmuseum: Virtual Exploration Society: Matthew Henson
Read the exciting account of Matthew Henson's explorations of the Arctic region and his assault on the North Pole.
Read Works
Read Works: Who Owns the Arctic?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the North Pole, the countries that want to claim it, and the effects of global warming. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Bears Lesson Plan
This lesson plan explores how polar bears survive in areas near the North Pole.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: North America, 1858
A map from 1858 of North America showing the boundaries at the time for Russian America (Alaska), Greenland, British America or New Britain, Canada East and Canada West, the United States, Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies...
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Rhode Island College: The Fate of Franklin
Use this website for multimedia resources and links to other sites with information on Sir John Franklin and his expedition.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: How Do Magnets Work?
During this lesson students will examine magnets and determine that they have two poles (north and south). They will observe which poles attract and which poles repel.
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Magnet Man: Cool Experiments With Magnets
Here is a lengthy listing of activities and resources pertaining to magnets and magnetism. Experiments which can be performed with many different types of magnets are described; detailed directions and photos are provided.
World Wildlife Fund for Nature
Wwf: Our Earth: Ecoregions: Habitats: Polar Regions
A simple introduction and overview of the polar regions. Includes a link to information about animals that live in a polar habitat.
Read Works
Read Works: Electric and Magnetic Forces and the Modern Day Compass
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about how a compass works using electromagnetic force. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden: Tundra Animals
Explore this comprehensive resource on the birds and mammals of the tundra. This resource features information such as diet, class, order, size, habitat, conservation range and the like.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Laysan Albatross
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Laysan Albatross that also includes a picture.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Arctic Studies Center: Lemmings
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Lemmings that also includes a picture and a quote from naturalist Edward Nelson.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Christmas Day, December 25
Christmas traditions are unique to each family. But we share a common origin of this special holiday. Learn about the fundamentals of this celebration at this Library of Congress site.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Snowy Owl
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Snowy Owl that also includes a picture and an extensive quote from the 19th Century naturalist Edward Nelson.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Rock Ptarmigan
Discover how the Rock Ptarmigan lives in the Tundra when you check out this site. This resource features photographs, information on characteristics, life cycle and more.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Arctic Fox
Learn more about the arctic fox through this clear and concise site. This resource features photos, characteristics, behavior information and more about this fascinating mammal.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Polar Bears
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Polar Bears. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, diet, behavior and life cycle.
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