In this lesson, students read about restoration projects and evaluate the Santa …
In this lesson, students read about restoration projects and evaluate the Santa Catalina Island restoration project. Students will gain knowledge about the restoration work scientists are doing to restore the natural resources that were harmed by DDT discharge.
Students can investigate how people and nature are changing the landscape over …
Students can investigate how people and nature are changing the landscape over time. The Landsat series of Earth-observing satellites has acquired data for monitoring the planet's landmasses since 1972. Earthshots shows how satellite data are used to track changes in the surface of the Earth. Each Earthshots page features a different location from around the world and explains the changes that the satellite images reveal.
In this lesson, students illustrate the value of wetlands as a nursery …
In this lesson, students illustrate the value of wetlands as a nursery for young organisms, show the value of wetlands in controlling erosion and retaining water, and demonstrate the role of wetlands in absorbing/filtering pollutants and excess nutrients.
This article provides a basic explanation of how earthquakes can trigger a …
This article provides a basic explanation of how earthquakes can trigger a tsunami. There is a link to animations that show the impact of tsunami waves.
This short story presents the issues involved in deciding how water will …
This short story presents the issues involved in deciding how water will be used in the development of a new town. A link is also provided on the page to a script adaptation of the story so that students can act out the story through role play.
This webpage provides several brief articles that describe the causes and impacts …
This webpage provides several brief articles that describe the causes and impacts of large tsunamis, as well as offering tips related to preparation for and safety during a tsunami.
This informational online text supports the interactive map "This Dynamic Planet: A …
This informational online text supports the interactive map "This Dynamic Planet: A World Map of Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Plate Tectonics" and serves as a supplement to "This Dynamic Planet: A Teaching Companion." Contents include: "Historical Perspective," "Developing the Theory," "Understanding Plate Motions," "Hotspots," and "Plate Tectonics and People."
This series of activities supports the interactive map "This Dynamic Planet: A …
This series of activities supports the interactive map "This Dynamic Planet: A World Map of Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Plate Tectonics" and the complementary booklet "This Dynamic Earth: The Story of Plate Tectonics." These resources engage students in learning more about the interior forces of the Earth and the theory of plate tectonics. Students will investigate the fossil evidence that supports Continental Drift and create a model of the tectonic plates on a spherical surface.
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