Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Dna From the Beginning: All Cells Arise From Pre Existing Cells
This animated explanation introduces the concept of mitosis by reviewing the research of Walther Flemming.
PBS
Pbs Nature Critter Guide: Mammals: Aardvarks
This PBS Critter Guide gives a brief description of the aardvarks life and habitat. This site would be useful for students who need help narrowing their Internet research information into a manageable amount.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Busy Bees
Fourth graders research bees and how their specialized body parts help them in survival and contribute to the success of plant survival and reproduction.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Utilizing Scientific Inquiry in Creative Writing
In a writing workshop activity, students determine the specific dietary, habitat, and reproductive strategies of an organism through research and observation.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: American Pika
Get to know the American Pika.. colored photos, description, life cycle, map of habitat, food. Only the basic details of this little animal are given, making it perfect for younger researchers.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Giant Panda
This is a resource on the giant panda. It has excellent facts and information, captivating photographs, and an interesting video. [1:27]
Other
The Leatherback Trust
The Leatherback Trust is a non-profit organization of scientists and future scientists to preserve the Leatherback sea turtles and their nesting beaches.
PBS
Pbs: Nature: Panda Bears
What bear is considered China's national treasure? This site features a brief description of the life of a panda bear.