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Australian Museum: Minmi Paravertebra

For Students 3rd - 5th
The Minmi Paravertebra was an Ankylosaur, the first to be discovered in the Southern Hemisphere, in Australia. Detailed information about what is known about this dinosaur is presented, including its behavior, diet, classification, etc.
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Australian Museum: Plant Eating Dinosaurs Teeth

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Some excellent photos of the teeth of herbivorous dinosaurs are presented.
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Australian Museum: The Sydney Basin

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the structure of the Sydney Basin in Australia. The Sydney Basin is millions of years old. It contains large coal fields which are economically important to Australia. Included are links to maps which show the geology,...
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Australian Museum: The Earth: The Universe

For Students 9th - 10th
Basic information about the universe, its origin and composition. Also includes information about galaxies, stars, and the sun.
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum Society: Arthropods

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of what arthropods actually are and a discussion of their origin, as well as some info on research.
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The Australian Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features links to information on Australia's museum.
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Australian Museum: Meat Eating Dinosaurs Teeth

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Some excellent photos of the teeth of carnivorous dinosaurs are presented.
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum: What Are Minerals?

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn what minerals are, how they form, and some properties that minerals have.
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True Blue Australian Slang

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of Australian slang terms and their meanings.
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Australian Songs

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to many Australian songs.
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Australian Paintings: The Value of Tradition

For Students 9th - 10th
An essay discussing the value of tradition as seen through Australian paintings.
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Australian Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
This homepage offers many links to different areas of Australian culture, including social etiquette, humor, inventions, science, quotes, dining, and many others.
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Australian National University: Robotics System Lab

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Australian National University provides good descriptions and photos of robots involved in research in Australia.
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Australian Dictionary of Biography: Mac Arthur, Douglas (1880 1964)

For Students 9th - 10th
General Douglas MacArthur was a prominent military figure in both World Wars and the Korean War. During World War II offensives in the Pacific, he worked closely with Australian forces. He oversaw the surrender of Japan at the end of the...
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Five Day Australian Mini Unit

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Lesson plan about Australia that covers culture, government, geography, and animal and plant life. Calls for teachers to arrange for Internet penpals from Australia.
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Oceans Alive: Whale Dreams

For Students 9th - 10th
You can click on whale spotting in Australia, types of whales, global whale sanctuary and whale songs. View maps and diagrams that can help you spot whales.
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Australian Maritime Safety Authority: Experiment to Clean Up an Oil Spill

For Students 9th - 10th
For this activity, students conduct an experiment to investigate how difficult it is to clean up an oil spill. There is a comprehensive list of observation questions for students to respond to.
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Australian Government: Dept. Of Agriculture: Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
Improving stewardship and sustainable management of Australia's environment including topics such as biodiversity, EPBC Act, Marine, Protection, International Activities, and Partnership.
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Australian Government: E Safety: Sharing Photos and Personal Information Online

For Students 3rd - 5th
Personal information is as precious as the keys to your house. Giving these keys to the wrong people, even by accident, can be like allowing a stranger into your house without you even knowing. If someone has lots of personal information...
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Menopause

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a valuable informational resource on the topic of menopause, including information on history, myths, and therapy. Also includes a message board and FAQ section.
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Australian National University: Introductions to Marxism

For Students 9th - 10th
A useful collection of links to "Classical Marxism" texts. Most of the links lead to substantial readings from primary sources.
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Australian National University: International Socialism or State Capitalism

For Students 9th - 10th
Examines socialism as it was carried out by Stalin and company in the former Soviet Union. Makes the argument that what began with a socialist revolution degenerated into state capitalism. There is one chapter from a book available...
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Walking With Dinosaurs: Fact File: Ophthalmosaurus

For Students 9th - 10th
Read information about the dolphin-shaped opthalmosaurus, and learn what fossil evidence tells us about this marine dinosaur's hunting, anatomy, and young. View a listing of quick facts about the opthalmosaurus' size and diet, and launch...
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Walking With Dinosaurs: Fact File: Peteinosaurus

For Students 9th - 10th
Peteinosaurus was a flying reptile from the Late Triassic period, and the fossils left behind tell us much about its anatomy, prey, and flight. This resource provides simple facts as well as several images and a video that let you see...

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