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eSchool Today

E School Today: Conservation of Natural Resources

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about steps to take in the aid of conserving our natural resources.
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Other

Biology Discussion: Natural Resources: Depletion Reasons, Types and Conservation

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses how the the natural resources of the world are being depleted at an alarming rate, and that humans depend on them for their survival. Elaborates on four main causes of resource depletion, and initiatives that could help to...
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Other

Reserva Natural Canon De Rio Claro

For Students 9th - 10th
This Spanish website is the principal page for the Canon del Rio Claro nature reserve in Colombia. Find out about the reserve, conservation efforts and how to visit.
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Other

North Carolina Department of Energy and Natural Resources: Grade Your Schoolyard

For Students 3rd - 8th
What is your school doing to protect and conserve water? Use the following questions to find out. When you are done, make some suggestions for how your school could improve. What could you and your class do to help?
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Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy: How Dirt Works

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, students learn the value of soil and its role as a natural resource.
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Other

Wwf: Conservation Programs ~ Mackenzie Valley

For Students 9th - 10th
The Mackenzie Valley,in the Canada's Northwest Territories, is under the protection of WWF-Canada's Mackenzie River Basin Conservation Program. The program aims to protect habitats & ecosystems within the watershed, and to make sure...
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Georgia State University

Georgia State University: Eco Connections: Conservation of Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
During our exploration of each previous lesson, we have learned about many of the factors that contribute to the ongoing destruction of our environment. In our final lesson, we will make a holistic appraisal of the impact that each of...
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Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Environmental Careers: Conservation Pilot

For Students 3rd - 8th
Beverly Paulan, a Department of Natural Resources aircraft pilot, explains how she became a conservation pilot and what she does in her job.
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Globio

Glossopedia: Conservation

For Students 3rd - 8th
Conservation concepts are explained and illustrated within the context of the global community.
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eSchool Today

E School Today: Nonrenewable Energy: Natural Gas

For Students 3rd - 8th
Get the basics on nonrenewable energy. Learn about its uses and conservation.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Ecotourism and Its Impact on Forest Conservation

For Students 9th - 10th
Get a handle on the benefits, both economically and ecologically, of ecotourism through this article and its additional resources.
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Nature Conservancy

Nature Works Everywhere: Pollinator Garden Tip Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
Certain creatures help pollinate plants. This guide will help gardeners plant good pollinator plants.
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Other

Conserve Energy Future: What Is Soil Pollution?

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the natural resource, soil, and explore the ways it can become polluted.
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Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Ohio's Five Physiographic Regions

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives characteristics and history of Ohio's different regions. Map included. Very detailed descriptions of rivers and nature perserves in the State.
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Climate Literacy

Clean: Ecological Footprint

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore their own ecological footprint in the context of how many Earths it would take if everyone used the same amount of resources they did. They compare this to the ecological footprint of individuals in other parts of the...
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Soil Resource Management in the National Parks

For Students 9th - 10th
An article discussing how the National Parks Service uses the soil program to manage soil sustainability. Learn how maintaining the soil is key to protect many other areas in the National Park Services.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Soil and Water Conservationist

For Students 9th - 10th
Soil and water conservation are important in the protection of the earth's natural resources. Read about the careers that study and encourage conservation. Find out about the educational requirements necessary to become a soil or water...
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Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy: Population Management

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this lesson plan, students learn about the necessity of managing the herd size and grazing rights of the cattle in East Africa. [6.01]
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Be an Energy Saver

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson focuses on the scarce and non-renewable nature of fossil fuels in order to stimulate student thinking about energy conservation. It emphasizes the fact that saving energy can be good for the wallet as well as the earth's...
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Ecoregions: Aleutian Islands Tundra

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses features of the unique ecoregion, the Aleutian Islands tundra. Covers wildlife, threats to preservation, and conservation initiatives.(Updated August 26, 2012)
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Microbial Life: Los Angeles and the Future of Mono Lake: Web Quest

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Student WebQuest studying biodiversity, preservation, and natural history. Students act as political advisors exploring Mono Lake's life forms the impact humans have on the environment. After researching the issues, students create a...
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Canadian Wildlife Federation

Hinterland Who's Who: Wetlands

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Canada?s wetlands, what they are and where they are located. Wetlands are divided into two classes: freshwater and saltwater. They are further separated into four main types: ponds, marshes, swamps, and peatbogs. Discover the...
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eSchool Today

E School Today: Food Loss and Food Waste

For Students 4th - 8th
Explore the issue of global food loss and food waste.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: To Love the Beautiful: The Story of Texas State Parks

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn much information about the history of Texas and in particular its state parks. Includes suggested reading material and links to related sites.