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American Museum of Natural History

Earthquakes Tremors From Below

For Students 6th - 12th
Earthquakes are really no one's fault. A thorough lesson explains the different types of earthquakes how they happen. Learners interact with the online lesson to simulate earthquakes and examine their results. The lesson is appropriate...
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Columbia University

Scientific Background on the Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features information and related links that can be used by students and scientists to understand the events that led to the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
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BBC

Bbc: Japan Earthquake, March, 2011

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete coverage on the Japanese earthquake and tsunami of March, 2011. Information also provided on the Fukushima nuclear plant. March, 2011
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Other

Unavco: Event Response to the Mw=9.0 Tohoku, Japan Earthquake and Tsunami

For Students 9th - 10th
Relevant data connected to the earthquake as well as links to technical information and science websites. Also find many graphs and charts with information on the tectonic activity.
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National Institutes of Health

Niehs: Earthquakes and Tsunamis

For Students 3rd - 5th
Basic information on what to do if you are in an earthquake or a tsunami.
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Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution: Tsunami: An Interactive Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete, interactive learning activity covering the science of tsunamis, preparedness, research, and historical tsunamis. Excellent animations and real, historical recordings of survivors allow the learner to experience what happens...
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University of Washington

University of Washington: Physics of Tsunamis

For Students 9th - 10th
The civil engineering department presents the physics of a tsunami. The topics addressed: what does "tsunami" mean; how do tsunamis differ from other water waves; how do earthquakes generate tsunamis; how do landslides, volcanic...
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Yale University

Yale University: Tracking the Destructive Power of the Pacific Ocean's Tsunami

For Students 9th - 10th
Expert Lori Dengler discusses the long history of tsunamis and earthquakes in the Pacific rim and Japan in particular.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Savage Earth: Tsunamis

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site exploring the mysterious and destructive tsunamis. Explore this scientific marvel and learn about the causes and dangers.
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University of Southern California

University of Southern California:tsunami Research Group

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a world map of locations of past tsunamis, some video/animations of tsunamis, and a list of additional links to related topics.
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NOAA

Noaa: March 11, 2011 Honshu Tsunami

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts, figures, and a graphic display of the Honshu tsunami that was generated by a Mw 8.9 earthquake on March 11, 2011.
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The Guardian

Guardian: Indian Ocean Tsunami Disaster

For Students 9th - 10th
A Special Report from the Guardian provides the latest news and reports from the tsunami-afflicted countries. Includes animation of the tsunami.
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PBS

Wave That Shook the World

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource focuses on the December 26th Indian Ocean tsunami. It explains the anatomy of the Indian Ocean tsunami, as well as what is being done to prepare for future tsunamis. In addition, it shows potential hot spots for future...
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Savage Earth Online

For Students 6th - 8th
PBS produced "Savage Earth," a television series about volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis. Contains extensive information with great graphics.
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US Geological Survey

U.s. Geological Survey:the Great M9.2 Alaska Earthquake of March 27, 1964

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of the earthquake in Prince William Sound, Alaska in 1964. Links to isoseismal map, earthquake damage photos, and seismogram of the earthquake.
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Community Learning Network

Community Learning Network: General Tsunami Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Come and learn more about tsunamis through this collection of resources. This site offers a wide variety of links to increase your knowledge of this powerful force of nature.
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US Geological Survey

Usgs: Tsunami & Earthquake Research

For Students 9th - 10th
The USGS provides an extensive section of information about tsunamis. The items presented are the basics of tsunamis regarding the Great San Francisco earthquake of April 18, 1906, tsunamis in the U.S. Pacific Northwest, and the 1998...
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NOAA

Noaa: International Tsunami Information Center: Tsunami, the Great Waves

For Students 9th - 10th
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defines a tsunami and links to related pages about what causes tsunamis and how lives can be saved from their devastation.
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Other

Pacific Tsunami Museum: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Pacific Tsunami Museum provides a very extensive FAQ sheet that answers many questions about tsunamis, a tsunami picture of the month, and additional links to related topics.
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Ready

Ready: Kids: Tsunamis

For Students 3rd - 8th
Content includes background information, are you at risk, and details about what happens before, during, and after a tsunami.
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Other

Humboldt State University: Living on Shaky Ground: How to Survive Earthquakes

For Students 9th - 10th
Actions to take that increase safety in the event of an earthquake or tsunami. Website covers identifying hazards in the home, creating a disaster plan, protecting yourself during an earthquake, checking for injuries and damage, and...
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Other

Abc News: Talking to Kids About the Tsunami Tragedy

For Students Pre-K - 1st
How can you begin to talk to your kids about the Tsunami tragedy? This site offers insight on how to deal with this difficult topic.
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Other

K 3 Learning Pages: Tsunami Disaster

For Students K - 1st
This site features several links to tsunami relief sites. Students and teachers can access information about the tsunami relief efforts through these resources.
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Other

International Inst. Of Seismology and Earthquake Engineering: Tohoku Earthquake

For Students 9th - 10th
Technical information on the earthquake of March 22, 2011, consists of facts about the mainshock, tsunami simulation, and determination of earthquake magnitudes.