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Climate Change

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Rising sea levels, strong storms, melting ice ... who or what is to blame? Scholars browse the website in preparation for a class discussion or debate about whether human activity is causing climate change. They gain a balanced...
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Smithsonian Institution

Spanish American War

For Students 5th - 12th Standards
Today, Cuba and America sometimes struggle with diplomatic relations, but did you know that America went to war against Spain to free Cuba? Learners examine many interesting facts related to the Spanish American War using an informative...
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ProCon

Standardized Tests

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Does the use of standardized testing improve American education? Scholars dive into the issue as they prepare to discuss the debate topic with their classmates. After reviewing the pros and cons, they watch videos to help them arrive at...
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American Museum of Natural History

Climate Change

For Students 6th - 12th
It actually is possible to have too much of a good thing when it comes to climate change. A slide show lesson describes how burning fossil fuels contributes to climate change. Individuals read about the scientific process and the...
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Nrdc: Are the Effects of Global Warming Really That Bad?

For Students 9th - 10th
The problems of global warming are examined from the following perspectives: climate pattern changes, health effects, and ecosystem disruption. You will also find a number of NRDC related webpages further amplifying the topic of global...
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US Geological Survey

Usgs: Effects of Human Activities

For Students 9th - 10th
This site reviews the effects of agricultural development, urban and industrial development, drainage of the land surface, modifications to river valleys, and modifications to the atmosphere have on ground water and surface water.
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National Wildlife Federation

National Wildlife Federation: Global Warming and Water Fowl

For Students 9th - 10th
Is your state bird migrating farther north to escape the effects of global warming? This comprehensive resource answers this question by state.
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Koshland Science Museum: Earth Lab: Degrees of Change

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information on all of the aspects of global warming, climate change, and the future of the earth.
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Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature: Sila: Clue Into Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
The Arctic is where climate is changing at a faster pace than any other place in the world. Explore Water, Earth, Fire, and Air to investigate the basic elements that support all life and learn about the impact climate change is having...
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Arm Program's Education Center: Global Warming

For Students 3rd - 8th
An all purpose site with something for everyone. Learn about global warming and climate change, ask a scientist, take a quiz, or get a lesson plan!
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: A Student's Guide to Global Climate Change

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The signs of global climate change are becoming more and more evident. The EPA provides an excellent guide for students that acquaints them with the basic causes, effects on people and the environment, and solutions that they can engage...
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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Atmospheric Science Explorers: Global Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed overview of global climate change, with explanations of Earth's climate change, the carbon cycle, ecosystems, and greenhouse gases, and how the movements of matter and energy impact on climate. All information is reinforced...
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Journey North: A Global Study of Wildlife Migration and Seasonal Change

For Students 9th - 10th
Join teachers and students all over the country in observing the migratory patterns of birds and butterflies and the growth changes of plants as the climate changes. "Journey North" offers a wealth of resources to use as you investigate...
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Community Learning Network

Community Learning Network: Global Warming/climate Change Theme Page

For Students 9th - 10th
A large collection of web resources on the topics of global warming and climate change. Some links may be broken, as the site is no longer actively maintained.
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Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Global Climate Change: Cryosphere

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the effects climate has on the snow and ice covered cryosphere and see live data gathered from the North and South Poles.
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World Wildlife Fund: Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
The World Wildlife Fund offers a comprehensive overview of climate change, also known as "Global warming." Content includes basic information about the process and its effect on the environment, the science to back it up, conservation...
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete guide to the planet's climate change, including evidence, causes, effects, and conservation efforts.
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National Wildlife Federation

National Wildlife Federation: Wildlife Watch

For Students 9th - 10th
Folks are observing the effects of global warming by identifying the wildlife creatures they see in their local states. Check out the interactive map that highlights the observations in each of the fifty states. Learn how to become a...
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PBS

Pbs: Nova: Dimming the Sun

For Students 9th - 10th
An online presentation of NOVA's program Dimming the Sun. You can read a transcript of the show, read an essay on the effect of contrails on global warming, and view slideshows tracing a timeline of climate change and new technologies...
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: Arctic: A Friend Acting Strangely

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the devastating effects of climate change on an Inuit Arctic community in northern Canada. The melting sea ice caused by global warning has started a chain reaction of many changes in the culture and survivability in the Arctic...
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Pbs Nova: Vanishing Into Thin Air

For Students 9th - 10th
Glaciers are shrinking at an alarming rate. Witness the dramatic melting of Peru's Qori Kalis glacier. Investigate some of the benefits of glaciers as well as the negative effects that will result when the glaciers are gone.
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National Resources Defense Council: Your Oceans

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about issues that are major threats to the health of our oceans; read personal stories of how these threats affect people whose lives are connected to these valuable resources. Includes possible solutions and things you can do to...
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PBS

Nova: If the Ice Melts

For Students 9th - 10th
Global warming is becoming a big concern. See how it might affect the shorelines if parts of the Antarctic ice sheet melt. Diagrams of the east coast, Florida, northern Europe and southeast Asia are available.
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Global Change: Mobile Phone Radiation

For Students 9th - 10th
A video of Patrick Dixon explaining the possible dangers of radiation from mobile phones and a list of recent findings related to the controversy over whether or not mobile phone radiation causes damage to the brain, thereby increasing...