Article
Other

Few: Human Impact on the Environment & Environmental Impact on Humans

For Students 9th - 10th
Human beings have an enormous impact on the natural environment, and ultimately on each other. The way we chose to house, clothe, shelter, and meet the needs for vital resources such as food, energy, and water, not only affect the...
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Uzbekistan: Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from the Library of Congress addresses the sad state of the environment in Uzbekistan caused by chemical, water, and air pollution. Particular emphasis is focused on the Aral Sea.
Website
United Nations

United Nations: World Environment Day

For Students 9th - 10th
Every year on June 5th, people around the world celebrate World Environment Day. Learn about the history of this eco-conscious event and how you can share with others the activities you participate in for this important day.
Handout
Australian Museum

Australian Museum: Sedimentary Environments

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource gives short descriptions of how sedimentary deposition occurs in rivers, lakes, river mouths, coral reefs, glaciers, arid environments, and tropical environments.
Handout
Other

Americans and the World: International Trade and the Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting article exploring the impact of international trade on the environment. Use this site to learn more about popular opinion and the reality of international trade's effects on the earth.
Unknown Type
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Focus on Environment: Trade

For Students 9th - 10th
The resource from Khan Academy provides practice questions for a high school world history course. This section assesses students' knowledge of the environment and its influence on trade.
Handout
Other

Copper Development Association: Copper and the Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides information on copper and the environment, copper's role in human health, copper recycling, and other topics.
Handout
European Union

European Environment Agency: Nature and Wildlife

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has the summary of a report on nature and wildlife in Europe. Read about the natural environment, changes resulting from human activity, or access a table of contents to read more.
Handout
University of Florida

South Florida Aquatic Environments: Florida Keys: About the Keys

For Students 9th - 10th
The Florida Museum of Natural History offers an excellent review of the reefs, mangrove and seagrass habitats of the Florida Keys. Spend some time learning about this unique location.
Lesson Plan
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)

Smile: Acid Rain and How It Affects Our Environment

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this lesson plan the teacher uses sulfuric acid with stones, leaves, and raw fish to demonstrate the effects of acid rain on the environment. Students create an environmental mural.
Article
Government of Canada

Government of Canada: Environment: Ecosystem Initiatives

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information on ecosystem initiatives and the programs in Canada that are working to preserve area ecosystems.
Lesson Plan
Arizona State University

Geo Literacy: The Desert Is Theirs: Adapting to Our Environment

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
The focus of this 3-part lesson is how the environment affects the human lifestyle. After reading the book, The Desert is Theirs by Byrd Baylor, students will understand how animals and humans have adapted to their environments in both...
Website
Other

One World's Journey: Georgia's Environment and Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
A nice summary of the physical geography of Georgia. Read about the climate, vegetation, and animal life.
Activity
Other

American Phytopathological Society: Effect of Environment on Plant Growth

For Students 6th - 8th
In this experiment, students investigate how changes in salinity, temperature, and water availability affect the growth of plants.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Evolutionary Biology: Extremophile

For Students 9th - 10th
Article describing some of the extreme environments where extremophile organisms can live, and giving examples from bacteria, archaea, flora, and fauna. (Published: November 26, 2010)
Handout
Palomar Community College District

Wayne's Word: Life on Salt Lakes

For Students 9th - 10th
A fascinating report on some of the living things found in salty environments. There are terrific photos of salt flats colored red by some salt loving bacteria.
Website
NOAA

Noaa: National Ocean Service Education: Nonpoint Source Pollution

For Students 9th - 10th
Illustrated tutorial explains nonpoint source pollution and its role in the health of the environment. Students learn about different sources of pollution and how these pollutants contaminate the land, air, and water. Click on the links...
Website
NOAA

Noaa: Ocean Service Office of Response and Restoration: Response Tools

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Listed is information to support effective and safe responses to oil spills in the coastal environment. Links provide access to software & data sets, publications and web portals.
Website
Other

Do Something: 11 Facts About Organic Food

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the differences between conventionally grown food and organic for both people and the environment. Includes important statistics about nutrition and pesticides.
Website
PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: Monsoon

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS explores India through an in-depth look into the country's climate and the affect of monsoons on the area. Identifies the different types of monsoons in India, climatic factors, and the effects on the environment.
Website
Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a description of the environment of the Ukraine. Read about landforms, vegetation, animal life, and climate. Also read about the history and demographics of Ukraine.
Handout
World InfoZone

World Info Zone: Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource covers many topics about the South American country of Brazil. Subjects included are geography, architecture, languages, food, economy, sports, environment, population, religion, history, arts, and holidays. There is also a...
Website
Other

The Earth Charter

For Students 9th - 10th
The Earth Charter website is designed to be a global resource for persons interested in promoting the ethical stewardship of the environment and its resources. The Earth Charter is a document for international co-operation, it is...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: North Korea

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to North Korea. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you...

Other popular searches