American Museum of Natural History
Fossils
Sixteen slides showcase an average day on the job for a paleontologist, Ross MacPhee. Engaging images include world maps and real-world photographs from an archeological dig in Antarctica. A brief description accompanies each slide.
British Antarctic Survey
British Antarctic Survey: About Antarctica
Official site of the British Antarctic Survey, this page offers info. on various aspects of Antarctica's physical geography, as well as wildlife, weather & other related topics.
University of Chicago
Cara Virtual Tour: Welcome to Antarctica!
The Center for Astrophysical Research in Antarctica takes you on a tour of New Zealand, McMurdo Station, and the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Research Station, all part of a virtual tour of Antarctica. Lots of pictures and a relaxed style...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Antarctica
Learn about the geography of Antarctica. Maps, natural resources, and facts about this continent are on this site.
Extreme Science
Extreme Science: Coldest Place on Earth: Antarctica
A description of the extreme climate of the Antarctica, the coldest place on Earth, as well as the windiest. It is also the highest continent, and considered to be a desert as it has little rainfall. Includes information about the...
Other
U.s. Antarctic Program
This government site delves into the research of all aspects of the Antarctic region including its ecosystems, its impact on the climate, and aerospace.
Ohio State University
Ohio State University: Byrd Polar Research Center
Visit the Byrd Polar Research Center site and find out about the research currently going on in Antarctica. Click on Polar Pointers to find links to other sites with information about the Antarctic.
Other
Ecology
Humans are having a negative effect on the ecology of Antarctica. Get the facts on krill harvesting, global warming, and ozone depletion.
British Antarctic Survey
British Antarctic Survey: The Antarctic Treaty Explained
A clear explanation of the Antarctic Treaty, a unique international agreement between scientists. Outlines the gist of the fourteen articles in the original agreement, signed in 1959 by twelve nations. Many more have signed on since. The...
Other
Salariya: You Wouldn't Want to Be a Polar Explorer!
This site talks about the "Expedition you'd rather not go on." Click through this great on-line cartoon book to learn about Shackleton's polar expedition.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Ice Stories: Dispatches From Polar Scientists
During the International Polar Year, scientists descended on the Arctic and the Antarctic in droves. While there, they documented their experiences and research work. That rich database of information, covering November 2007 to October...
Other
Canal Kids: Mundo (Natural & Historical World Wonders)
The "Mundo" area of Canal Kids highlights forty of the world's natural and historical wonders. Pick a location from the drop-down menu and get background information on the Parthenon, Mount Fuji, the Grand Canyon, the Great Wall of...
PBS
Pbs: Nature: Penguins of the Antarctic Penguins: Sensitive Indicators
Explore current scientific research on the impact that climate changes are having on the penguins of Antarctica. Gather information regarding penguins, and write a story from a penguin's point of view that describes its daily life.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Museum of Science, Art and Perception
This museum provides numerous online exhibits about everything from the science of sports to the Hubble Telescope. Each exhibit includes learning ideas, fun activities, articles, and learning games.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Australia
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Australia can be found on this website.
Other
Kids World Travel Guide: Continent Facts
Provides interesting and fun facts on the continents of the world.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Earth Surface Dynamics (Research Activities)
This site from USGS provides several activities to help understand the interrelationships among earth surface processes, ecological systems, and human activities. Also included are links to new findings and programs concerning Earth...