Young scholars research maps, weapons and weather from a variety of wars, then create a presentation showing the impact weather and topography has had on military operations.

Students explore the use of satellite surveillance systems to track criminals. They consider how the use of this technology in law enforcement might affect them and write opinions on whether or not such a system should be adopted by...

Young scholars study the term 'peaceful coexistence' and the role it plays in the Chinese process for reunification with Taiwan. They research and assess the political ideologies, economic stability and national identities of the...

Students discuss the historical conflicts in Israel and the Middle East after reading an article from The New York Times as a class. Students are divided into groups after the discussion and research parties of interest in the Middle...

Students collect, interpret and analyze weather variable data. They describe atmospheric variables that affect evaporation. Students create graphs and analyze the information collected.

In this science worksheet, learners locate and identify various vocabulary terms related to earth science. There are 44 words/phrases located in the puzzle.

Students examine why the United States did not ratify the Kyoto Protocol. They develop their own opinion on the Protocol and share them with the class. They also discover how scientific data may be organized to use in a debate.

Students identify and summarize the critical aspects of each of the four topics on air pollution. They present these critical components in an interesting and creative manner to class members.

Students examine an article that discusses Queen Elizabeth's address to the United Nations General Assembly. In this instructional activity, students complete several assignments that are centered around the topic of the article,...

Students measure the pH of local rain water. Students map the location of the collected rain water according to pH levels.

Young scholars examine the pH level of rain water in their local community. They locate each location on a map. They analyze the data and draw conclusions.

Young scholars research "risk." They complete a guided worksheet to help them find relevant answers. They complete an analysis of the Space Shuttle Challenger. Students determine pros and cons of technology

Fourth graders examine how trees help to absorb the pollution that is emitted from automobiles. They review the process of photosynthesis and determine how forest management is important on their reservation. They think about the...

Learners examine current and past economic crises around the world, using the current recession in the United States as a starting point.

Students discuss the characteristics of the Goldilocks Principle. They discover the pressure and chemical composition of Venus and Mars. They discuss how the Earth's temperature is affected by the atmosphere.

Eleventh graders examine four different kinds of human rights.  In this American Government lesson, 11th graders research the assigned human right in their groups.  Students create a presentation about this human right to their...

Students identify major changes in ocean temperatures during an El Nino season.  In this climate lesson students complete an Internet assignment using datasets to determine periods of El Nino.

Students describe connections between wind patterns, surface currents, and ocean climate zones. In small groups, they color the ocean climate zones in four different shades of blue. Students then answer questions like what four...

In this English worksheet, students read "Chrysler Cars Announces Huge Job Losses," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

Is your state bird migrating farther north to escape the effects of global warming? This comprehensive resource answers this question by state.

A learning module from 2007 where students investigate a set of questions on global warming. Each section has the question or activity summary and links to resources to examine. These include data on temperature trends, infrared spectra,...

Martin Hoffert, professor of physics at New York University, discusses global warming and alternative energies in this interview from the NOVA/FRONTLINE: "What's Up with the Weather?"

Global warming is "the most dangerous threat to the future of wildlife," according to the National Wildlife Federation website. This visual matching activity was designed to engage students in learning about how a variety of NC species...

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...