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Introduction to Biomes
This site provides an introduction to biomes. There are also links to each different type of biome.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: What's the Big Idea? Marine Biology
An introduction to key concepts about the ocean, its ecosystems, and zones. With interactive flash cards that open in new windows to help you learn more.
NOAA
Noaa: International Year of the Ocean: Pacific Coral Reef
"This [online] coral book was created to provide the reader with an introduction to the Pacific's fascinating coral reef ecosystem." The resource is for young students learning about life under the sea. Translated in English, Hawaiian...
University of Waterloo (Canada)
University of Waterloo: Archaeology in Arctic North America
A resource regarding the Arctic region and a look at some of the recent archaeological projects there. The introduction offers a short look at the geography and history of the area.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Plant Succession Field Investigation
This lesson is to be used as an introduction to ecosystems and plant succession. Students will observe both biotic and abiotic features of a selected site on a plot of wild land. They will take notes, make drawings, and collect samples...
University of Florida
Florida Museum: South Florida Aquatic Environments: Introduced Species
The transport of living plants and animals to areas beyond their native range has been practiced by human beings for thousands of years. While some introductions are intentional, others occur by accident or happenstance. Regardless of...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Planet Ocean: The Ocean
This site is a one-page introduction to oceans. It provides a basic overview of Ocean life, size, and benefits.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Designing a Sustainable Guest Village
This instructional activity introduces students to their task of designing a permanent guest village within the Saguaro National Park. The design must provide a true desert experience to visitors while also emphasizing sustainable...
Ohio State University
Ohio State University: General Plant Biology: Biomes and Agriculture
An introduction to biomes and how agriculture is considered in studying large ecosystems of the world. Text is well written and easy to follow with links, charts, and pictures.