An image of "Nocturne: The Thames at Battersea", created by James Abbot Mcneill Whistler in 1878 (Lithography, 171 x 257 mm).

An image of "Nocturnal Serenade", created by Jan Steen, c. 1675 (Oil on canvas).

In this lesson students will learn the body parts of a spider and write addition/subtractions sentences using spiders. The class will go on a nature walk to find spiders and spider webs. Finally, the students will complete a science...

Sometimes bats can "whoosh" right by you, and not be seen. In this science fair project, you will be able to detect flying bats by listening in on the ultrasonic signals they produce to locate objects in their environment. The bat...

The Florida Museum of Natural History presents an in-depth look at the nurse shark, nocturnal bottom-dwelling sharks. Learn about the taxonomy, common names, geographical distribution, conservation, habitat, food habits, reproduction,...

This resource provides detailed information, photos, and a video about the owl. [1:33]

Some pictures and facts about porcupines, their appearance, and behavior.

Twenty four full text poems by Dante G. Rossetti (1828-1882), English poet and painter who was a leading member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood

Links to 42 poems by the English metaphysical John Donne (1572-1631).

An excellent account of the Common Barn Owl. This site provides information on the owl's description, status, habitat, niche, life history, as well as facts on special adaptations they have acquired.

Dialogue for Kids, a program on Idaho Public Television, offers facts, information, and images of birds of prey. Learn what makes a bird a raptor, what raptors look like in the sky, threats that face these birds, and more! Classroom...

What is a reptile? Use this resource to understand the basic facts of all reptiles and click to detailed information on many specific types.

This resource provides detailed information about the warthog, as well as several pictures.

Offers great information of the West African Dwarf Crocodile. Information includes what they look like, where they are found, what they eat, and how often they reproduce. Special adaptations that the crocodile has made are also included.

A great site on Confederation poet, Charles G. D. Roberts. Contains criticism ("Charles G. D. Roberts and William Wilfred Campbell as Canadian Tour Guides" and "Symboliste Elements in the Early Short Stories of Gilbert Parker, Charles...

Have you ever seen a platypus? This site has action photos and a detailed fact sheet to learn more about the egg-laying mammal.

This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on striped skunks including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts.

Examine images and facts about the nocturnal Barn Owl, including details on their appearance, habitat, breeding, and status as a threatened species.

Explore the world of the Beaver and discover information on the physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviour of this nocturnal rodent. Includes images and statistics.

Investigate the world of the Moth and discover information on the appearance, habitat, behaviour, and diet of this nocturnal animal. Includes images and statistics.

To human eyes, the world at night is a formless canvas of grey. Many nocturnal animals, on the other hand, experience a rich and varied world, bursting with details, shapes, and colors.Anna Stockl uncovers the science behind night...

This resource takes an exploratory look at the aardvark, a nocturnal animal with exceptional digging abilities. Content includes information on the aardvark's physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, caring for the young,...

The Margay is a nocturnal feline that lives in Mexico and South America. The content of this source includes a look at this species' life cycle, habitat, characteristics, range, behavior. and diet.

Come explore with Elinor! Use the tools provided to observe your environment as you take a nature walk. What will you find?