A collection of lesson plans for specific age levels to help students gain a better understanding of animals, plants, and people, and how they affect each other in ecosystems. Many of the activities provide discussion questions and...

This resource provides links to the 26 national parks and 11 natural monuments in Venezuela. Each national park and natural monument has a brief description.

This is a lesson plan on the environmental aspects of economic development. Focusing on Brazil, the lesson takes students through the pros and cons associated with development and how multiple players are involved.

A unit that teaches the difference between goods and services, the difference between producers and consumers, the difference between human, natural, and capital resources, and the difference between bartering/trading and buying/selling....

This site, from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, explains the effects that humans have had on Chesapeake Bay. It explores the changes in the bay that have occurred over time.

Ancient Hawaii was ruled by chiefs, who were responsible for the well-being of their people and for managing the islands' resources. The chiefs divided the islands into land districts shaped like pie slices called Ahupua'a (ah-who-...

Students will play a game and explore the relationship between people and their environment and how people regulate their resources.

Interresting site from the University of Groningen explaining the incredible impact of machines and technology on developing resources and improving agriculture.

Gathered from classes taught at George Mason University, this group of resources offers information on the Natural Setting, Places, People, and Development of Virginia. The author uses a nice conversational tone (as in "Using Cereal...

Golden Gate National Recreational Area is rich in California historical landmarks, historical buildings, military defenses, wildlife, famous people, and so much more as offered by National Park Services.

Golden Gate National Recreational Area is rich in California historical landmarks, historical buildings, military defenses, wildlife, famous people, and so much more as offered by National Park Services.

Lesson that illustrates how people use water for transportation, farming, and fun. Young scholars identify water as a natural resource and view images of the many ways that water can be used.

Through 10 lessons and more than 20 hands-on activities, students are introduced to the concept of an environment and the many interactions within it. As they learn about natural and human-made environments, as well as renewable and...

This immense gallery of photos of Canada is divided into topics and accompanying text. Includes agriculture, aviation, people, natural resources, structures, and scenic views! An invaluable site for educators, students, and anyone who...

Comprehensive resource for the study of soil regions. Special information for teachers and students include soil facts, resources, state soils, urban soil issues, state of the land, and more. Be sure to click on their special...

Facts about Belize including environmental issues, geography, people, water, economy, and natural resources.

Facts about Bermuda including environmental issues, geography, ecology and biodiversity, government, people, water, economy, agriculture, and natural resources.

Locate a variety of maps on New Mexico's minerals and resources, read issues of "Lite Geology," take virtual tours of state sites, and find games, puzzles, and activities for young people.

Locate a variety of maps on New Mexico's minerals and resources, read issues of "Lite Geology," take virtual tours of state sites, and find games, puzzles, and activities for young people.

Locate a variety of maps on New Mexico's minerals and resources, read issues of "Lite Geology," take virtual tours of state sites, and find games, puzzles, and activities for young people.

Beginning with a discussion on how people adapt to or relocate to environments, this instructional activity encourages students to explore why the Colonists settled in specific regions. In groups, students examine primary documents,...

Read a brief history of the people and events leading to the founding of San Antonio, Texas.

Part of the Golden Gate National Recreational Area, Alcatraz Island is located in the San Francisco Bay. Originally a lighthouse and military fort, the island is best known for being a federal prison. The island is packed full of...

Explore this informative and interesting site about South Africa. Learn about the geological wonders, bountiful natural resources, and the racial tensions that rule this region. In this site, you will also explore the people, economy,...