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Library of Congress

Loc: Mapping the National Parks

For Students 9th - 10th
A rich and historically significant collection of maps of various national parks throughout the United States. Features special sections on Yellowstone, Acadia, the Grand Canyon and the Smoky Mountains. Includes historical photographs of...
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Redwood

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Explore the history, culture, science, and more via the Redwood National and State Parks.
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National Park Service: Redwood

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Explore the history, culture, science, and more via the Redwood National and State Parks.
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National Park Service: u.s.m.c. War Memorial

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource offers a detailed description and historical significance of the Marine Corps War Memorial dedicated by President Eisenhower in 1954.
Activity
Curated OER

National Park Service: Dayton Aviation Heritage

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a lot of information on the commemorative park dedicated to the Wright Brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar. Here you can read about this great author and find links taking you to the Dunbar House State Memorial, etc.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Park Ranger

For Students 9th - 10th
Working in beautiful scenery is just one of the perks of being a park ranger. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a park ranger, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with...
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National Park Service: Independence National Historical Park: Liberty Bell

For Students 9th - 10th
Independence National Historical Park offers a general overview of the Liberty Bell, including a focus on the Bell's message and some interesting facts about the Bell.
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Other

Usgs: Geology in the Parks

For Students 9th - 10th
Details regarding the geology of national parks in the United States.
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Other

Colorado Tourism Office: 8 Places to See Colorado Wildlife

For Students 9th - 10th
Highlights eight places in Colorado where it is possible to view wildlife from the safety of your vehicle. These include Rocky Mountain National Park, Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, State Forest Park, Bighorn Sheep Canyon, and more.
Article
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: The New Elk on the Block

For Students 9th - 10th
Mary-Russell Roberson's article on elk in the Zoogoer Magazine centers on herds of elk located in both the western and eastern portions of the states.
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Little River Canyon's Carnivorous Green Pitcher Plants

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A digital slide program introduces the Green Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia oreophila) to the students. Students use a model of the Green Pitcher Plant and plastic insects to role play. They will tell the story of habitat adaptation and...
Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: The Trouble With Topos

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students learn how to identify the major features in a topographical map. They learn that maps come in a variety of forms: city maps, road maps, nautical maps, topographical maps, and many others. Map features reflect the intended use....
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: A Journey Through the Trees

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The teacher will discuss the importance of trees with the students. The teacher will provide photographs of various trees that grow in Russell Cave National Monument and the surrounding North Alabama area. The teacher will discuss...
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Fred the Fish a Little River Trip

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Little River is home to 47 kinds of fish including the threatened "Blue Shiner" Cyprinella caerulea. These fish depend on the good water quality at Little River. This skit allows students to observe pollution's effects on a small scale...