US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: Water Science School: Sinkholes
What is a sinkhole? Where are they found? What causes them? This text based article will provide the answer to these questions, and more!
Science Struck
Science Struck: Understanding Deposition in Geology
Explains what is meant by the deposition of sediments by wind and water and provides examples of the resulting landforms.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden: Rivers and Streams
The Evergreen Project profiles the natural history of rivers and streams. Topics include watersheds, how a stream becomes a river, erosion, water pollution, and the like.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Stream Char and Discharge: Interdisciplinary Approach
In this Interdisciplinary Field Investigation students will combine science, math, geography, creative writing and art. The setting will be a local stream (site yet to be determined, Minnehaha or Vermillion) where 150 students will...
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: What's Down There?
Students build a model to learn about the cycle of erosion and deposition by water and wind which deposits layer upon layer of rock, soil, and organic material to the surface.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Sinkholes in a Cup
Students simulate a sinkhole, and discover the geological catalysts that happen beofore sinkholes occur.