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Cnto: About China
In-depth, interactive look into many aspects of China. China's geography, history, population, and more are covered.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Kuwait
A thorough look at Kuwait from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences: Atmosphere & Health
Find out how the atmosphere, climate, and the greenhouse effect are related. While the atmoshere can protect us, it can also be harmful to our health.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Singapore: Geography
Although small, the island country of Singapore has a varied geography as detailed in this Country Study. Find out about the geography, climate, and environmental concerns.
World Facts US
World Facts: Geography of Colombia
Great resource for gathering comprehensive information on the geography of Colombia which is divided into four geographic regions: Andean Highlands, Caribbean Lowlands, Pacific Lowlands, and Eastern Colombia. Also delves into the climate...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Email Pals
The students will participate in an Internet pen pals exchange. They will exchange email with students in other parts of the United States or in other countries. They will learn about the culture and climate in other states and countries...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Arctic Adventures
During this instructional activity, students will explore plant and animal life found at the Arctic Circle. They will also learn about the dangerously cold climate and the location of the Arctic Circle relative to the school's location...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Constitution or Articles?
In this lesson, students will observe the political climate at the time of the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and read the writings of the delegates who refused to sign the proposed Constitution, as well as those who supported it....
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Our World Is Like a Rainbow
Americans continue to adapt to different ethnic and cultural groups who move into their communities. It is vital that children become aware of and appreciate cultural diversities in people. People move to different areas for reasons such...
Other
Vox Media: Weather 2050
See what the average winter and summer temperature is predicted to be in your town in 2050.
Columbia University
Nasa: Sedac: Applications of Satellite Remote Sensing
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of twenty-eight data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine ways in which remote sensing by satellites gives us useful information about the world....
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Snapshot of u.s. Energy Use
This video segment adapted from NOVA/FRONTLINE looks at American energy consumption and the resulting production of greenhouse gases. [4:59]
Other
Weber State University: The Sun and the Seasons
To those of us who live on earth, the most important astronomical object by far is the sun. This article explains how the motion of the sun through our sky cause day and night, the passage of the seasons, and earth's varied climates.
Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy: California, Protecting the Golden State
Explore the rich habitats and natural beauty of the California landscape in this interactive video.
Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy: California
Explore the rich habitats and natural beauty of the California landscape in this interactive video.
World Facts US
World Facts: Uruguay
Easy to use reference tool that is full of useful information on Uruguay covering topics such as history, geography, population, government, and economy.
World Facts US
World Facts: Venezuela
Easy to use reference tool that is full of useful information on Venezuela covering topics such as history, geography, population, government, and economy.
World Facts US
World Facts: Belize
Easy to use reference tool that is full of useful information on Belize covering topics such as geography, population, government, and economy.
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: Density of Population in the u.s., 1901
A map from 1901 of the United States showing the population distribution at the time. The map is keyed to show areas of population densities ranging from sparse to very dense. This map is part of a classroom map study illustrating how,...
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Iowa Agriculture [Pdf]
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Iowa Agriculture [PDF]
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Ucar: Learning Zone
This comprehensive, interactive site is loaded with information, activities, and stories about thunderstorms, lightning, and tornadoes. Find out how these weather systems are formed, how they impact our lives, and how they cause chaos.
PBS
Newton's Apple: Permafrost
How can something be preserved for 30,000 years? How can humans adapt to permafrost? What can permafrost tell us about our past and future climate? These questions are answered in this concise site.
US Geological Survey
Lake Baikal: A Touchstone for Global Change
This site is an interesting article about Lake Baikal in Russia. This unique lake is helping scientists to learn more about the patterns of ecological change in the world and about the history of the world.
Other
The Weather Company: The Weather Underground
Source of weather maps, forecasts, images, and data for the world. Maps include temperature, radar, visibility, wind, heat index, wind chill, humidity, and dew point.