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  1. All Along A River - Engage on a trail along a river and find out more about the physical processes of rivers and also rivers of the world. A one-stop resource center for rivers.
  2. All Things Antarctic!- The online resource for news, weather, history, wildlife and other information related to Antarctica. Shop the educational store which carries books, videos and maps as well as gifts, clothing and photographs.
  3. Athropolis- When three children land upon an iceberg - they meet the Throps and the Squallhoots. Story, songs, games, and learn about the Arctic.
  4. BBC Nature Online - Useful information about the planet we live in including wild animals and human evolution. Curious facts and news. Younger kids can use some extra guidance.
  5. BBC Really Wild Zone- A site for those interested in animals and the natural world around them; has wild life facts, games and competitions. Produced by the BBC Natural History Unit.
  6. Children of the Earth United- A non-profit organization which helps young people learn about animals, plants, ecology, and nature centers. Site also provides a forum for people to share their creative ideas and knowledge of the environment.
  7. Discovery Kids - From The Discovery Channel, 60 different cyber-adventures to try, penpals, and games.
  8. Diversity- Explores the enormous variety of life on the Earth.
  9. Earth and Animal Facts- An educational web site about earth ecology, plant and animal life, and wildlife.
  10. Earthforce- National non-profit youth organization empowers kids to help solve local environmental problems.
  11. ECO-PROS - Ecology Protectors Society- Identifies threats to the environment and tells what people can do to make a difference. Includes related links.
  12. Eddy the Eco-DogŪ- Eddy is a fun, hip, lovable canine who has surfed through the universe and landed on planet Earth to help you have fun learning more about nature, science and the environment.
  13. EEK - Environmental Education for Kids - Interactive online magazine by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Designed for children in grades 4-8.
  14. EHC Kid's Corner- Games, puzzles, and hands-on activities that help protect the environment. From the National Safety Council.
  15. Enchanted Learning: Habitats/Biomes- Provides a simple introduction to the complex communities of plants and animals that populate different regions of the earth.
  16. The Environment- Looks at the need to protect the environment as well as the challenges involved. Focuses on the importance of preserving history, conserving natural resources for future use, and developing earth-friendly habits.
  17. Environmental Fun and Games - Information, online fun and games, for kids of all ages.
  18. Environmental Literacy Council - Looks at a variety of issues related to the environment, including topics such as air, food, energy, water, population, and waste.
  19. Environmental Science - Offers environmental news, issues, quizzes, facts, and links in a kid-friendly setting. Also provides information for parents and teachers.
  20. Explorers Club- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's site for kids. Lots of fun and interesting things to read and do to learn about the environment.
  21. GF Awesome - Maurice the Mountain Goat and Lisa the Lynx introduce kids to the fascinating world of trees. Visitors can explore tree biology and conservation, as well as track the impact of trees on weather.
  22. GreenScreen - The Global Habitat Project - Environmental education by kids for kids.
  23. Growing African Violets at School - Provides kids information about growing African Violets at school.
  24. The History of Rubber - Tells how the ancient Mayans invented and used this substance centuries ago.
  25. Horsefun - You love horses? Here you'll find good info on these animals, puzzles, and you can even test your knowledge.
  26. Kidlink - Global networking for youth through the age of 15. This amazing site has brought together 110,000 kids from around the world to discuss problems affecting their countries and to work together to solve them.
  27. Kids for Saving Earth - Preschoolers through teenagers will find great ways they can help take care of the earth.
  28. Kids Go Wild - Explore a virtual zoo with Pablo Python. Check out these wild adventures through the amazing animal world. From the Wildlife Conservation Society.
  29. Live from Antarctica- Explores life under, on, and high above the Southern Ocean/
  30. Live Nature Sounds- Live sounds of nature broadcasted 24 hours a day from Idyllwild, California.
  31. Living Edens- Learn about this wildlife sanctuaries all over the work, including information on the animals.
  32. National Geographic: Cyber Tiger- Build a digital habitat for the largest cat on earth: the Siberian tiger.
  33. National Wildlife Federation For Kids- Play games, go on a virtual tour and meet Ranger Rick in this fun website.
  34. Natural Resources Kids' Page- For kids interested in the environment, and in having fun. Includes games and features about salmon and wildlife, hazardous substances, recycling, and choosing recycled products.
  35. NIEHS Kids Pages- Features environmental games, science, puzzles, and research information.
  36. Oceanography For Students- An educational resource from the Office of Naval Research. "More than 70 percent of the planet is covered by water..." and this site is all about it.
  37. Project Inviroment: Kids in Action- Descriptions of environmental problems in the Enviro-Info section. The Kidstuff area has a junk pile you can pick through to learn how materials are recycled, tips on how you can help the environment, a word find, and experiments and activities to do at home.
  38. Rare Species Conservatory - Just For Kids- A site where kids can learn about the amazing diversity of nature and find educational games, puzzles, projects and downloads.
  39. Sea World/Busch Gardens: Wild Arctic Activities- Do you know where the Arctic is? How about what lives there? Learn more about this chilly, frozen environment through mazes, puzzles, games, and other activities.
  40. The Sturgeon General- The ecology of the Fraser River. Created by the Ministry of Environment for kids aged 8-12.
  41. Texas State Aquarium Educational Kid's Page- Fun facts and educational games to increase awareness of the Texas Coast marine life.
  42. Tour of Biomes- A biome is a distinct ecological community of plants and animals living together in a particular climate. Learn about tropical rain forests, tropical savannahs, deciduous forests, deserts, subarctic taigas, and polar tundras.
  43. Treasures@Sea- A literature based unit about the ocean. Includes based lesson plans, interactive games, puzzles and quizzes, print activities, and experiments. Read or dive for a treasure hunt.
  44. Warning! Water Pollution!- Four Hong Kong kids in a school called HKIS tell about the problem of water pollution in Hong Kong and worldwide. Includes photos.
  45. Water Science for Schools- Information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test your water knowledge.
  46. What Causes Rainfall? - Explains what causes rain to fall.
  47. What is a Rainbow? - Where older kids can learn about "one of the most spectacular light shows observed on earth".
  48. Wildlife Forever State-Fish Art Contest - Open to children in the USA in grades 4-12. Draw your state fish and win prizes.
  49. Young People's Trust for the Environment- Information written for young people and teachers on environmental issues.

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