- Ask An
Earth Scientist- Experts at the University of Hawaii answer questions
related to earth science.
- BBC Education - The
Essential Guide to Rocks- Archeological site uses Britain's rocks
as a guide to its history.
- EarthForce- Interactive
exhibit about the earth's movements. From the Franklin Institute Science
Museum.
- Earthquakes for Kids ...
and Grownups- Interesting and amazing facts, historic earthquake
information, science fair project ideas, frequently asked questions
and a comprehensive list of links for learning about earthquakes, faults
and plate tectonics. From the U.S. Geological Survey.
- Exploring the Environment-
More than a dozen interactive studies related to the environment. For
middle and high school students. Includes teacher guides for classroom
use.
- For Kids Only - Earth Science
Enterprise- Learn about NASA earth science projects related to air,
thunderstorms, the earth's crust, tropical rainfall, and water. Sponsored
by NASA's Earth Science Enterprise.
- Geologic
Time- A kid-friendly explanation of deep time.
- The Headbone Derby -
Ecology Strikes Back- Help Iz and Auggie solve a series of ecological
problems happening on Planet Small by finding similar, real-life examples
on Earth.
- The
Lorax's Save the Trees Game- Simple game reminds young children
to take care of the earth.
- Pacific Ocean-
A source for those who are interested in the Pacific Ocean and the animal
life found there.
- Recycle City- Find out
what happens to garbage and why recycling is important. Includes a game
and other activities.
- Science with NOAA Research-
Provides in-depth information about storms, atmosphere, fisheries, the
Great Lakes, oceans, and El Nino. Material written expecially for middle
school students.
- USDA for Kids
Page- Dozens of kid-friendly links to sites about food, agriculture,
and the environment.
- Volcanoes Online-
Learn about volcanoes, plate tectonics and visit volcanoes around the
world. Lots of colorful illustrations, activities to do at home, games
to play, and a glossary.
- VolcanoWorld
Kids' Door- Includes stories about volcanoes by children's author
Jane Kurtz, school project ideas, legends, virtual field trips, and
games.
- Water Science for Schools-
Information on the many aspects of water, along with pictures, data,
maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test
your water knowledge.
- World Records
in Earth Science- Where on earth can you find the highest mountain,
the greatest river, the thickest ice? Get the answers from Extreme Science.
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