May 10, 2008
Planet Earth Science Software
I actually downloaded one of these to make sure it was worth listing. Though I didn't work all the way through it, what I saw very useful. I think the kids would enjoy them. At least they would the El...
Windows into Wonderland
I've got to tell you, this is really neat. There are 18 different virtual field trips in Yellowstone Park, each with a different theme. Some may be more in line with some social studies and art lessons, but overall, it's...
May 04, 2008
3rd World Farmer Game
Sometimes, it's hard for kids to truly understand how tough life can be. This game simulating life as a 3rd world farmer may open their eyes a bit. I made it through 17 turns and then had to leave the...
Planet Green Game
This was a rather neat site. You go to a city and help them deal with environmental issues. As you solve problems, it takes you to a real life location where that issue is being corrected in a "green" way....
EcoKids - Land Use
More environmental activities. Try building a pizza and finding out where the ingredients come from. EcoKids - Land Use...
EcoKids - Waste
Activities on how to reduce waste at home, in your community, and at school. EcoKids - Waste...
EcoKids - Energy
Not alot here, but what's here is useful. You can find out how to reduce energy use and just how energy smart you are. EcoKids - Energy...
EcoKids - Wildlife
Lots of different games here relating to several different topics in life science and environmental. Too many to list individually, though when I have more time, I may split them up. I've looked at several of them, but not all....
Interactive - Garbage
Not one of my favorite interactives from this site, but not terrible, either. Still, good useful information that can be used for independent study or research. Fairly easy to navigate and some little activities along the way. Interactive - Garbage...
Ollie Recycles
This is a British site, so it's a little different and all facts and figures are based on United Kingdom data, but it's sort of neat and has lots of good information for research plus a quiz at the end...
The Greens
This one's just a little different. Talks about different environmental issues by using a family called the Greens. There are little videos that address different topics. They're not very long and some would be a great way to introduce a...
Weather Wiz Kids - Climate
Climate and Environmental information as well as more links and experiments. Plenty of good stuff all in one place. At least enough to get you started. Weather Wiz Kids - Climate...
Weather Wiz Kids - Wildfires
Nice information on wildfires. Since we don't live in an area prone to them, some of the lingo was new to me. Still environmentally, scientifically, this is great information to use. She has added links to more information as well....
May 03, 2008
The Space Place - Earth/Weather
Though there are several other types of games, the majority of these relate to weather or environment in one way or another. Didn't list them individually since there are so many good things all on one page. The Space Place...
Pete's Power Station - Science Index
This site is full of powerpoints you can download and use for free. There's bound to be something you can use. And if somebody else has already put it together, why reinvent the wheel? By the way, the main menu...
February 13, 2008
Caught in the Act
Learn about the illegal trade in wildlife while you track the criminals internationally. Game's good and you learn quite a bit about where these species start from and where they end up. It's a little disturbing how many of them...
Smog City
This interactive lets you control factors in order to see how they affect air quality. Warnings are displayed when levels are dangerous. Makes you a little more aware of how everything connects together. Smog City...
Ecotourism Game
Interesting concept. You are a member of a Quichua tribe in Ecuador and have to make decisions about tourism in your community while balancing the needs of the environment and your people. You learn about what your people's agricultural needs...
February 07, 2008
Deer: Predation or Starvation
This is about deer left with no natural predators and shows what happens to their population. Then, it gives the numbers for the deer after wolves are introduced. More graphing to do and interpreting of data. Something most of our...
The Lesson of the Kaibab
This is a lesson that we've all seen at one time, but I thought it would be a good thing to have one listed right where I could find it when I needed it. It talks about carrying capacity and...
February 05, 2008
Estimating Population Size
Capture/recapture and sampling activities. There are alot of these around, but this one is a little different because there are questions relating the activity to other situations. That's always good. Estimating Population Size...
Environmental Action
One of the most interesting things I've ever experienced is watching students decide what to do about certain issues. This sort of activity is always fun. They have to decide as a group how to spend $20,000 on environmental issues....
Predator Prey Simulation
Simple, easy to use, ready to go with little prep time. Couldn't be better than that. This is another ready to use worksheet that will make your job easier. Simply use pieces of paper to represent predator and prey. Data...
Affects of Oil Spills on Birds
Another simple classroom activity that takes little prep and not a whole lot in the way of materials. Worksheet is ready to use. Affects of Oil Spills on Birds...
Random Sampling
This worksheet is a simple lab that takes very little to prepare for. You can use the sheet as is for your classes. Though it's a high school sheet, I've been able to use it with my middle school kids....
January 27, 2008
Recycle City
Okay, this one's not the greatest, but it's alright. It's a classic so I hate not to list it. It's the EPA's site where you take a city and through recycling, make improvements. Again, not great, but usable. Recycle City...
AIRNow - Air Quality Webcams
This one's a little different, but definitely a topic most of us touch on in one form or another. This site has webcam locations listed for the US so you can see air quality levels in different locations. Several of...
