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General Environmental Education
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Access Nature
Access Nature an exciting new inclusive educator resource from the National Wildlife Federation. Access Nature is a habitat-based curriculum that includes 45 fun, hands-on nature activities for inclusive audiences. Each of the activities includes adaptations for participants with hearing, learning/cognitive, motor and visual disabilities. Access Nature is a valuable tool for educators working in a variety of settings, from traditional classrooms to nature centers. The curriculum has been tested successfully in numerous inclusive programs, offering an equitable experience for participants with and without disabilities. To date, Access Nature has been tested with over 1,200 participants nationwide. Access Nature's universal design makes it a useful tool for any K-8 audience. To receive a free Access Nature sample guide, simply click this link to download from your computer. To order Access Nature call 716-461-3092.
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AGI
Triangle Coalition member, the American Geological Institute (AGI), has launched a new web site highlighting information on all aspects of geoscience employment. This free publication, Guide to Geoscience Careers and Employers, is accessible online at . The Guide presents information on choosing, maintaining, and advancing a career specifically in the geosciences and provides useful geoscience-employer information that students need in order to find geoscience employment. The Guide's overview provides a summary of past and projected geoscience job markets, trends in college enrollments and degrees, employment trends and statistics, and job-hunting hints and strategies. The American Geological Institute is a nonprofit federation of 39 geoscientific and professional associations that represent more than 120,000 geologists, geophysicists, and other earth scientists
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ASCD
Infobrief on environmental education now available on-line (Stevens Point, WI)- A report linking environmental education to student achievement can be now viewed on the web site of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) . The InfoBrief "Environmental Education: Moving Into The Educational Mainstream" published last August by ASCD highlights the use of environmental teaching strategies to promote educational achievement and draws a connection between environmental education and state learning standards.
- EcoWISER
EcoWISER is a free environmental resources website offered by River Source to educators in New Mexico.
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ENature.com
ENature.com Is the only time you feel connected to nature during a Jeep commercial? Then perhaps it's time to escape the concrete jungle, or at least visit ENature.com during your lunch break while playing a nature sounds CD. This handsome site is brought to you by the publisher of the National Audubon Society Field Guides. ENature.com helps you identify over 5000 species of plants and animals by listing them in a searchable field guide. Learn all about habitats from Wetlands to Deserts. There are even local guides that list birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals in your area. Or you can learn to be a birdwatcher and catch up on all the latest bird-watching news. Hopefully you have a window office and some binoculars.
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ERIC
Clearinghouse For Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Education. Our goal is to provide access to the best information available for teaching and learning about science, mathematics, and the environment.
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Kids for Saving Earth
KSE Kids gave speeches at the UN, rode on a KSE float in President Bill Clinton's inaugural parade and participated in thousand of grass roots activities to help protect the environment. In 1994, Clint's father William died of cancer. Although Clint's Mom did not work for KSE for a short time, she is now the President of Kids for Saving Earth Worldwide with a network of over 7,000 schools and environmentally concerned kids and adults.
The mission of KSE is to educate, inspire, and empower children to protect the Earth's environment. KSE Worldwide provides action-oriented educational materials to kids, families, groups, classrooms and schools.
Kids for Saving Earth provides educational materials, posters, and information support for environmentally concerned kids and adults. Many of our programs include educational posters, certificates, guidebooks, CD's, etc. that must be mailed. See below to learn how you can join KSE as a member. Some of our programs have been adapted to E-mail to make it faster and less costly to provide to you.
A few examples of programs KSE offeres include: The KSE Children's Forest, The Arctic is Cool, The KSE Rainforest, The Rock the World Concert Kit and CD, The Call to Action, The Wonderful World of Water and much more. Please notify KSE by Email if you would like to join the E-Pal Connection to receive on-going program information and E-Pal Challenges.
- Roots & Shoots
The Roots & Shoots program is about making positive change happen—for our communities, for animals and for the environment. And it all starts withyou! With tens of thousands of youngpeople in almost 100 countries, the Roots & Shoots network branches out across the globe, connecting youth of all ages who share a common desire to help make our world a better place. This powerful, youth-driven network fosters a fun, flexible and supportive environment where young people and adults alike come together to share ideas and inspiration, implement successful community service projects and participate in special events and global campaigns. |
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Regional Environmental Education Associations
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Environmental Education Connections of South Dakota
c/o S. Dakota Geological Survey 414 E. Clark St., USD
Vermillion, SD 57069
PH: 605/677-6166 Fax: 605/677-5895
NAAEE Affiliate liaison: Sarah Chadima.
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Montana Environmental Education Association
1515 Mt. Ellis Lane
Three Forks, MT 59752
Phone: 406/586-7674
NAAEE Affiliate liaison: Steve Eschbaugh.
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Nevada Natural Resource Education Council
The goal of NNREC is "to develop and promote natural resource education in Nevada." NNREC offers PLT, PWILD and Project WET workshops and links to other EE resources in Nevada. NAAEE Affiliate liaison:Suzanne Sturtevant.
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Utah Society for Environmental Education (USEE)
"USEE develops public awareness and knowledge about the environment, and provides the public with the skills needed to make informed decisions, to solve problems and to take responsible actions." EE activities, resources and regional project information avail. online. NAAEE Affiliate liaison:Tim Brown.
Colleges and Universities
New Mexico Schools (K-12 and Private)
New Mexico Business and Industry
Regional Government Agencies
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USGS Water Resources in New Mexico
United States Geological Survey New Mexico streamflow conditions, current investigations, publications, educational, and water information.
Organizations and Projects
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WERC, a Consortium for Environmental
Education and Technology Development
WERC's focus is to provide the best to students, professionals,
and society. To find out information about the programs sponsored
by WERC, visit our Education and Research pages. Our Consortium Info
page provides information about the member institutions, personnel,
and general information about the Consortium. You'll also find complete
contact information for the WERC offices in Las Cruces and Albuquerque.
Government Representatives
New Mexico Museums
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Maxwell Museum of Anthropology
University of New Mexico's museum features archeological, ethnological, skeletal, and photo collections. Browse the galleries.
Environmental Websites for Children
Children are the future. Let's help them be informed. |
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Many parents are concerned that their children spend too much time indoors on the computer. This time is put to good use, however, when children learn how to become stewards of their environment.
There is a wealth of fun, creative and informative websites for children. Here are Eartheasy's recommendations: |
Kids Planet - Species fact sheets, "wild games", web of life, how kids can help defend the environment, even a Wildlife Adoption Center.
Eco-Kids - EcoKids is Earth Day Canada's environmental education program for youth who care about the planet. It offers interactive, fun, educational games and activities that utilize participants' willingness to learn. Children are encouraged to form their own opinions, make decisions, get involved and understand the impact their own actions have on the environment.
Kids Regen - A place for children to interact with other kids, play, and have fun while learning the important connections between healthy soil/environment, healthy food, and healthy people. Kidsregen.org is part of The Rodale Institute's Youth Educational Program.
The Green Squad - This NRDC website shows how to identify and solve environmental problems. Explore a colorful virtual school room by room, and use the mouse to locate potential hazards. Site offers a wide range of fact sheets and environmental resources.
The Big Blue Bus - A fun way for kids to learn about protecting the world's water sources. Kids ages 8 to 16 can sign up as Water Wizards, with a Small Fry Club for kids under 7. Cartoon characters introduce games and activities while teaching about "all things watery." This site is put out by the Government of Canada.
Global Warming Kids Site - This EPA site explains what global warming is and what causes it, and what you can do to help stop it. Educational but not overwhelming, the site provides definitions of each scientific term used and features simple global warming-themed games.
Kids Go Wild - Wild news, wild animal facts, environmental games. KidsGoWild.com also gives kids the chance to get involved in conservation by joining Conservation Kids, where you learn about saving wild animals and the environment! Sponsored by The Wildlife Conservation Society, headquartered at the world famous Bronx Zoo.
Nature Challenge for Kids - This David Suzuki Foundation website starts out with ten simple ways you can protect nature, followed by four challenge activities that offer first-hand experience with the natural world. The "Cool Links" page connects with other environmental websites.
EekoWorld - A new PBS website teaches kids ages 6 to 9 how they can help take care of the earth. Animated characters use games and activities to present facts about ecosystems and pollution. Children can build their own "EekoCreature" and help it overcome environmental problems.
I Buy Different - Empowers children and teens with the message: "You have the power to make the earth a better place becuase of what you buy." This site offers a variety of tools and materials to help young people learn about the connections and actions that can make a difference.
Roofus' Solar Home - At this site, meet a dog named Roofus who's an expert on solar energy and energy efficiency. As you visit different parts of Roofus' energy smart house, you'll find energy saving tips and simple experiments to help you understand how energy works.
Recycle City - Click on any section of Recycle City that you want to tour, or click on the Dumptown Game. You can create your own Recycle City scavenger hunt or go to the Activities area and see other ways you can explore Recycle City. A great way for kids to learn the basics of recycling.
Planet Slayer - "Greena, the Worrier Princess" is an animated Australian teenager with a sense of purpose -- to save the earth. Visitors will have fun watching cartoons about her environmental adventures and playing the Planet Slayer game.
Tunza - This U.N. Environment Programme magazine for young people focuses each month on a specific topic related to sustainable living. Read articles written by and for teens around the world.
Be, Live, Buy Different - A project of the World Wildlife Fund and the Center for a New American Dream, the site informs young people about how everything we buy and use affects biodiversity.
Virtual House - Site visitors search each room for household objects that answer questions about biodiversity. By clicking "Enter House," you'll be asked a question. Find the answer as you nose around the house clicking on items until you find the one that answers the question.
Environmental Education for Kids - EEK!, an online magazine for grades four to eight, contains articles and activities about animals, plants and environmental issues.
EPA Student Center - Offers information on a wide range of environmental issues. This site includes a section on environmental careers. Or, click on "Fun Activities" to play environmental games.
Dr. E's Energy Lab - A monkey named Dr. E will teach you about renewable energy and energy efficiency at this U.S. Department of Energy site. Dr. E offers up online resources for everything from alternative fuels to solar energy.
Field Trip Earth - Travel the world via interviews, discussion groups, field reports, essays, slide shows and educator resources. Start on the "Choose a Field Trip" page, and use the airplane cursor to select a wildlife conservation project you'd like to visit.
Children of the Earth - Promotes a greater understanding and respect for animals, plants, water, soil, air and energy systems. Helps children comprehend the positive and negative environmental effects of our actions.
Flying WILD - A bird education offering for middle schools giving students the opportunity to learn through researching, planning, and hosting a school bird festival. Flying WILD is an initiative of the Council for Environmental Education (CEE) Project WILD program.
Treetures - The "Treetures" are tiny guardians of the forest who teach about trees and how important they are to the environment. Try out tree-themed activities, listen to the Treeture theme song, or send a TreeMail message to your favorite character.
Web Rangers - This is the National Park Service’s site for kids of all ages. Activities are presented for three age groups (6+, 10+, 13+) in categories Adventure, Exploration and Discovery. Challenges, puzzles, games and activities designed to educte children about nature and stewardship.
Woodsy Owl - As Woodsy flies across our land, he encourages youngsters to marvel at and explore the natural world, even in the city. His new motto, "Lend a Hand--Care for the Land." encourages everyone to make a positive difference in the world. This is a US National Forest Service website.
Earth Matters 4 Kids - Earth Matters correlates science with basic environmental principles, helping teachers, students (K-6) and community members gain a full understanding of how science works in natural surroundings, by bringing a virtual natural world into the classroom. |
 Center for Internet Imaging and Database Systems This group developed the new Natural Inquirer web site
 Cradle of Forestry In America Interpretive Association The Cradle of Forestry in America Interpretive Association, in cooperation with the Cradle of Forestry in America, the USDA Forest Service, and other partners, will make available to this and future generations the birthplace of forestry and forestry education in America and will promote, demonstrate, and stimulate interest in and knowledge of the sustainable management of America's forest lands for the multiple benefits.
 Earth & Sky Great science information and resources!
 ENC Online- K-12 Math & Science Center Resources for math and science
 Environmental Protection Agency Student Center Abundance of information on environmental activities and involvement for kids
 EPA's Exploring Estuaries A great web site for students to learn about estuaries!
 EPA's High School Environmental Center Great resource for information about environmental issues
 NASA for Kids Only Learn about natural hazards and other earth science topics!
 NASA's Earth Observatory Learn about earth science and the world in which we live!
 National Park Service Web Rangers Great place to learn about National Parks and National Historic Sites!
 National Science Foundation Information about Science, Science Research, and Grant Opportunities
 National Science Teachers Association This web site provides excellent resources and information for teachers
 NatureServ A network of 74 conservation data centers that provide information on animals, plants, and other natural resources
 Snow School Interested in learning about winter ecology? Follow this link to find out more.
 Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science K-12 Programs Teacher Workshops, Scientist Biographies, and more!
 USGS Earthquakes for Kids Learn about earthquake history, science fair project ideas, ask a geologist a question, and more.
 Wilderness.net A great resource for information and pictures of Wilderness areas in the United States!
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Kid’s Zone (Agriculture in the Classroom)
Learn how our Earth takes care of us by exploring this site of games and science.
www.agclassroom.org/kids/index.htm
Biodiversity 911
You’ll find games and information about biodiversity and why it’s important.
www.biodiversity911.org
EEK – Environmental Education for Kids
An outdoor magazine about plants and animals in the world around us for kids in grades 4-8.
www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek
Energy Information Association
Learn energy fun facts, play games, find classroom activities here.
www.eia.doe.gov/kids
EPA Kids Club Homepage
Learn about anything environmental, air, land or water. Includes games, art and links.
www.epa.gov/kids |
“Just for Kids” Soil Biological Communities (Bureau of Land Management)
Join Wilbur the soil wizard as you explore the importance of soil, take an incredible soil journey or find out about all the critters that make soil their home.
www.blm.gov/nstc/soil/Kids/index.html
National Geographic Kids
Includes games, videos, stories, activities, and personalized pages.
kids.nationalgeographic.com
Kids & Families (National Wildlife Federation)
Click on your age group to discover games, crafts, books, art, homework help, family activities, magazine subscriptions and more.
www.nwf.org/kids
Smokey Bear
Learn about forests through Smokey’s games, fun facts, and Smokey Club online.
www.smokeybear.com/kids/default.asp
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Environmental Materials in Spanish
You can check out http://www.eco-index.org/search/resultss.cfm?ProjectID=370 to get information on obtaining information on many environmental topics in Spanish.
(I know this is not a book, but so many people e-mail me asking about environmental materials in Spanish.)
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