Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo: Green Tree Python
This resource provides information on what the Green Tree Python looks like, where it can be found, what it eats, and how often it reproduces.
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Australia
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Australia. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Animals: Koala
"Koalas are marsupials, related to kangaroos." Fun facts, video and audio clips make this a great National Geographic site for student research projects.
Other
Mem Fox
Read all about favorite author Mem Fox in this very comprehensive website. Features her biography, her books and some stories even read aloud.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Australia
Learn about health in Australia via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes...
Youngzine
Youngzine: Week of 9 8 14: World's Most Livable City
What makes a city a great place to live, and which countries have the most livable cities? Find out what the experts say on the topic. Includes video.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Kangaroo and Wallaby
This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on kangaroos and wallabies including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Australia: State and Territory Capitals
Try this interactive geography quiz which tests your knowledge about the state and territory capitals of Australia.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Art of Australia
Wikipedia offers a page on the art of Australia, including many hyperlinked names of artists and their works.
abcteach
Abcteach: Social Studies: Places
[Free Registration/Login Required] Generate graphic organizers, report forms, Venn diagrams, shape books and much more on the continents of the world. Sub-directories include links to games, maps, word searches and comprehension...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Australia
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Australia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Ashmore and Cartier Islands (Australia)
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Ashmore and Cartier Islands (Australia), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources...
PBS
Pbs Kids: Feed the Dingo
Help build the Australian desert ecosystem by filling it with appropriate plants and animals.
National Museums Liverpool
Liverpool Museums: Leaving From Liverpool
Narrative that follows a family's journey from Liverpool in 1858 as they emigrate to Australia. Help the family make decisions as they set sail, view sketches, and hear their personal stories.
Other
Edmund Barton: Our First Prime Minister
Online exhibit that traces the life and career of Australia's first prime minister, Edmund Barton.
Other
Australia: Just the Facts
General facts concerning Australia, with links to demographics, geography, government, and history.
Other
Kids World Travel Guide: Australia Facts for Kids
This site is designed to expose kids to the different attractions and points of interest throughout Australia. Individual territories are discussed and are accompanied by great images.
Other
Australian Folklore: Definitions and Practices
This is a very scholarly document that discusses what folklore is, how it has been studied in Australia, and how Australian folklore differs from the traditions in other parts of the world.
Other
Murdoch University: Australian State Tax
This Australian state tax review is "an assessment in 12 Chapters of several taxes levied by the State of Western Australia, and some which are not currently imposed by the State." Initial page is in abstract form with link to full text.
Other
Mac Cleay Museum
This site features many links to the museum. Find out about its history, exhibits, staff, school programs, etc. Click on "exhibitions", then "search the collection" to view photographs held at the MacCleay Museum.
Other
National Museum of Australia: Exploring the World at Port Macquarie
In this virtual museum exhibit, explore three different places in the town of Port Macquarie, Australia. Learn how the people investigated, recorded, and responded to the landscape there.
Other
Byzantium: Ferns of the Canberra Region
A site about ferns in southeastern Australia, their ecology, how to grow them, information on ferns in general, with numerous photographs.
PBS
Pbs Kids: Plum Landing: Fence for a Fox
This PBS Kids activity is an extension of a Plum Landing episode featuring foxes in Australia. Students will learn basic information about these foxes. Students will also design a fence to protect chickens from these nonindigenous foxes.
Other
National Museum of Australia: First Australians
A special exhibition that highlights the first two Indigenous groups in Australia. Discover much information on the culture of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and find out what it would be like to be a part of their family.