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Calisphere: University of California Libraries

University of California: Calisphere: Rich Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
From Primary source images and informational text learn about the natural and human-driven resources and land use in California and how they have contributed to the growth of California.
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Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Irvine Ranch is a unique natural landmark in southern California rich in geology and biodiversity.
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Seeker

Seeker: Week of 8 4 14: What if California Runs Out of Water?

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the potential effects of a water shortage on the state of California.
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California State Parks: Redwood Ecology

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The California State Parks presents a unit of four lessons plus a videoconference with one of their rangers regarding the ancient redwood forest ecosystem. The videoconference is a virtual tour through one of two redwood forests in...
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California State Parks: Redwood Ecology

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The California State Parks presents a unit of four lessons plus a videoconference with one of their rangers regarding the ancient redwood forest ecosystem. The videoconference is a virtual tour through one of two redwood forests in...
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National Park Service: Golden Gate National Recreational Area

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Golden Gate National Recreational Area is rich in California historical landmarks, historical buildings, military defenses, wildlife, famous people, and so much more as offered by National Park Services.
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National Park Service: Golden Gate National Recreational Area

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Golden Gate National Recreational Area is rich in California historical landmarks, historical buildings, military defenses, wildlife, famous people, and so much more as offered by National Park Services.
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National Park Service: Redwood

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Explore the history, culture, science, and more via the Redwood National and State Parks.
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National Park Service: Redwood

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Explore the history, culture, science, and more via the Redwood National and State Parks.
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Bureau of Land Management: Blm California

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management offers fascinating information regarding the public lands of California - conservation, use for energy, waste, wildlife, etc. Visit various locations o learn more about specific regions of the state and...
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Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University: California Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, you can learn more about the great state of California. Find out about the landforms that run through this vast state. There are several types of maps found at...
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Scholastic

Scholastic History Mystery: National Parks 2: The General Sherman Tree

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students try to guess the mystery subject Carlotta Facts, the History Mystery Museum's professor, is studying. They read the clues, do some online and offline research, and then attempt to identify the game's mystery subject, the General...
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Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Learn the history, architecture, and collections of the Long Beach, California historic site, Rancho Los Cerritos.
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NSTATE

The Geography of California

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of California. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
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National Park Service: Alcatraz Island

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreational Area, Alcatraz Island is located in the San Francisco Bay. Originally a lighthouse and military fort, the island is best known for being a federal prison. The island is packed full of...
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National Park Service: Devils Postpile National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
National Park Services offers a geological curiosity with Devils Postpile National Monument in Mammoth Lakes, California. Columnar basalt, Rainbow Falls, and Reds Meadow Valley are all part of this wonder just west of the crest of the...
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National Park Service: Devils Postpile National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
National Park Services offers a geological curiosity with Devils Postpile National Monument in Mammoth Lakes, California. Columnar basalt, Rainbow Falls, and Reds Meadow Valley are all part of this wonder just west of the crest of the...
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National Park Service: Death Valley National Park

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Death Valley acquired its name during the California Gold Rush, but the Timbisha Shoshone inhabited the region long before. The severely hot and dry national park is packed with history, culture, incredible geology, and, believe it or...
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National Park Service: Death Valley National Park

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Death Valley acquired its name during the California Gold Rush, but the Timbisha Shoshone inhabited the region long before. The severely hot and dry national park is packed with history, culture, incredible geology, and, believe it or...
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National Park Service: Joshua Tree

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Almost central between Los Angeles, San Diego and Las Vegas lies California's Joshua Tree National Park. The desert park website offers a rich history, culture, and impressive ecosystem.
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National Park Service: Lava Beds National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Lava Beds National Monument finds its home in northeastern California. National Park Services provides an excellent overview filled with details to the rich history, culture, artwork and more.
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National Park Service: Muir Woods National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument is nestled in San Francisco, California. Declared a national monument in 1908 and inhabited by the Miwok Indians originally, this redwood forest is filled...
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National Park Service: Muir Woods National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument is nestled in San Francisco, California. Declared a national monument in 1908 and inhabited by the Miwok Indians originally, this redwood forest is filled...
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National Park Service: Pinnacles National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Pinnacles National Monument, an ancient volcano, encompasses 26,000 acres of California land. The National Park Services feature this monument and work to preserve it while offering its rich history, wildlife, and more to site seeking...