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Vegetarianism

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
What do Mike Tyson, Ellen DeGeneres, and Paul McCartney have in common? They're all famous vegetarians. Using the resource, scholars learn about the pros and cons of eating a vegetarian diet. They read a fascinating history of...
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US Department of Agriculture

U.s Department of Agriculture: Ain't Nothin' Like Lichen

For Students 9th - 10th
View images of lichen, and learn what makes this microorganism able to live in extreme environments, how lichens are formed by algae and fungi, and how lichens might be able to benefit humans.
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The World Bank

World Bank Group: Data by Topic

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to data which cover agriculture, education, environment, health and population and other issues regarding economic development.
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Other

Manitoba Agricultural Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
Agriculture plays an important part of Manitoba's history, economy, environment and future. The Manitoba Agricultural Museum offers visits to its site in rural Manitoba, and through this website explains important aspects of farming in...
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Other

Australian Government: Dept. Of Agriculture: Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
Improving stewardship and sustainable management of Australia's environment including topics such as biodiversity, EPBC Act, Marine, Protection, International Activities, and Partnership.
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Other

Natural Resource Management (Australia)

For Students 9th - 10th
This homepage provides links to many articles and issues concerning Australia's natural resources and environment, including the atmosphere, coasts and oceans, inland waters, and more.
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Center for Educational Technologies

Exploring the Environment: Global Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
This tutorial looks at carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and how changes can impact wheat production in Kansas.
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PBS

Pbs: Journey to Planet Earth: Land of Plenty, Land of Want

For Students 9th - 10th
Part of the PBS series "Journey to Planet Earth," this site explores the "fundamental problem facing today's farmer: how to feed the world's growing population without endangering our environment." Includes video and educational resources.
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Columbia University

Nasa: Sedac: Land Use and Land Cover Change

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of twenty-six data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine land use and how human activities have impacted on land cover. They look at agriculture, loss of...
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Other

South Carolina Official Site

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site for the State of South Carolina provides information on state government, education, facts, history, health, travel, recreation, agriculture, environment, employment and more.
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Government of Canada

Responsible Pesticide Use

For Students 9th - 10th
This site promotes responsible pesticide use in the home and the outside environment.
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United Nations

United Nations Sustainable Development Issues

For Students 9th - 10th
United Nations Division for Sustainable Development covers issues ranging from Agriculture to Waste. This site offers documents and action plan implementation for sustainable development of the earth's natural resources.
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Other

Grace Communications Foundation: Energy Program

For Students 9th - 10th
Promoting responsible energy choices and environmentally conscious government policies, NNEC provides information on energy and agriculture, the nexus of energy and water, complexities of power plants, natural gas fracking, energy...
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Other

Mars Society: Oregon Chapter: Controlled Ecological Mouse Support System

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore a model environment which emulates the basic workings of a bio-regenerative system. The purpose of this project is to demonstrate advanced life support systems essential for future Mars self-sustaining environments.
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Columbia University

Nasa: Sedac: China's Agenda 21

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A comprehensive reform program proposed for the Chinese economy, environment, agriculture, transportation, etc. The full text for all 69 programmes are linked to this page.
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NC State University

Nc State University: Natural Resources Research Information

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive research guide is designed for students or those interested in the ecology, agriculture, or forestry of the world.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Argentina

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a virtual travel guide and country profile of Argentina, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Ecuador

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a virtual guide and country profile of Ecuador, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a virtual destination guide and country profile of Mexico, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and...
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Other

Republic of Ireland Facts

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description about many areas of interest concerning Ireland. Areas include history, climate, environment, religion and languages, life expectancy, and others.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Chile

For Students 9th - 10th
Great destination guide and country profile of Chile featuring a background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and...
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Texas A&M University

Aggie Horticulture Network: Composting for Kids

For Students 3rd - 5th
Use this resource to learn about how we make compost and how we use it to grow gardens.
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Other

Ancon Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the homepage of ANCON, an environmental organization whose goal is to conserve the biodiversity and natural resources of Panama. The page contains links to learn more about their organization as well as beautiful pictures of the...
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Texas A&M University

Kinder Garden: Community Gardens

For Students 9th - 10th
Many urban communities have learned to use unlikely places to develop gardens. At this site visit a community garden and learn how some people have adapted to the limitations of their environment.