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BBC

Bbc: Breeding Success for Lincolnshire's Natterjacks

For Students 9th - 10th
Article explains efforts in England to help Natterjack toad populations grow through introducing populations from different parts of the country into depleted areas.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Quest for the Perfect Tomato

For Students 3rd - 8th
What is your idea of the perfect tomato? Learn about the principles of selective breeding and genetic modification and their contribution to the quest for tomato perfection.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Why Are There So Many Types of Apples?

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you ever walked into a grocery store and wondered where all the varieties of apples came from? Theresa Doud describes the ins and outs of breeding apples. [4:28]
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Labradoodle

For Students 9th - 10th
Illustrated entry provides a brief description of the Labradoodle and offers statistics and details on the breed's temperament and value as a pet.
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PBS

Nova: Dogs Around the World

For Students 6th - 8th
Play an interactive game where you can match modern dog breeds with the country in which they originated.
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American Kennel Club

American Kennel Club: Dachshund Breed Standard

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for the American Kennel Club provides basic information for the Dachshund on general appearance, size, proportion, temperament, history, and more.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Thoroughbred

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed description of the thoroughbred, a racing horse originally from England.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Quarter Horse

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed illustrations and description of the quarter horse, known for its speed over short distances. Choose quarter horse from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Percheron

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed description of the powerful Percheron. Choose Percheron from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Belgian Draft

For Students 9th - 10th
Description and detailed illustrations of the Belgian draft, a large workhorse capable of puling heavy loads. Choose Belgian Draft from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Arabian

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed illustrations and description of the Arabian, a horse prized throughout history for its power and speed. Choose Arabian from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Appaloosa

For Students 9th - 10th
Description and detailed illustrations and of the Appaloosa, with answers to questions about its spotted coat.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Selle Francais

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed illustrations and description of the Selle Francais, a show-jumping horse from France. Choose Selle Francais from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Icelandic Horse

For Students 9th - 10th
Description and detailed illustrations of the Icelandic horse, a small, hardy horse brought to Iceland by the Vikings. Choose Icelandic horse from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Oldenburg

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed illustrations and description of the Oldenburg, a sport horse known for its abilities in equestrian competitions. Choose Oldenburg from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Haflinger

For Students 9th - 10th
Description and detailed illustrations of the Haflinger, a hardy pony originally from Italy. Choose Haflinger from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Friesian

For Students 9th - 10th
Description and detailed illustrations of the Friesian, a Dutch horse popular for its performance abilities. Choose Friesian from the list on the right.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Dutch Warmblood

For Students 9th - 10th
Description and detailed illustrations of the Dutch Warmblood, an athletic show jumper.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Paint

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed illustrations and description of the paint horse, an American stock horse. Choose Paint from the list on the right.
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Curated OER

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Goats

For Students 9th - 10th
A good history of our use of goats and links to the major breeds of domesticated goats and their specific uses.
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Curated OER

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Goats

For Students 9th - 10th
A good history of our use of goats and links to the major breeds of domesticated goats and their specific uses.
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Todo Perros

For Students 9th - 10th
A good place for Spanish speakers to find everything related to dogs. Topics run the gamut: dog sports, dog cemeteries, breeders, pictures, veterinary medicine, dog care, and dog products, ads, and shops.
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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Dna From the Beginning: Inheritance of Gene Variations

For Students 9th - 10th
This animated description of George Shull's research of hybridization explains one of the key components of evolution, inheritance of gene variations.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Lion

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia, a free and open-source encyclopedia, offers a detailed overview of the lion. Content includes a focus on lions in the wild, attacks on humans, cross-breeding with tigers, and more.

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