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Towson University

Looking Backwards, Looking Forward

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
How do scientists know what Earth's climate was like millions of years ago? Young environmental scholars discover how researchers used proxy data to determine the conditions present before written record. Grouped pupils gain experience...
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Other

Macedonian Cultural and Historical Resource: Climate

For Students 9th - 10th
Macedonian Cultural and Historical Resource Center provides a source of general information on climate and weather for the Republic of Macedonia.
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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Climate

For Students 9th - 10th
The climate where you live is called regional climate. Global climate is a description of the climate of a planet as a whole, with all the regional differences averaged. Includes links to additional resources on climate and climate change.
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Online Learning Haven

The Antarctic Climate and Weather

For Students 9th - 10th
If you've ever wondered about the climate of Antarctica, this site is the place to find it.
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NASA

Nasa Earth Observatory: Should We Talk About the Weather?

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover how scientists use the BOREAS to gather data such as heat, carbon dioxide, water vapor, and more to see what role these levels have on climate changes.
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Other

Primer on Climate Change and Human Health [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive guide to climate change in Canada. This site offers both a national look and then looks at the implications of climate change on specific regions and provinces.
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Other

Government of Alberta: Agroclimatic Atlas of Alberta: Climate of Alberta

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the climate of Alberta and how it is different in different regions of the province. Provides a map that illustrates this concept. Includes links to other articles on Alberta's weather and climate.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Australia's Climate

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of Australia's climate, and the differences between northern and southern Australia during summer and winter.
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Other

Bureau of Meteorology: About Weather Station Data

For Students 9th - 10th
A page that can help select which weather data from the Bureau's observation station would be helpful in predicting weather patterns. "It briefly provides information about where you may find a Bureau weather station, what observations...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Global Weather Machine

For Students 9th - 10th
In this illustrated essay from NOVA Online, explore the cyclical process of weather creation and the effects of El Nino on the global weather system.
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Weather Wiz Kids

Weather Wiz Kids: Climate

For Students 6th - 8th
This page gives a complete explanation of climate. Learn the factors that affect the climate.
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National Geographic

National Geographic: Climate

For Students 6th - 8th
An encyclopedia entry defining and giving examples of climates. Learn how a climate is related to its weather. Entry contains both pictures and vocabulary.
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Other

Japanese Lifestyle: Japan Climate

For Students 3rd - 8th
An overview of Japan's climate and its four seasons of weather.
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Ireland Information

Land and People Physical Features and Climate (Ireland)

For Students 9th - 10th
A general description of Ireland's physical features and climate.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Climate Change and Public Health

For Students 9th - 10th
Article discussing the very real impact of climate change on human health, and the importance of adaptation planning to address public health problems. These problems can include heat-related distress, chronic conditions affected by...
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Weather & Climate: Lightning

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what lightning is, how it is created, what happens inside thunderstorms, how lightning develops during a storm, types of lightning, how individuals and groups can stay safe, chances of being struck by lightning, and answers to...
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Channel 4 Learning

4 Learning: Geography Essentials, Weather Around the World

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource offers in-depth information on weather and different types of climate including desert, tropical rain forests, and more. Also provides worksheets (Word documents) and images relating to weather.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Weather Versus Climate Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes the key points of weather versus climate. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
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Virtual Bangladesh

Virtual Bangladesh: Geography: Climate

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief overview of Bangladeshi climate. Includes a chart showing average temperature and rainfall.
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Climate Zone

Climate in Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Tables for the different climate regions in Mexico show the average monthly temperature, rainfall and snowfall in this North American country. General geographical information and a map are also included.
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Climate Zone

Climate Zone: Bolivia

For Students 9th - 10th
A valuable guide to climate information in Bolivia broken down by stations. Information includes average temperature, rainfall, and snowfall. Some general facts and a map are also featured.
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Climate Zone

Climate of Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
A guide to information about the weather of Venezuela displayed in tables featuring average temperature, rainfall, and snow days.
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Other

Visit Ireland: Weather

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of the weather and climate of Ireland.
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Climate Zone

Climate Zone: Columbia

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents climate information for the South American country of Columbia including facts about average temperature, rainfall and snowfall.

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