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National Park Service: Tour of Park Geology: Glaciers and Glacial Landforms
Investigate glaciers past and present through this website that explores glaciers found in the National Park Service.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Earth Science for Kids: Glaciers
Kids learn about the Earth science subject of glaciers including how they form, types of glaciers, geological features, how they flow, and interesting facts.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Explore Nature: Views: Glaciers: Embark on a Journey
Learn about types, features, and movement of glaciers, erosion and deposition of rock, and locations of glaciers in our National Parks. Read about how scientists monitor glacial movement and conduct scientific research on climate's...
PBS
Pbs Nova: Vanishing Into Thin Air
Glaciers are shrinking at an alarming rate. Witness the dramatic melting of Peru's Qori Kalis glacier. Investigate some of the benefits of glaciers as well as the negative effects that will result when the glaciers are gone.
Other
Parks Canada: Glacier National Park of Canada
Glacier National Park of Canada is located in the Interior of British Columbia. This site has a wealth of information about the park, its history, management, geography, etc.
Other
Parks Canada: Glacier National Park of Canada
Studies the glaciers of Canada and where they are located. Also discusses how they are measured and their climate.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Mount Baker Volcano, Washington
Provides detailed information on Mount Baker as well as information on glaciers, hydrology, lakes and drainages and other points of interest.
Other
Glacier Works: Explore Everest and Rivers of Ice
This website is an interactive site to explore the world of Mount Everest and allows you to discover more about glaciers, rivers and the people of the Greater Himalaya.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: South Cascade Glacier
Learn about the history, mass balance, and meteorological data of the South Cascade Glacier. View several photos of the South Cascade Glacier.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Ice Stories: Arctic Projects
Scientific research projects being done in the Arctic are showcased here. Projects cover a variety of topics, e.g., polar bears, the impact of climate change and glaciers. There are numerous links to articles, as well as video and audio...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Nisqually Glacier at Mount Rainier
Observe the Nisqually Glacier at Mount Rainier in this video segment from NatureScene. [4:07]
Other
The Alps of Switzerland and France
Incredible photographs of the Alps along the Swiss-French frontier feature facts about the mountain range, individual peaks, and the glaciers that characterize the nation.
PBS
Pbs: Hurricane Katrina
PBS has compiled a selection of videos,images and information which explores the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. The site provides a look at some less covered topics from the storm. Explore the damaged levees, the wetland destruction and...
NOAA
Noaa: Operational Significant Event Imagery
This site contains satellite images from around the world organized by significant events such as dust storms, floods, severe weather, etc. Not very user friendly, but the images are there for those willing to search.
US Department of Agriculture
Choose My Plate: All About the Vegetable Group
Learn about the vegetable group, including what foods are vegetables and how much of each type counts as a serving. Three broccoli spears counts as a cup of vegetables, as do one large ear of corn, and two large stalks of celery. What...
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographica.com: Adventure in Argentina
This site from Geographica.com contains information on a variety of parks in Argentina. A description of each follows the name of the park.
NASA
Scijinks: Clouds, Water, and Ice
Classroom activities, photographs, and printable posters featuring clouds, water, and ice.
US Geological Survey
U.s. Geological Survey: Search
The U.S. Geological Survey offers information for teachers and students interested on Earth Science research. Contains references to general information as well as current research and events.
Other
Glacier Explorers
Visit New Zealand's Tasman Glacier terminal lake for a fascinating glacial encounter. Find a tab dedicated to information about the park in addition to recent news.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Earth Surface Dynamics (Research Activities)
This site from USGS provides several activities to help understand the interrelationships among earth surface processes, ecological systems, and human activities. Also included are links to new findings and programs concerning Earth...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Earth Science for Kids: Ice Ages
Find out facts about the ice age on this site. Kids investigate about the ice ages and Earth sciences including glacial and interglacial periods, major ice ages, interesting facts, and their causes.
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