Learn the many aspects of climate change in regards to the impacts it has on the Mid-Atlantic Region.

The world's glaciers and ice sheets are melting according to this extensive report. It makes recommendations on how to monitor this situation, explains what we know about the past when there was much less ice in the world, describes what...

Examine this visualization by NASA to understand how the warming of the Arctic region has caused the sea ice extent to decline by 40%, thereby throwing our earth's energy budget off balance. Extensive resources included are teaching...

Keeping vegetation in mind, Koppen's Climate Classification Map is the most widely used system of measuring the combination of precipitation and temperature. This map identifies areas and labels them variations of tropical, dry,...

A map from 1911 of North America and Central America showing the seven climate zones and three life provinces in the region. The map is color-coded to show the Arctic, Hudsonian, and Canadian climate zones (Boreal Region), Transition,...

A map from 1899 of Mexico showing the general climate divisions of the region, including areas of warm climate, temperate climate, and cold climate. "The Tropic of Cancer crosses Mexico near the center. The low, hot, and moist coast...

A map from 1911 of the climate regions of North America using the classification system developed by Wladimir Koppen, based on the concept that native vegetation is the best expression of climate. The major groups are (A)...

An extensive index of information about Spain and Spanish culture. It contains photo tours, city guides, a traveler's yellow pages, and a country and culture section filled with useful information.

Quick facts about the geography of Arkansas including land area, highest and lowest points, elevations, lakes, rivers, regions, and climate.

This article explains the geography of the circumpolar north, which includes northern Eurasia. Read about the different climates and ecozones in this area. Includes student assignments.

Information on the climate, permafrost, vegetation, wildlife, environmental concerns, and ocean in the Arctic Region of the world.

An overview of the French region of Provence. Five chapters cover history, language, geography, climate, cities and regions of Provence, cuisine, and even a little Roman Civilization history. It gives nice overviews on the principal...

A lesson where students learn how warm water is less dense than cold water, and what this means for global climate change as ice from the polar regions melts. Students will do experiments in buoyancy and water density when hot or cold,...

This government site delves into the research of all aspects of the Antarctic region including its ecosystems, its impact on the climate, and aerospace.

A great look at the physical features, climate, and topography of the landlocked country of Chad. Read about the climate zones and wildlife. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

In this article about global warming, learn how the warming climate could affect the polar ice caps, glaciers, sea ice, and amount of freshwater entering the polar oceans. Read how some scientists believe global warming could add to...

Take an exciting tour of the Patagonia region in South America in this engaging site. Students discover the history, economy, geography, climate, and people of this region. It includes maps, journal excerpts, photographs, and classroom...

Virtually visit Chile with this offering from the official tourism corporation, a private non-profit entity, whose mission is to promote Chilean travel industry internationally. Find out about Chilean activities, culture, weather,...

This site from the National Humanities Center provides the story of the struggle to inhabit the West in spite of the dry climate. With questions for student discussion, online resources, scholars debate and bibliography.

Here you can learn much detailed information on the geography of Bolivia. Bolivia is divided into three geographic zones: mountains and Altiplano, Yungas and other valleys, and the lowlands. Also discusses the climate and provides a...

Great comprehensive resource for learning about the geography of Brazil. Site iscusses the environment and climate at length and provides a link to a detailed map.

A discussion of the geography of Algeria. You can read about the three distinct geographic regions, the climate, and the natural hazards. Information from the CIA World Fact Book.

The problems of global warming are examined from the following perspectives: climate pattern changes, health effects, and ecosystem disruption. You will also find a number of NRDC related webpages further amplifying the topic of global...

Investigate the climate zones and biomes of the world.