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http://pbskids.org/backyardjungle/
Editor's Pick Backyard Jungle Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   People network with each other about their local environment. Enables users to explore the natural world around them and report their findings online through photos, drawings, and maps.
   http://pbskids.org/backyardjungle/

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http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/thesustainables/ten.htm
10 Things You Can Do To Save The Planet Open in a new browser window
   A list of simple things anyone can do in and around the home, that will help the environment. Includes animation of a family called The Sustainables.
   http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/thesustainables/ten.htm
http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/reallywild/
BBC Really Wild Zone Open in a new browser window
   A site for those interested in animals and the natural world around them; has wild life facts, games and competitions. Produced by the BBC Natural History Unit.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/reallywild/
http://www.blm.gov/education/
BLM Learning Landscapes Open in a new browser window
   Learn about public lands, plants and animals, and how to volunteer in your state. Activity booklets with tips to help protect the land. From the Bureau of Land Management. [Booklets require free Adobe download.]
   http://www.blm.gov/education/
http://www.backyardnature.net/
Backyard Nature Open in a new browser window
   Nature study basics, with an emphasis on backyard plants and animals. Includes a section on naming and classification, list making, and "why bother with nature?"
   http://www.backyardnature.net/
http://www.captainozone.com
Captain Ozone Open in a new browser window
   Features a documentary about a costumed superhero who has taken up various environmental causes on television and the Internet.
   http://www.captainozone.com
http://www.epa.gov/region7/kids/
Charlie's Corner Open in a new browser window
   Provides young children information on the environment while playing games and having fun. Maintained by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
   http://www.epa.gov/region7/kids/
http://childrenoftheearth.org/
Children of the Earth United Open in a new browser window
   A non-profit organization which helps young people learn about animals, plants, ecology, and nature centers. Site also provides a forum for people to share their creative ideas and knowledge of the environment.
   http://childrenoftheearth.org/
http://www.kented.org.uk/ngfl/subjects/geography/coasts/
Coastal Explorer Open in a new browser window
   Clear explanations of erosion, deposition, and other coastal features. With photos and glossary. Includes section for teachers.
   http://www.kented.org.uk/ngfl/subjects/geography/coasts/
http://www.hww.ca/hww2.asp?cid=43&id=198
Create Microhabitats Open in a new browser window
   Learn to make brush piles for song birds and small mammals, build rock piles for reptiles and amphibians, or make a log pile that many small creatures can use.
   http://www.hww.ca/hww2.asp?cid=43&id=198
http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/nature_conservation/cyberrangers/
CyberRangers Open in a new browser window
   Interactive nature conservation club where kids can form a cyber ranger squad and learns about the world of nature. Requires Flash plug-in.
   http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/nature_conservation/cyberrangers/
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/secretary/kids/default.htm
Department of Environmental Protection Kids Page Open in a new browser window
   Find out about Florida state parks, air and water resources, and waste management. Take a quiz or read fast facts.
   http://www.dep.state.fl.us/secretary/kids/default.htm
http://www.dimdima.com/ecology/ecology.asp
Dimdima Kids Open in a new browser window
   Indian online children's magazine for ecology. Read nature notes, tales, about culture, plants, animals, environmentalists, endangered and extinct species.
   http://www.dimdima.com/ecology/ecology.asp
http://www.e-okkids.com/
E-OK Kids Open in a new browser window
   New site promoting environmentally friendly activities. Includes links.
   http://www.e-okkids.com/
http://www.eco-pros.com/
ECO-PROS - Ecology Protectors Society Open in a new browser window
   Identifies threats to the environment and tells what people can do to make a difference. Includes related links.
   http://www.eco-pros.com/
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/index.htm
EEK - Environmental Education for Kids Open in a new browser window
   Interactive online magazine by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Designed for children in grades 4-8.
   http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/index.htm
http://www.nsc.org/ehc/kidscorn.htm
EHC Kid's Corner Open in a new browser window
   Games, puzzles, and hands-on activities that help protect the environment. From the National Safety Council.
   http://www.nsc.org/ehc/kidscorn.htm
http://www.epa.gov/students/
EPA Student Center Open in a new browser window
   Provides environmental basics, club projects, careers, internships, youth awards, fun activities and information on ecosystems, air, water conservation, waste and recycling, human health and neighborhood projects. Also has teachers' site.
   http://www.epa.gov/students/
http://www.earthlife.org
Earth Life Open in a new browser window
   Collects and shares environmental information. Provides information on environmental issues.
   http://www.earthlife.org
http://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit-us/galleries/red-zone/earth-today-tomorrow/index.html
Earth Today and Tomorrow Open in a new browser window
   A section of the Natural History Museum that provides a look at the planet on which we live and how we interact with it.
   http://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit-us/galleries/red-zone/earth-today-tomorrow/index.html
http://www.esw.eun.org/
Earth and Space Week Open in a new browser window
   Flag design competition by children aged 5 to 19, from Norway, Switzerland and countries in the European Union. Includes illustrations of winning projects.
   http://www.esw.eun.org/
http://www.earthforce.org/
Earthforce Open in a new browser window
   National non-profit youth organization empowers kids to help solve local environmental problems.
   http://www.earthforce.org/
http://www.ecokids.ca/
Ecokids Online Open in a new browser window
   Provides environmentally educative games, stories, a picture gallery, calendar of events, contests, and facts about Earth's environment. Membership is free to schools and youth groups in Canada.
   http://www.ecokids.ca/
http://peer.tamu.edu/curriculum_modules/Ecosystems/index.htm
Ecosystems Open in a new browser window
   Interactive examination of ecological concepts including natural selection, population balance, exchange cycles, and environmental protection. Includes quizzes, activities and project ideas.
   http://peer.tamu.edu/curriculum_modules/Ecosystems/index.htm
http://www.ecodog.com/
Eddy the Eco-Dog Open in a new browser window
   Features interactive entertainment and education with games, puzzles, jokes, and cartoons designed to help kids discover cool things about nature, science and ecology.
   http://www.ecodog.com/
http://www.edugreen.teri.res.in/
EduGreen Open in a new browser window
   From air pollution to energy, learn more about the world in which you live through games, poems, stories, and ask-an-expert.
   http://www.edugreen.teri.res.in/
http://www.gp.com/educationalinnature/activities.html
Educational in Nature Open in a new browser window
   Learn how to identify tracks from different mammals, create your own slime, or make recycled paper with these activities and experiments designed to teach kids about the environment.
   http://www.gp.com/educationalinnature/activities.html
http://elements.nb.ca/kids/index.htm
Elements Open in a new browser window
   Multilingual environmental magazine with activities and interactive games.
   http://elements.nb.ca/kids/index.htm
http://www.ace.mmu.ac.uk/eae/index.html
Encyclopedia of the Atmospheric Environment Open in a new browser window
   Discusses air quality, acid rain, global warming and ozone depletion. From Manchester Metropolitan University. In English and French.
   http://www.ace.mmu.ac.uk/eae/index.html
http://www.epa.state.il.us/kids/
Envirofun Open in a new browser window
   Captain Earthworm, Captain Redbird, and Captain Bluegill present information about recycling, pollution, and tips for keeping the environment healthy. Includes activities.
   http://www.epa.state.il.us/kids/
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/world/
Environmental Awareness: Knowing Your World Open in a new browser window
   Learn about global warming, acid precipitation, earth's energy systems, natural resources, and water conservation.
   http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/world/
http://www.perc.org/perc.php?id=541
Environmental False Alarms Open in a new browser window
   Op-Ed article discusses claims about Montana's declining environmental health. Includes reported problems, facts about the state, statistics for parts of the world, and government regulation versus private enterprise.
   http://www.perc.org/perc.php?id=541
http://www.enviroliteracy.org/
Environmental Literacy Council Open in a new browser window
   Looks at a variety of issues related to the environment, including topics such as air, food, energy, water, population, and waste.
   http://www.enviroliteracy.org/
http://www.epa.gov/kids
Explorers Club Open in a new browser window
   U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's site for kids. Lots of fun and interesting things to read and do to learn about the environment.
   http://www.epa.gov/kids
http://www.cotf.edu/ete/
Exploring the Environment Open in a new browser window
   More than a dozen interactive studies related to the environment. For middle and high school students. Includes teacher guides for classroom use.
   http://www.cotf.edu/ete/
http://www.fortworthgov.org/DEM/kidspg.htm
Fort Worth Environmental Management: The Kids Page Open in a new browser window
   Fun activities, information and links.
   http://www.fortworthgov.org/DEM/kidspg.htm
http://www.globe.gov/
Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Open in a new browser window
   Learn how students help by collecting local environmental data and sharing their observations between schools and with scientists via the Internet.
   http://www.globe.gov/
http://www.globalresponse.org/kidsactions.php
Global Response Kids Open in a new browser window
   Tells kids what they can to do protect the environment.
   http://www.globalresponse.org/kidsactions.php
http://www.kidsrgreen.org/
Kids R Green Open in a new browser window
   From the Centre for Environmental Education (CEE), kRg offers educational activities and games about many aspects of the environment. Also offers crafts and a theme of the month.
   http://www.kidsrgreen.org/
http://www.kidsforsavingearth.org/
Kids for Saving Earth Open in a new browser window
   Preschoolers through teenagers will find great ways they can help take care of the earth.
   http://www.kidsforsavingearth.org/
http://www.missmaggie.org/
Miss Maggie's Earth Adventures Open in a new browser window
   Every 8 weeks, Maggie is sent on a "Mission Impossible" style adventure that teaches kids about the environment. Each mission features an 8-minute cartoon with music, games, gadgets, and factual content. Requires Flash plug-in.
   http://www.missmaggie.org/
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/kids/home.htm
NIEHS Kids Pages Open in a new browser window
   Features environmental games, science, puzzles, and research information.
   http://www.niehs.nih.gov/kids/home.htm
http://www.nwf.org/kids/
National Wildlife Federation For Kids Open in a new browser window
   Play games, go on a virtual tour and meet Ranger Rick in this fun website.
   http://www.nwf.org/kids/
http://www.metrokc.gov/dnr/kidsweb/
Natural Resources Kids' Page Open in a new browser window
   For kids interested in the environment, and in having fun. Includes games and features about salmon and wildlife, hazardous substances, recycling, and choosing recycled products.
   http://www.metrokc.gov/dnr/kidsweb/
http://www.davidsuzuki.org/kids/
Nature Challenge for Kids Open in a new browser window
   Ten ways that kids can protect nature. Also features challenge activities kids can do at home, as well as subject links.
   http://www.davidsuzuki.org/kids/
http://www.fs.fed.us/outdoors/naturewatch/
NatureWatch Open in a new browser window
   Features observing, studying, or photographing the vast varieties of fish, wildflowers, wildlife, and scenery. Has viewisections on wildlife, celebrating wildflowers, and fishwatch and festivals with walks.
   http://www.fs.fed.us/outdoors/naturewatch/
http://www.hww.ca/hww2.asp?id=162
Ode to Dead Wood Open in a new browser window
   Explains how fallen trees and snags are important to ecosystems. Learn what animals depend on this type of habitat.
   http://www.hww.ca/hww2.asp?id=162
http://home.earthlink.net/~oilandyou/
Oil and You Open in a new browser window
   FAQ about the world's oil supply.
   http://home.earthlink.net/~oilandyou/
http://www.olliesworld.com
Ollie's World Open in a new browser window
   Looks at sustainability with a focus on the three R's: reducing, reusing, and recycling. Includes a club, games, and news.
   http://www.olliesworld.com
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/education/kids/kids.htm
One Natural Resources Way Open in a new browser window
   Features information, videoes, sounds, activities and a webzine about natural resources, ecosystems, state parks, and hunting.
   http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/education/kids/kids.htm
http://www.grida.no/geo2000/pacha/
Pachamama Open in a new browser window
   Young people around the world have contributed personal accounts, poems, illustrations, and games to show the state of the environment and what can be done about it.
   http://www.grida.no/geo2000/pacha/
http://www.tappi.org/paperu/
Paper University Open in a new browser window
   Information and activities for students and teachers on papermaking, recycling, forestry, trees, paper crafts, careers, and the environment.
   http://www.tappi.org/paperu/
http://www.planetpals.com
Planetpals Earthzone Open in a new browser window
   A children's interactive web site about the environment, with card games, a free recycle kit to print, coloring book, and lots of interesting facts.
   http://www.planetpals.com
http://www.plt.org/
Project Learning Tree Open in a new browser window
   Helps you learn how to think, not what to think, about the environment.
   http://www.plt.org/
http://www.projectwild.org/
Project Wild Open in a new browser window
   Information about and sample materials from an interactive, interdisciplinary wildlife conservation and environment.
   http://www.projectwild.org/
http://www.rspb.org/green/
RSPB: Green Living Open in a new browser window
   The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds tells about recycling, saving water, using less energy and protecting wetland habitats.
   http://www.rspb.org/green/
http://www.restoringearth.co.uk
Restoring Earth Open in a new browser window
   A student's personal site designed to teach its visitors about the science behind the earth. Includes environmental science, biology, Christianity, interactive quiz, and author bio.
   http://www.restoringearth.co.uk
http://library.thinkquest.org/C0111401/
Saving Our Environment Open in a new browser window
   Provides young people with a forum for exchanging idea on protecting the environment.
   http://library.thinkquest.org/C0111401/
http://www.esb.ie/main/about_esb/smart_spark.jsp
Smart Spark's Multi-Challenges Open in a new browser window
   A set of challenges for children on the topic of energy efficiency. Questions, puzzles and lots of fun.
   http://www.esb.ie/main/about_esb/smart_spark.jsp
http://tiki.oneworld.net/penguin/features/shoppers/shopper_front.html
Tammy the Turkey's Shoppers' Checklist Open in a new browser window
   Examines how people's shopping habits can affect the planet. Includes interactive quiz.
   http://tiki.oneworld.net/penguin/features/shoppers/shopper_front.html
http://teens4planetearth.com/
Teens For Planet Earth Open in a new browser window
   Learn about the planet and what you can do to help protect it. Read about people who work in conservation. Includes a special section for girls.
   http://teens4planetearth.com/
http://www.ansp.org/museum/kye/index.php
The Academy of Natural Sciences: Know Your Environment Open in a new browser window
   Learn how to help save the environment, about different hazards, and the value of ecosystems.
   http://www.ansp.org/museum/kye/index.php
http://www.classzone.com/net_explorations/U8/U8_main.cfm
The Environment Open in a new browser window
   Looks at the need to protect the environment as well as the challenges involved. Focuses on the importance of preserving history, conserving natural resources for future use, and developing earth-friendly habits.
   http://www.classzone.com/net_explorations/U8/U8_main.cfm
http://www.headbone.com/derby/eco/
The Headbone Derby - Ecology Strikes Back Open in a new browser window
   Help Iz and Auggie solve a series of ecological problems happening on Planet Small by finding similar, real-life examples on Earth.
   http://www.headbone.com/derby/eco/
http://www.nps.gov/learn/juniorranger.htm
The Ranger Zone Open in a new browser window
   Offers information to help young people learn how to become part of the junior ranger program. Includes links to participating park webpages, photo galleries, as well as creative works by young people.
   http://www.nps.gov/learn/juniorranger.htm
http://tiki.oneworld.net/penguin/
Tiki the Penguin Open in a new browser window
   Tiki looks at the mess people have made of our planet. He suggests how kids can help make things better for all of us.
   http://tiki.oneworld.net/penguin/
http://www.unep.org/Tunza/children/
Tunza Open in a new browser window
   United Nations program for children from all over the world who want to help the environment. Includes facts, games, competitions, and resources for making a difference.
   http://www.unep.org/Tunza/children/
http://www.yptenc.org.uk/
Young People's Trust for the Environment Open in a new browser window
   Information written for young people and teachers on environmental issues.
   http://www.yptenc.org.uk/
http://www.ocrwm.doe.gov/youth/
Yucca Mountain Youth Zone Open in a new browser window
   A tour of the Yucca Mountain project for managing and handling nuclear waste material. Discussions on the problems and how to solve them as well as learning programs and games.
   http://www.ocrwm.doe.gov/youth/

Last Updated: 2007-10-25 04:09:01