With the Internet, kids can get “up close and personal” with all sorts of animals.
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Alaska Science Center Multimedia
The Alaska Science Center, part of the USGS, has a wide variety of images, videos, animated maps and more available for free download. You'll find videos of polar bears swimming and images of the Canada goose and Semipalmated Sandpipers. learn more
Animals: Facts, Pictures, and Videos
National Geographic Kids provides the excellent site with information on animals, great and small, from around the world. learn more
Bagheera: Endangered Species Classroom
During the early days of the Web wildlife sites seemed to hurl animals into the classroom because they appeared so "real". For instance, a student can look into the eye of the panther--Bagheera ala Kipling! learn more
Cheetahs for Kids
The Cheetah Conservation Fund is another site promoting conservation and providing facts on the fastest animal in the world. learn more
Exotoxicology - Educational Resources
Ecotoxicology is the study of how contaminants affect wildlife and their habitats. Chemicals of concern include both those purposefully released into the environment (for example, pesticides) and those that are inadvertently released (for example, mining waste or combustion exhaust). Our research is helping to understand potential health hazards posed by chemicals used for pest and… learn more
For more wonder, rewild the world
Wolves were once native to the US' Yellowstone National Park -- until hunting wiped them out. But when, in 1995, the wolves began to come back (thanks to an aggressive management program), something interesting happened: the rest of the park began to find a new, more healthful balance. In a bold thought experiment, George Monbiot… learn more
Journey North
Journey North involves tracking the coming of spring around the world to help students gain a global systemic perspective. learn more
Koala
Information about particular animals, such as koalas, can be obtained at sites dedicated to the animal. More efficient than sifting thru online search engine results. learn more
Meerkats!
Will Burrard-Lucas went to Botswana, Africa to photograph meerkats (think Timon in The Lion King). Who knew they were not afraid of humans. learn more
National Wildlife Federation Lesson Plans
The National Wildlife Federation has over 1,000 lesson plans designed to introduce students to life science, ecology, wildlife biology, scientific identification and observation. All lesson plans are aligned to the National Science Education Standards. Topics include Habitat, Energy Conservation, Ecosystems, and Wildlife of all types. learn more
Photographing Meerkats
Will Burrard-Lucas talks about his travels to the Makgadikgadi Pans region of Botswana and go into detail on "some of the most charismatic (and cutest) creatures in Africa – meerkats". His web site features extraordinary images of all types of African wildlife and blog entries detailing his adventures. learn more
Sign Like Koko
Koko, a Lowland Gorilla born at the San Francisco Zoo, was an ambassador for gorillas all over the world. She spent her life at The Gorilla Foundation sanctuary in Woodside, California. Dr. Penny Patterson was her teacher and "mom" and lifelong friend. Penny taught Koko to speak through sign language and Koko inspired people around… learn more
The 40 Most Extreme Animals on the Planet
To cut it in the animal kingdom, you have to be tough—really tough. From withstanding brutal climates to fending off ferocious predators, surviving in the wild is no small feat. But a few cunning creatures have developed interesting traits and habits to stay in the game. Here are 40 of the most genetically gifted, physically freakish, and just all-around… learn more