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Maps for Science

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008 11:33 am

Written by: Mary LeFever

As students investigate such national and global issues as climate change, water shortages, deforestation, endangered species, or shifting tectonic plates, online thematic maps can connect the issues to locations. Often these maps provide supporting data. Here are some sources of thematic maps that can be useful in the science classroom.
The Map Guide
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Posted in Topics: Conservation, Earth Sciences, Ecology, Fresh Water, Geology, Life Sciences, Maps, Quick Takes, Science

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Stream Ecology

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008 12:06 pm

Written by: Kimberly Lightle

Planning your spring units? Most kids (and their teachers) love to get into the “field” to do science. Many schools have access to streams and to outreach programs in which state departments of natural resources (DNR) work with schools to survey the biodiversity and abiotic conditions of local streams. The DNRs also have the necessary […]

Posted in Topics: Animals, Aquatic Plants, Biodiversity, Ecology, Fresh Water, Life Sciences, Quick Takes, Science

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