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AboutDarwin.com

2009 marks the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth, and here is a site to learn about all things Darwin! From a timeline of the events of his life, to photos of his residences and other important locations, to a chronology of the Beagle voyage, complete with maps and journal entries, this site will keep you interested and digging deeper.  http://www.aboutdarwin.com/timeline/time_01.html

Energy Quest Intro to Wind Energy for Kids
Learn how wind energy works and how it is being used successfully in California. Links to energy games, jokes, and science projects. This page is part of the larger Energy Quest site which explores energy, electricity, and many alternative and renewable sources of energy. Includes extensive lists of related educational books and websites. http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/story/chapter16.html
Thinking FountainTeacher's Resource

From a photo of a busy outdoor scene on the home page, you can click on any object and be taken to more information and links on that topic. The links are to activities, suggested reading, related topics, and observations from other site users. This site seems boundless in its possibilities, and easily navigated by young people. There is also a section called "Theme Clusters" where you'll find different ideas and links gathered by topics such as Shapes, Tropical Rainforest, Air, Students as Designers, and Books You Can Use. http://www.thinkingfountain.org/

Wildwood Tracking

This is a wonderful site full of great information and amazing photos. You'll find information on tracks, scat, and other signs used in animal tracking. There are sections about tracking molds, techniques, gait, measurements and path deviation. Several seasons of the Algonquin Winter Tracking Expeditions are documented with beautiful photos of the scenery and wildlife, as well as the tracks that were found. This site will inspire you to head out on your own tracking adventures! http://wildwoodtracking.com/index.html



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