Plants: Biology for Kids - Look at the plant slideshow for an introduction
to the many kinds of plants in the world.
Plants: Just for Kids - Find out about the secret life of trees, where food comes
from, what earthworms do, and take the Great Plant Escape. From the University of Illinois Extension.
The Algae Home Page - An
introduction to algae. From the Smithsonian Institution.
The Fungus Among Us - Fungi aren't really plants.
but many of us think that they are. There are lots of different ones from the mushrooms in yard to that strange blue stuff
growing on the old food in refrigerator. This is a really good site from the Virtual Museum of Canada.
Living With Mosses - Learn about mosses. You may even
find them living on sidewalks and concrete.
Seeds of Change Garden- Information about edible
plants from the new and old worlds, how to grow a garden, and other projects relating to edible
plants.
Dr. Arbor Talks Trees - Dr. Arbor will explain to you how trees work.
There is also a state tree gallery.
How to Make a Leaf Collection - Collecting leaves
is a good way to start in nature study. Trees don't run away, and usually have enough leaves so that they can part with one without pain.
A Walk in the Woods - Take a virtual walk in the woods. This site is
for 3rd to 5th grade students, but even if you are older, you may enjoy this walk. From the University of Illinois Extension.
EPA Student Center - The Environmental Protection Agency site for middle school
students. You will find information about the environment and environmental careers. There are also some fun activities.
Just for Kids - Environmental information, activities, and
games from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. You may read the story of Carson P. Falcon, Pennsylvania's spokes-falcon.
Climate Change Campaign- Learn about the effects
of carbon dioxide on the climate. From the World Wildlife Federation.
Global Climate Change - Information
about the effect of global warming on the earth, sea, and air. From the Exploratorium
Garbage: How can my Community
reduce waste - Facts about garbage and suggestions for improving the handling and disposal of
waste materials. From the Annenburg/CPB Project.
