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Government Sites
Alaska - Gene Conservation Laboratory
Kid's Page - (Alaska Department of Fish and Game) - This web page is about fish,
fishing and the State of Alaska. In this page you will find pictures of Alaskan kids catching all kinds of
fish. Take a look at the wealth of a state with diverse fishery resources, and think about the role that
biodiversity can play to help sustain those resources for our future.
Alaska
Kids - This site has great information on how to stay safe, how to stay healthy, and help
with homework in the student guide.
All About Mad Cow Disease - A while ago the "Mad Cow Disease" was in
the news. This website explains Mad Cow Disease, how it can be transmitted and how it can affect
humans and pets.
BLM Learning Landscapes for Students -
(Bureau of Land Management) - has links to several student-oriented BLM sites; including links topics
such as dinosaurs and fire. You can find the best information for student projects.
CDC's Rabies Web Page That's Just for Kids! - In the United States
today, about 93 of every 100 reported cases of rabies are in wild animals. Most of the cases are found
in raccoons, skunks, bats, and foxes. Cats had the largest number of reported rabies cases in pets.
Learn more about rabies and how to protect your pet.
Dinosaurs - National Museum of Natural History - (Smithsonian) -
Dinosaurs are a group of terrestrial reptiles that first appeared in the Late (or perhaps Middle) Triassic
Period, about 230 million years ago. Learn more about this extinct species.
Dinosaurs: Faces and Fiction - (Geological Survey) - From a scientific
viewpoint, the study of dinosaurs is important both for understanding the causes of past major
extinctions of land animals and for understanding the changes in biological diversity caused by
previous geological and climatic changes of the Earth. These changes are still occurring today.
Disease - BAM! - (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) - Find out about
the West Nile Virus, SARs, and other infectious diseases. Learn how scientists track down disease to
try to find a cure!
Endangered Species Kids' Corner - (Fish and Wildlife Service) - Learn how
loss of habitat and ecosystems can lead to a decline in biodiversity, and how the Endangered
Species Act helps conserve endangered and threatened species.
Explorers'
Club - The Environmental Protection Agency’s website allows you to explore your
environment and learn about the many things you can do to protect it.
Farm Service Agency for Kids -
This site, from the Farm Service Agency, has fun games to teach you more about farming, crops and
ranches.
Florida -
Kids miamidade.gov - Learn about Miami Dade County, get homework help, learn
about nature and the sea, play fun games and more.
Giant Pandas Page for Kids - Learn all about the
Giant Panda's at the National Zoo. This page has a jigsaw puzzle, coloring sheets, and even take a
panda quiz!
Grow a Bean Buddy - (Smithsonian) - Learn about the basic parts of a
seed and what seeds need in order to grow (or germinate) including water, sunlight and nutrients from
the soil.
Habitat Adventure: Panda
Challenge - In "Habitat Adventure: Panda Challenge!", you will help make decisions
about a fictional forest reserve. You will use binoculars, field guides, a camera, and other tools, as
well as talk to local people to help you make the best decisions.
Michael's Inside Scoop on Genetics -
BAM! - (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) - Your genes are instruction codes
for your body - telling cells what to do. These instruction codes do everything, from telling your body
when to start puberty to determining the shape of your nose.
NBII Kids - National Biological Information Infrastructure - (Geological
Survey) - You'll find games, puzzles, stories, and projects that help kids learn about nature and
conservation while having fun.
New Jersey - Seafood Just For Kids - (New Jersey Department of
Agriculture) - Learn more about Jersey Seafood! By the Sea is an online activity book with lots of
information, crosswords, coloring pages, and many other fun things to do to find out more about fish
and fishing in New Jersey.
North
American Mammals - The website, from the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum
of Natural History, provides information for over 400 mammal species and includes high-quality range
maps, photographs, scientific illustrations, family tree diagrams, weights and measures, and more.
Ocean
Explorer - (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) - The Ocean Explorer
web site is entertaining and educational for you to learn about, discover, and virtually explore the
ocean.
Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge Kids'
Site - (Fish and Wildlife Service) - This refuge is one of over 540 refuges scattered
throughout the U.S. Established in 1930, this is a breeding ground for birds. Learn more about this
refuge and different varieties of animals.
Sci4Kids -
Science is everywhere you look. Learn what scientists do at the Agricultural Research Service. You
may be a student today but may already be on your way to a career in science or farming or
computers.
Smithsonian Education's
Science and Nature Page - Learn about the different exhibits at the Smithsonian
Museum. Wanna learn about the Wright Brothers or great facts about cats? There are fun games and
activites too.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Especially for Kids! - Learn about endangered
species, national wildlife refuges, migratory birds, fisheries resources , the value of wetlands, and how
kids, like you, can help.
Yellowstone National Park Just for Kids - (National Park Service) - Take a
field trip online and when you’re done check out the Yellowstone Animal Alphabet
book.
Other Resources
A Seed is a Baby Plant in a Lunchbox - Every seed is a tiny plant
with leaves, stems, and root parts waiting for the right things to happen to make the seed start to
grow.
Animal ABCs - Spotlight On… - Find out some
interesting facts on a number of different animals.
Animals - National Geographic Kids - Learn about animal
and their habitats, watch videos and listen to animal sounds.
Animals and Exhibits - New England Aquarium -
Explore vibrant coral reefs, from the Bahamas and the tropical Pacific to temperate Australia. Learn
about the animals and explore the exhibits from your computer.
Ask Dr.
Universe - Science questions and answers for kids of all ages.
ASPCA Animaland - Check out these fun cartoons on taking
care of pets.
BrainPop - Science - BrainPOP's has animated movies created to explain the
world around us in an engaging way. There are some FREE movies, but most you have to subscribe
to. Kids, make sure to talk this over with your parents.
Brainteaser Quiz: Dinosaurs -
(National Geographic Kids) - Test your Dinosaur smarts.
Care For Animals - Animated Journeys -
You can choose from a variety of movies from selecting and adopting a pet to pet health and
more.
Children's
Butterfly Site - Despite their small size, butterflies and moths are some of the World's
most wondrous animals. Their beauty, seemingly miraculous metamorphosis, and apparently carefree
flight all spark our imaginations. Learn more here.
Education Place for Students - Free games, activities, and resources for
students studying math, reading, social studies, and science.
Georgia Aquarium - Kids Corner - Check out the variety of fun activities. Use the
Animal Guide to learn more about many of the animals you will see when visiting the Aquarium so
you can easily identify them. Print off cool coloring pages to decorate animals you will encounter,
and learn more about the people who work with the animals on a daily basis.
Ice Stories: Dispatches from Polar Scientists - Visitors will enjoy
learning about the thoughts and experiences of the scientists working in Antarctica and the Arctic. Just
click on the "Check out the dispatches" button. Visitors can learn how penguins function as
barometers of climate change, get up close and personal with a smattering of charismatic marine
mammals, and learn about the fascinating South Pole Telescope.
Infrared Zoo - Infrared light shows us the heat radiated by the world around us. By
viewing animals with a thermal infrared camera, we can actually "see" the differences between warm
and cold-blooded animals. Infrared also allows us to study how well feathers, fur and blubber insulate
animals.
Invasive Plants - National Geographic
Kids - Plants and animals rely on each other. Find out why native plants are so
important to the web of life.
Katerpillars and Mystery Bugs - Can you figure out
the mystery bug on this fun site from the University of Kentucky? Investigate insects and their relatives,
try the tasty bugfood, and have lots of bug fun!
Kids Go Wild
- Ready for a wild adventure? Find out what kids like you are doing to protect endangered animals in
the Wild News section. Like games? Then test your skills and creativity by playing in our online Wild
Arcade.
Kind News (Grades
K-6) - Kind News is a newspaper that features articles, puzzles and celebrity interviews
that teaches you the value of showing kindness, and respect to animals, the environment and one
another.
Montana Dinosaur
Trail - (Montana Commerce Department) - The Montana Dinosaur Trail was created to
highlight the unique and, in many cases, world class dinosaur displays, interpretation and programs
found in Montana.
Monterey Bay Aquarium Animals & Exhibits -
Information about the award-winning exhibits and animals on display at the Monterey Bay Aquarium,
Monterey, California, including live web cams, information about ocean life and educational
activities.
MouthPower.org - Let Mouthie take you into the MouthPower
laboratory. Experiment to find the healthiest choices about food, tobacco, and cleaning habits.
Explore the history of dentistry and the story of your own teeth! Then create your own poster about
healthy mouth habits.
National Aquarium Exhibits - The Aquarium features hundreds of exhibits
featuring more than 16,500 animals. Find out what's happening now.
National Geographic Kids - Wanna hear about current events? National
Geographic gives you the top news stories on animals and nature, people and places, and science
and space, where you can listen to a song about the order of the planets.
National Geographic Kids Stories - Wanna hear about current events?
National Geographic gives you the top news stories on animals and nature, people and places, and
even wacky news.
Penguin Cam - Maryland Zoo - Take a look at the African penguins live
at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.
PestWorld for
Kids - What are pests? Think of them as animals out of place. Out in nature, they're just
doing their jobs. But when they move into our homes and yards, that's when we call them pests.
Smokey the Bear - Smokey Kids - Join Smokey for some forest and
campfire fun. And, along the way, discover Smokey's rules for forest fire safety and prevention so that
you can become a member of Smokey's team!
South Carolina Aquarium - Kids' Page - If you love science,
animals, nature, and the South Carolina Aquarium, this place is for you! Learn more about sea turtles
and watch them eat and check out Carly's Sea Star Captain's Log.
Texas -
Outdoor Kids - (Texas Parks and Wildlife) - This website has great pages about: Wild
Things features native animals and plants; Fun Stuff includes arts and crafts and games; Get Out has
ideas for having fun outdoors safely and links to the Outdoor Kids journal and much more.
The Body Explained - This video production answers a number of common
questions about how the body works. Covers topics such as why our ears pop, why we sneeze, and
what causes hiccups.
Webs of Life - Descend to the colourful world of corals beneath the waves. See
how food chains work, forming complex food webs and energy pyramids.
Wild -
CBBC - Interactive guides to wildlife. Watch the video, listen to animal sounds and
discover 12 amazing creatures in close-up.
Wildlife - All kind of activities to learn about plants and animals.
Zoboomafoo -
Find out about this show for kids on PBS! This fun site has cool info on the characters, facts about
animals, games, and coloring pages.
Page Revised - 3/30/2009
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