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Youth Education - Where to go for Help LinksThese resources give more detailed information about the concepts presented in this section. There are 26 links in this section.
Sorted by Resource Type Sort Alphabetically by Title Instead NOTE: [PDF] links require the Acrobat Reader from Adobe. Audio/video Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Video and curricula combination that includes recruiting volunteers, developing the garden site, starting seeds indoors, transplanting, controlling pests, and making curriculum connectionsin both urban and rural settings. Source: National Gardening Association URL: http://store.yahoo.com/nationalgardening/11-1010.html Fact sheet/checklist Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: Ask your own science-related question or read the answers to questions others have asked. Source: Mad Science Network URL: http://www.madsci.org/submit.html Earth Café Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: A television series converted into sixteen 30-minute videos on development topics that include water, energy conservation, recycling, wastewater treatment, pesticides, household hazardous waste, underground storage tanks, and pollution prevention. Source: EPA URL: http://www.epa.gov/Region8/env_ed/earthcafe.html Environmental Education Grant Program Abstract: GRANTS: How to apply for EPA Environmental Education grants. Source: EPA URL: http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/grants.html Native Waters Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Links to publications about water. Source: Native Waters URL: http://nativewaters.org/publications.html New from Green Teacher Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Books that can be ordered to promote hands-on, interdisciplinary learning through projects that benefit schools and increase green space and biodiversity in communities. Source: Green Teacher URL: http://www.greenteacher.com/books.html Presidents Environmental Youth Awards Abstract: GRANTS: Recognizes young people across America for projects which demonstrate their commitment to the environment. Source: EPA URL: http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/awards.html The Garbage Game Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Fast-paced environmental board game designed to raise awareness of pollution prevention, waste minimization, and common solid waste disposal practices. Source: The Garbage Game URL: http://www.garbagethegame.ca/ WormWoman Catalog Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Source for books and videos on vermicomposting and how to do it in your classroom. Source: Worm Woman URL: http://www.wormwoman.com/acatalog/Wormwoman_catalog_Resources_ for_the_Classroom_Home_5.html Web site Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: Ask your own question on environmental or earth science topics or read the answers to questions others have asked. Source: DOE URL: http://www.newton.dep.anl.gov/askasci/env98.htm Ask an Energy Expert Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: Receive responses to questions on renewable energy and energy efficiency. Source: EERE URL: http://www.eren.doe.gov/askanenergyexpert/ Ask Doctor Global Change Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: A reference service that assists in finding information and data relevant to global environmental change. Provides students with a searchable collection of answers to questions about issues related to climate change and students can submit questions of their own and explore related links. Source: Global Change Research Information URL: http://gcrio.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/gcrio.cfg/php/enduser/home.p hp Ask Dr. Universe Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: Ask your own science-related question or read the answers to questions others have asked. Source: Washington State University URL: http://www.wsu.edu/druniverse/ Ask Jeeves for Schools Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: Ask your own question. Source: AJ Schools URL: http://www.ajschools.com/ Earth Force Catalog Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Offers GREEN guides and equipment to help youth assess the health of their watershed and take action on their findings. You can also order Earth Force After School kits. Source: Earth Force URL: http://www.earthforce.org/catalog/ EE Link Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Links to Environmental Education Resources on the Internet, with sections for EE professionals, classrooms, students and grants. Source: NAAEE URL: http://eelink.net/ee-linkintroduction.html Energy Smart Schools: Teacher Links Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Lesson plans, science projects, resource materials, energy-saving programs and novel events based on energy saving. Source: DOE URL: http://www.eere.energy.gov/energysmartschools/teaching.html Environmental Education and Training Partnership Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Offers educators information, resources, and links for promoting academic achievement and environmental literacy. A national leader in the delivery of environmental education training for education professionals. Source: EETAP URL: http://www.eetap.org/index.php Environmental Education Grants Program Abstract: GRANTS: Encourages and supports educators and conservation groups with innovative ideas for educating young people about our environment offering grants to help sponsor programs that promote a greater understanding of challenges facing our environment with an emphasis on solutions improving local environmental quality. Source: PG&E National Energy Group URL: http://www.neg.pge.com/grantProgram.html Environmental Education Specific Resources Abstract: GRANTS: Links to grants for environmental education. Source: NAAEE URL: http://eelink.net/grants-eespecificresources.html Montana Nature Discovery Trunks Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Traveling interdisciplinary and scientifically-accurate educational kits with hands-on materials, age-appropriate lesson plans, posters, videos, audio cassettes, games, and puppets. Includes P2 related kits on air care and watersheds (Montana only). Source: Montana Natural History Center URL: http://www.thenaturecenter.org/trunks.htm National Junior Solar Sprint (JSS) Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: A classroom-based, hands-on educational program for middle school students. JSS student teams construct model solar-powered cars and race them in interscholastic competitions hosted within their schools, states or regions. This site gives information on how to start or join a JSS competition. Source: National Renewable Energy Laboratory (DOE-NREL) URL: http://www.nrel.gov/education/student/natjss.html Office of Environmental Education Materials and Resources Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Electronic catalog for environmental educational materials developed by EPA. Source: EPA URL: http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/facts.html Schoolyard Habitats Starter Kit Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Information on program to transform schoolyards and community spaces into hands-on, outdoor classrooms. Source: National Wildlife Foundation URL: http://www.nwf.org/schoolyardhabitats/create_orderakit.cfm Terms of Environment Abstract: ASK AN EXPERT: On-line thesaurus: Defines in non-technical language the more commonly used environmental terms appearing in EPA publications, news releases, and other Agency documents. Source: EPA URL: http://www.epa.gov/OCEPAterms/ The Burns Technology Center Abstract: MATERIALS SOURCES: Web site with programs, materials and information for teachers. Source: BTC URL: http://btc.montana.edu/ |
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