Nature study basics, with an emphasis on backyard plants and animals. Includes a section on naming and classification, list making, and "why bother with nature?" www.backyardnature.net
Information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test your water knowledge. ga.water.usgs.gov/edu
Every 8 weeks, Maggie is sent on a "Mission Impossible" style adventure that teaches kids about the environment. Each mission features an 8-minute cartoon with music, games, gadgets, and factual content. Requires Flash plug-in. www.missmaggie.org
Help Iz and Auggie solve a series of ecological problems happening on Planet Small by finding similar, real-life examples on Earth. www.headbone.com/derby/eco
For kids interested in the environment, and in having fun. Includes games and features about salmon and wildlife, hazardous substances, recycling, and choosing recycled products. www.metrokc.gov/dnr/kidsweb
A children's interactive web site about the environment, with card games, a free recycle kit to print, coloring book, and lots of interesting facts. www.planetpals.com
More than a dozen interactive studies related to the environment. For middle and high school students. Includes teacher guides for classroom use. www.cotf.edu/ete
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's site for kids. Lots of fun and interesting things to read and do to learn about the environment. www.epa.gov/kids
A non-profit organization which helps young people learn about animals, plants, ecology, and nature centers. Site also provides a forum for people to share their creative ideas and knowledge of the environment. childrenoftheearth.org
Looks at a variety of issues related to the environment, including topics such as air, food, energy, water, population, and waste. www.enviroliteracy.org
Information and activities for students and teachers on papermaking, recycling, forestry, trees, paper crafts, careers, and the environment. www.tappi.org/paperu
Offers environmental news, issues, quizzes, facts, and links in a kid-friendly setting. Also provides information for parents and teachers. www.geocities.com/RainForest/8393
Features interactive entertainment and education with games, puzzles, jokes, and cartoons designed to help kids discover cool things about nature, science and ecology. www.ecodog.com
Looks at the need to protect the environment as well as the challenges involved. Focuses on the importance of preserving history, conserving natural resources for future use, and developing earth-friendly habits. www.mcdougallittell.com/whist/netact/U8/U8frame.htm
Captain Earthworm, Captain Redbird, and Captain Bluegill present information about recycling, pollution, and tips for keeping the environment healthy. Includes activities. www.epa.state.il.us/kids
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