Metis writers are profiled in this document. Their works of fiction most often addressthe complicated nature of being mixed-heritage, finding acceptance of that fact, and fighting racism.

A site with links to various Middle English works and their lyrics. Several images and related links.

Tour the museum's famed exhibition hall dedicated to ocean life at this online recreation. Find videos, maps, species specimens, and images that let you experience many of the museum's resources on ocean life right from your desktop.

Through this series of three lessons, students will gain an understanding of the basics of mineral science. In their investigation they will also work through the scientific process as they practice their observation skills, form hypotheses, and make conclusions. Teachers and students alike will love the easy to understand background information and vibrant photos. Each lesson comes complete with clear learning objectives and instructions, as well as supplemental discussion and explanations. Also provided are the accompanying student handouts and a resource list.

This lesson plan deals with timelines in connection to nonfiction reading. Included in the lesson plan is an overview, practice, objectives, resources, preparation, and more.

This video segment adapted from NOVA features footage of the aftermath of the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption in the Philippines. The largest volcanic eruption in 80 years deposited tons of ash on the towns, which caused devastating mudflows.

This interactive activity adapted from A Science Odyssey Web site helps you visualize different types of plate tectonic activity and shows the impact this activity has on Earth's surface.

My Family is a downloadable storybook about a typical Metis family unit and the roles each person plays within that family. The reading level is for younger students but older students will appreciate the artwork.

Interactive map of the world in which students select a continent and begin exploring using online resources from the Smithsonian Institute.

An excellent biography of Wegener that includes his breakthrough work and the storm of controversy it created. Finally, Alfred Wegener has gotten the praise and recognition he deserved.

Learn why scientists have been observing glaciers since before global warming came into the forefront. Learn about the different types of glaciers and the ways to monitor them. Some of the information may be dated. (April 14, 1999)

This article highlights facts about clouds and their role in the Earth's climate change.

The Amazon River rises each year from December to May, forcing fish to flow through the tops of trees. Learn how satellites and technology track the rising and fall of the Amazon River and how this affects the rain forest.

Discover how chlorophyll is related to photosynthesis and watch a map evolve from July 2002 to October 2008 showing the varying levels of chlorophyll. Read about how important chlorophyll and photosynthesis are to our environment.

This article discusses the ocean phenomenon known as La Nina, its effects, and its formation.

In depth information about news and events happening at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL. Includes photos and videos of numerous astronomical events.

View a global map from NASA's Earth Observatory that shows net radiation from July 2006 to November 2008. Learn about radiation and the balance between incoming and outgoing energy in the atmosphere.

Discover the history of remote sensing from early cameras to the first space shuttles. Learn about the different remote sensing methods and accomplishments made by NASA.

This lesson plan allows students to make a rocket with card stock paper. Students will be able to launch the rocket and then discuss the variables affecting the height of each launch.

This global map from NASA's Earth Observatory shows the sea surface temperature from July 2002 to October 2008. Learn the influences that sea surface temperature has on climate and weather.