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Major US and North American Federal Organizations: Environment

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United States Geological Survey

The US Geological Survey has provided special packages for schools for many years. Resources are broken out by grade level and subject areas, with literally hundreds of resources. Topics include 3D paper models (no printer required!), citizen science, images, maps, online lectures, schoolyard geology, water science, videos and animations.

The USGS is one of the few groups that offer topological maps. Coupled with modern software, students can create 3D images of their local area or a nearby recreation area.

Recycle City

This game from the EPA allows students to explore Recycle City to see how its people reduce waste, use less energy, and save money by doing simple things at home, at work, and in their neighborhoods.

The site includes offline learning activities ans ideas for getting involved.

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Environmental Protection Agency

The Environmental Protection Agency hosts resources on a wide variety of topics, from air quality to bed bugs.

Information is broken out by state. Select your state to see local news and resources.

Fish and Wildlife Service

The US Fish and Wildlife Service highlights regional contrasts.

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EPA Climate Change Indicators

EPA partners with more than 40 data contributors from various government agencies, academic institutions, and other organizations to compile a key set of indicators related to the causes and effects of climate change.

ScoreCard

ScoreCard, originally sponsored by the Environmental Defense Fund, allows students to enter their own zip code to discover a list of hazardous chemicals with toxic ratings and health effects in their own region.

Action tools are offered. And, yes, the names of real companies are given. A controversial site.

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The Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management's education programs and materials help teachers and students understand resource areas, multiple-use land management, and how citizens can affect land use decisions. If you're a teacher, they have many programs designed specifically for you, including an Education Activities Database and Teachers on the Public Lands, where teachers spend their summer breaks at BLM sites.