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In this study, the scientists studied glaciers and their nearby rivers in Alaska. The water coming from glaciers can be…
In this study, the scientists studied glaciers and their nearby rivers in Alaska. The water coming from glaciers can be quite old and contain nutrients, such as carbon, that could...

The purpose of this lesson plan is to give students a chance to reflect on their reading and create poems…
The purpose of this lesson plan is to give students a chance to reflect on their reading and create poems to express what they have learned. The lesson plan is...

In this article, scientists explore the different ecosystem services provided by prairie potholes such as soil nutrients, absorbing carbon, and…
In this article, scientists explore the different ecosystem services provided by prairie potholes such as soil nutrients, absorbing carbon, and reducing soil erosion.

Globalization causes many things to happen. For the scientists in this study, globalization has increased the spread of invasive species.…
Globalization causes many things to happen. For the scientists in this study, globalization has increased the spread of invasive species. If scientists can predict the spread of invasive species, the...

Most rivers in the United States are now regulated. A regulated river is one whose flow is controlled by dams.…
Most rivers in the United States are now regulated. A regulated river is one whose flow is controlled by dams. The regulation of rivers, however, alters the relationship between rivers...

This article looks at how long-term weather patterns affect Carolina Bay Wetlands.
What Goes Around Comes Around: How Long-Term Weather Patterns Affect Plants in Carolina Bay Wetlands
This article looks at how long-term weather patterns affect Carolina Bay Wetlands.

Trees that are dead but still standing are called snags. Even though snags are dead, they are still are important…
Trees that are dead but still standing are called snags. Even though snags are dead, they are still are important parts of the forest. Snags provide benefits to the environment,...

In this FACTivity, you will research black-backed woodpeckers and learn about what they eat and where they prefer to build…
In this FACTivity, you will research black-backed woodpeckers and learn about what they eat and where they prefer to build nests. Then you will pretend to be a black-backed woodpecker...

After an area has been changed by human or natural disturbances, forest managers often engage in restoration activities. In the…
After an area has been changed by human or natural disturbances, forest managers often engage in restoration activities. In the Bosque, fire is both a human and a natural disturbance....

The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What are the key characteristics of arthropods? You will create your…
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What are the key characteristics of arthropods? You will create your own aPod based on the characteristics of arthropods and describe...