Welcome to our website’s resource library, where we offer an extensive collection of free science materials tailored for K-12 students. Dive into a wealth of educational resources including articles, activities, lesson plans, learning modules, and much more. All materials are free to download!
In 1964, Congress passed a law that established the National Wilderness Preservation System (NWPS). This law identified areas of Federal…
Can You Hear Me Now? Using the Telephone to Discover People’s Opinions About Wilderness
In 1964, Congress passed a law that established the National Wilderness Preservation System (NWPS). This law identified areas of Federal land to be protected as much as possible from human...
After reading “Pack to Back,” test your knowledge with a word search.
Crossword – Pack to Back
After reading “Pack to Back,” test your knowledge with a word search.
The scientists in this study wanted to know how rising levels of carbon dioxide in the troposphere might affect the…
FACELook! Exploring the Relationship Between Carbon, Photosynthesis, and the Roots of Trees
The scientists in this study wanted to know how rising levels of carbon dioxide in the troposphere might affect the amount of carbon sent belowground by trees and made available...
In this FACTivity, you will assess and compare two trees. The questions you will answer are: 1) What is the estimated…
FACTivity – FACELook
In this FACTivity, you will assess and compare two trees. The questions you will answer are: 1) What is the estimated leaf area of two similar trees in your schoolyard? 2)...
In this FACTivity, you will act as social scientists and conduct a survey with other students in your class to…
FACTivity – Time Out: Survey
In this FACTivity, you will act as social scientists and conduct a survey with other students in your class to determine information about each other’s time spent outdoors.
Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and…
It’s a Jungle Gym Out There! An Introduction to Outdoor Recreation
Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and enjoyment. Unless we understand what kinds of outdoor recreation activities...
Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and…
It’s a Jungle Gym Out There! An Introduction to Outdoor Recreation (Spanish)
Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and enjoyment. Unless we understand what kinds of outdoor recreation activities...
The scientists in this study are conducting research on what barriers best protect quaking aspen from browsing ungulates. This contemporary…
On the Fence: Which Barriers Protect Quaking Aspen From Ungulates?
The scientists in this study are conducting research on what barriers best protect quaking aspen from browsing ungulates. This contemporary research piece is compared with a research article on similar...
The scientists in this study wanted to answer two questions: (1) How many people in the United States are projected…
Pack to Back: Investigating Backpacking and Other Backcountry and Wilderness Activities
The scientists in this study wanted to answer two questions: (1) How many people in the United States are projected to participate in four backcountry and wilderness activities in 2060...
A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word in the same language. An antonym is…
Synonym and Antonym Challenge – On the Fence
A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word in the same language. An antonym is a word that has an opposite meaning to another word...
Some scientists believe that spending any amount of time outdoors is good for kids, and certain activities may provide more…
Time Out! How Much Time Do Kids Spend Outdoors?
Some scientists believe that spending any amount of time outdoors is good for kids, and certain activities may provide more benefits than others. Studies have shown that outdoor physical activities...
After reading “It’s a Jungle Gym Out There!,” test your knowledge with this word search.
Word Search – It’s a Jungle Gym Out There!
After reading “It’s a Jungle Gym Out There!,” test your knowledge with this word search.
