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Explore a variety of topics in our article library. Each article in a monograph or journal is based on a published, peer-reviewed study and includes an activity, reflection questions, and more. Articles in our Readers introduce the work of a scientist to students from kindergarten to 2nd grade.
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The scientists in this study were interested in comparing the water use efficiency of trees. They wondered if the water…The scientists in this study were interested in comparing the water use efficiency of trees. They wondered if the water use efficiency of trees growing away from intermittent and ephemeral... -
Many different types of birds live in riparian forests. In this study, the scientists were interested in black-chinned hummingbirds that…Many different types of birds live in riparian forests. In this study, the scientists were interested in black-chinned hummingbirds that live in riparian forests. The scientists wanted to know if... -
National forests and national grasslands are managed for all United States citizens. Parts of these forests and grasslands, however, may…National forests and national grasslands are managed for all United States citizens. Parts of these forests and grasslands, however, may be leased to individuals and companies. Some individuals and companies... -
Identifying which species may be the most vulnerable to a changing climate is important. This information can help people make…Identifying which species may be the most vulnerable to a changing climate is important. This information can help people make decisions about how to best manage the land. It can... -
Many changes have occured in the Rio Grande since the 1940s that have created a river that is deeper and…Many changes have occured in the Rio Grande since the 1940s that have created a river that is deeper and faster. This has created problems for the Rio Grande silvery... -
Some scientists believe that spending any amount of time outdoors is good for kids, and certain activities may provide more…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... -
In this study, the scientists wanted to test a method of calculating the amount of carbon stored by plants across…In this study, the scientists wanted to test a method of calculating the amount of carbon stored by plants across a large area of land. They chose the island of... -
Mangrove forests include trees and shrubs found in the tropics that have large root structures and create barriers that help…Mangrove forests include trees and shrubs found in the tropics that have large root structures and create barriers that help protect coastlines. The mangrove forests provide protection for the villages,... -
The scientists in this study were interested in learning about birds living in different sized kīpuka on the island of…The scientists in this study were interested in learning about birds living in different sized kīpuka on the island of Hawai‘i. Kīpuka are like islands of forest surrounded by hardened... -
From 1920 to 1950, a tree species called albizia (Falcataria moluccana) was brought to Hawai‘i from islands located north and…From 1920 to 1950, a tree species called albizia (Falcataria moluccana) was brought to Hawai‘i from islands located north and northeast of Australia. A fast-growing tree, albizia now grows all...
