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Earth Science 

Learn all about the planet Earth!

Earth
Explore your world! Learn about the change of seasons, cool facts and world records about the planet, the causes of natural disasters, special projects from NASA and join an expedition to the coldest places on Earth!
Earthquakes
What happens when the Earth moves? What is a fault? Why are there so many earthquakes in California? How can you prepare for an earthquake. Find answers to many questions about earthquakes.
The Environment
Understanding our fragile earth and what we can do to protect it. Learn about such topics as acid rain, air junk, pollution, endangered lands and how the environment affects you every day.
Geography
Interesting places for you to discover. Visit faraway places, learn how to find your way using a map and compass, take a road trip and test your geography knowledge.
Geology
Dig these geology resources! Discover trilobites, caves, dirt, rocks and minerals.
Volcanoes
Cool lava and magnificent eruptions! Visit the volcanoes of our planet including Hawaii's Kilauea, the Cascade range in Washington state, and Italy's Vesuvius. Learn how volcanoes erupt and the different types of volcanoes.
Weather & Climate
Wild weather from across the globe. Explore clouds, tornadoes, hurricanes, snow, lightning and other storms. Find out what forces causes different weather patterns and how scientists investigate weather.

Earth Science Books 

Planet Earth 

Moeraki Boulders by Wayne & Sally

a lesson in geology by seawallrunner

Hit, Miss, Hit by cobalt123

Painted folds by katepedley

Monument Valley by jwoodphoto

Rainbow Pool in Yellowstone by Walt K

Sunset in the Grand Canyon by cobalt123

HDR Lower Cave Carlsbad Caverns by SamuraiCatJB

Mount Augustine After Jan 11 Eruption by AKDave

Wilderness of Glacier & Snow Lake by Heartkins

It's a Small World by Bubba Trout

Pristine by More Altitude

World Geography 

Antarctica - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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Asia - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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A guide to Hawaii and the South Pacific - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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Geography at All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

A selection of geography resources about Europe.0 points

North American Resources at All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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About South America and the Amazon River at All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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More Fun Book Titles 

World Geography @ Flickr 

and then He created earth ... by theresa.brent

El Atlas desde Marraquech - The Atlas from Marrakesh by jose_miguel

National Geographic Mag Visons of Earth  April 2006 by Michael Poliza

Sunset on the Top of the World by viiny

The Kingdom of Beauty by Heartkins

McNaughts Comet Eyre Peninsula South Australia by john white photos

Sunset at Perhistoric Earth by autumn_leaf

Meadow of Yellow Flowers and Mountains by OneEighteen

peaceable by c.zwerg

Waimea Canyon, Kauai, Hawaii by SparkyLeigh

upper avalanche gorge, glacier national park by Chris Lombardi

Mt Augustine Volcano From Kamishak Bay by AKDave

Autumn - Cullasaja Falls - Near Franklin, NC by Mc Shutter

Valley of Fire Nevada by Bob Jagendorf

The white desert - Uyuni - Bolivia by gardawind

Salted lake, highly seaoned cactus by mtchm

Chalalan by Alexander Yates

Web Cams 

Views from across the globe.

A Collection of Bird Cams - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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A Guide to Internet Cameras Featuring Live Views of Animals - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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Internet and Web Cams - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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Projects 

Hands-on crafts, projects, and activities for at home or in the classroom.

A Guide to Crafty Science Activities and Lesson Plan Ideas - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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About Crystals - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

A selection of crystal chemistry experiments and p more...0 points

Earth Science Projects - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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About Science, Nature and Environment Crafts and Activities - All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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About the Weather - Projects and Activities for At Home and In the Classroom from All Info-About Science For Families Library of Internet Resources

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Hands-On Project Books 

Fun at Amazon for Kids Who Love Geography! 

LeapFrog Explorer Smart Globe

Amazon Price: $159.99 (as of 10/12/2008)

Oregon Scientific Interactive Globe

Amazon Price: $91.95 (as of 10/12/2008)

Learning Resources Power of Science Compass, Large

Amazon Price: $5.95 (as of 10/12/2008)

JUMBO MAP PAD WORLD LABELED 30/PK 16 X 10-3/4

Amazon Price: (as of 10/12/2008)

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Digital Geography Updates 

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Google Maps Mania 

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Geography - Jigsaw Puzzles 

United States of America Jigsaw Puzzle 1000pc

Amazon Price: $12.49 (as of 10/12/2008)

Melissa and Doug Large USA Map

Amazon Price: $11.24 (as of 10/12/2008)

State Flags and Capitols Jigsaw Puzzle 1000pc

Amazon Price: $12.49 (as of 10/12/2008)

Map of the World 600 Piece Puzzle

Amazon Price: $18.98 (as of 10/12/2008)

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Gayle has been providing online content for kids and their families since 1995. From 1997 to 2001 she was a Guide at The Mining Company/About.com, covering the topics Science and nature for Kids, Kids' Toys & Collectibles, The Big Island of Hawaii, and Vancouver, British Columbia.  In 2002, Gayle joined the All Info-About Network where she has been providing family-friendly resources and content about a variety of topics.

Gayle is the mother of six grown sons and three grandchildren. She lives on a heritage farm near Vancouver, British Columbia with her husband and editor, Bob.

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