Diatoms are very important in the spring ice algae bloom in the Bering Sea. This lesson on scientific illustration uses Ernst Haeckel, the supreme diatom illustrator of the late 1800's (and his work) as a macroscopic introduction to a microscopic organism.

Have your students practice being tsunami geologists as they learn the Laws of Stratigraphy!

Survive predators, cold and hazards in order to provide enough food for your chick to survive.

Students work in Expedition Teams to plan, execute and report on a simulated Ocean Research Cruise!

Students use actual tundra photos and permafrost thaw depth data to create and test a hypothesis.

Students will make a topographic map of their playground - just like real geologists!

Compare what students in a tropical climate do to prepare for recess with students who live in the interior of Alaska. Learn several consequences caused by sub zero temperatures. Create awareness that people are able to prepare for a cold environment by adding layers of clothes.

6th to 12th grade learners will investigate and then present on the wide variety of science projects in Antarctica through the PolarTREC and the USAP websites.

Bringing one of these special seals in the classroom will give your students a firsthand opportunity to see what it is like to be a wildlife biologist, and use many science skills.

What does it take to stay warm in Antarctica?