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Nature

American Museum of Natural History Online Field Journal

Welcome to the American Museum of Natural History's "Online Field Journal" web site! Here, young children can explore the wonders of nature with a parent, grandparent, older brother or sister, or an adult friend.

Animal Tracks Kids Page

The National Wildlife Federation's Kids Page features articles in English and Spanish from Ranger Rick, the environmental magazine for children, a homework help section; and briefings on issues such as the wetlands, endangered animals, water quality and more.

Children's Guide to Birdwatching

The Texas Parks and Wildlife has information on birds and birdwatching for children.

Dragonfly

The Dragonfly web pages are for investigators of all ages. These pages go with Dragonfly Magazine. You do not need the magazine to have fun here.

Endangered Species

The site includes maps of endangered species and lists of threatened species by state and region. This site was created by the National Consortium for Environmental Education and Training.

HUD Park Field Trip

This site guides children through an introductory tour of what parks are and why they exist.

Journey North

The Journey North, an Internet-based learning adventure that engages students in a global study of wildlife migration and seasonal change.

National Park Service: Park Guide

Searchers may use the alphabetical pull-down menu to select a specific park. Park information includes a brief history, fee and permit information, phone numbers, hours of operation, and camping and lodging choices.

Pinecone Bird Feeders

How to make a pinecone bird feeder with peanut butter spread on the outside of it!

National Wildlife Federation Kidszone

Here's an appealing and user-friendly Web site for kids of all ages to educate in the protection of wildlife, wild places and the environment.

Tracking and Stalking North American Wildlife

These pages offer Scouts tips on tracking, identifying the "quarry", and stalking it. Also included are tips on safety around wildlife, animal track images, wildlife data, and when possible, sound files.

Zoonet for Kids

"Animal Pictures" section contains excellent photos. Visit "Golden Paw Awards" for the best animal sites.