Standard+E+Earth+&+Space+Science


 * Post Standard E Resources here.**
 * Each resource will include a title, link to the resource, a short description of the resource, and grade level(s)**.

// **Content Standard:** Students in Wisconsin will demonstrate an understanding of the structure and systems of earth and other bodies in the universe and of their interactions. // // By studying earth, its composition, history, and the processes that shape it, students gain a better understanding of the planet on which they live. In addition, all bodies in space, including earth, are influenced by forces acting throughout the solar system and the universe. Studying the universe enhances students' understanding of earth's origins, its place in the universe, and its future. Understanding these geologic, meteorological, astronomical, and oceanographic processes allows students to make responsible choices and to evaluate the consequences of their choices. //
 * // Rationale //**

Leilei Song Title: Earth from Space Link: [] Description: Search this NASA website for images and information about Earth's various water habitats. Photos are aerial views taken from the Space Shuttle.Grade: 5th grade

Annie Anderson
 * Title**: Meteorology
 * Link**: []
 * Description**: Great explanations of Meteorology by the "Weather Dude". Includes links, definitions, songs with lyrics, fun facts and expiriments for elementary students as well as questions to encourage them to make connections to their prior knowledge.
 * Grade**: K-5 - may do more demonstrating in lower grades but content is very easy to understand and adaptable.

Melissa Millard
 * Title:** United States Geographic Survey
 * Link:** @http://www.usgs.gov/pubprod/
 * Description:** Provides current maps of the world showing tectonic plates, weather conditions, locations of natural disasters (great for identifying patterns), and natural features and topography (volcanoes, mountains, etc.).
 * Grade Level**: 6-8

Michelle Arnett
 * Title:** Earth in Space
 * Link:** []
 * Description:** This is a great resource to search several other websites that are specifically focused on the topics you need. For example, the resource linked above provides information about Earth, other planets, astronomy, and other space information. The websites used in this information website is for can be used for all grade levels. This connects to Standard E in that all of the websites listed are related to Earth and Space Science.
 * Grade Level**: K-8


 * Andy Meeks**
 * Title:** Plate tectonics
 * Link** http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-HwPR_4mP4&feature=related
 * Description:** A short but stunningly beautiful documentary on plate tectonics. Both where the theory of plate tectonics comes from, and what the theory is. The documentary also goes into how plate tectonics have changed and shaped our planet.
 * Grade: 3-8**

Kari Reuter
 * Title:** NASA
 * Link:** []
 * Description:** This website is the resource for understanding our universe. NASA breaks this site up for educators and students by grade ranges to provide age-appropriate articles, videos, activities, games etc. targeting the understanding of the components in our solar system. The information is current, reliable and interesting.
 * Grades:** K-12

Amy Rice **Title:** The Weather Channel Kids **Link:** [] **Description:** If you’re an educator, you can benefit from the wealth of resources on The Weather Channel Kids. With the help of standards-based lesson plans accessible in this section, your students’ exploration of weather and climate takes on added significance because you’re able to address many of your instructional objectives. The educator resources are by teachers for teachers, generally organized around four themes: Weather Ready – Sun Safety, Forecast Earth, The Weather Classroom, and Weather Ready – Plan for It. **Grades:** PreK-8

Nicole Ann Isaacs
 * Title: ** Astro-Venture, Astronomy Mission
 * Link: ** []
 * Description: ** Students are guided on an interactive space mission. They are advised by real-life astronomers and astronauts. Students are able to make predictions about star systems and how to navigate through space and test the predictions throughout their mission.
 * Grades: ** 3-6

Mike Weber
 * Standard E**
 * Title**: Star Walk
 * Link**: Search "Star Walk" in app store
 * Description:** This is an Application for Ipad or Iphone. “Star Walk is a stellar augmented reality app that labels all the stars, constellations, and satellites you point your device at.” You could use this in many different ways in the classroom.
 * Grades**: 3-8

Siggy Spelter
 * Title:** Astronomy for Kids
 * Link**: http://www.kidsastronomy.com/index.htm
 * Description**: A site that gives a broad overview of our solar system. Contains graphics and videos as well as texts describing many of the celestial bodies in our solar system. This site would be great if you have a smart board in your classroom!
 * Grades:** K-6

Sara Kowle
 * Title:** Vibrant Volcanoes
 * Link: @http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/lessons/vibrant-volcanoes/lesson-overview/5159/**
 * Description:** This is a very engaging lesson plan that helps students understand aspects of the earth's structure and plate tectonics as well as how volcanoes work and what the effects on the surrounding landscape are after a volcano. Chemistry can also be touched on here via discussions about the different states of matter in the earth. This is a content- and differentiation-rich lesson plan with links to all kinds of great visual aids and video clips, activity pages, and student organizers. Very well done and comprehensive (and free!).
 * Grades:** 2-4

Michelle Sasse
 * Title:** Earth and Space Science
 * Link: []**
 * Description:** This website offers interactive tools for students of all ages. Each link offers age appropriate tools that allow students to experience earth and space first hand. Students can interact with each link to understand how earth and space affect them personally as well as the changes our universe makes. There are also resources for teachers, including video clips.
 * Grade:** K-12