How to Make Soil Models - Having a soil model in you classroom might be a fun and informative way to learn about the soil in your area. There are many
ways to create a model, ranging from the way professional soil scientists make them, to some simple methods to bring soil
profiles into the class. This site provides some options.
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Laboratory for Extraterrestrial Physics Education and Public Outreach - This conglomerate of information (compiled by scientists and non-scientists alike) is valuable for all, from elementary school age to adult. There are activities, links, projects, guides, glossaries, book lists, games, pictures and graphics, and in-depth studies, all in an easy-to-navigate format. The Current Events page is updated regularly to keep the readers aware of upcoming events at NASA, in the world community, and locally. It includes natural events, space events, and even man-made events with links and ideas for watching eclipses, launches, etc. Contact: Diana Taggart, web administrator, Laboratory for Extraterrestrial Physics Education and Public Outreach, Code 696.0, NASA/GSFC, Greenbelt, MD 20771 USA; Phone: 301-286-7424; FAX: 301-286-1468; email: taggart@lepvax.gsfc.nasa.gov
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Making Sense of the Weather: El Nino - El Nino is caused by warm surface water flowing from the
western pacific towards South America. This phenomenon
can cause severe weather, flooding and high tides on the
west coast of North and South America. Find out how El
Nino affects you and why it's important.
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