Earth and Space Science Resources
The background image is a composite of the Earth, as seen from space at night. 
It is a great representation of both population and energy use throughout the industrialized world

 




USGS- Water Cycle  
                                                                                                                                                       
        Hydrological cycle/distribution for the Earth.                                                                                                                                            
             Includes easy to use tabs for lesson planning.

Current US Wind Map
    Map of Current Wind Patterns across
           the United States.  It is useful for several
            meteorological lessons. 


Adopt a City
        This website has a great lesson for teaching about
            meteorology and weather.  It also helps students
            understand how weather can share similar characteristics,
             or differ, across various distances.
 

Teach-nology
    Teach-nology is for more than just science.  It is a great teacher
            resource site with lesson plans, rubrics, and more.  There are
            sections for the Arts, Social Studies, Math and so much more. 
            Check it out and see what you think.

Cloud Wheel
        If you are like me, clouds can be a bit overwhelming.  While
             I know the names of the various clouds, I still can't seem to
            identify them in the field.  This is a great PDF from NOAA
            that can help your students better identify cloud formations.


Teacher Vision
        Lesson material for various grades and topics. 
            This is a great place to find lesson plans and
            media for any classroom.  Be aware that
            membership is required.  However, there is a
            free trial so you can see if it is right for you.   
                                                                                                                                                                               

                                                                                                                                                                    

                                                                                                                                                 



Image Courtesy of NASA:  http://visibleearth.nasa.gov/