Rescue & recovery
20 Results
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Japan Earthquake: Robots Help
The earthquake that shook Japan in early March 2011 was an absolute tragedy and many survivors were left trapped under rumble and debris. These robots were deployed to help rescue tea…
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Boston Dynamics BIGDOG Robot
This robotic dog developed by Boston Dynamics in primarily geared towards miltary use. With the abilty to carry a heavy weight and walk on uneven ground, this robot will be very benef…
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Should Whales be Hunted or Watched?
Is your child interested in whales? Children can learn about the controversy surrounding whales and hunting!
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Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
The appreciation of the natural environment is very important at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Get inspired by nature through various exhibits, programs and special events offered throughout the year. Even learn about land conservation. Plan a visit today.
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Ruffner Mountain Nature Center
The Ruffner Mountain Nature Center aims to protect the Ruffner Mountain land as a place for animal and plant species. Bring your family to this pristine and educational place for all ages.
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Birmingham Southern Environmental Center
At the Southern Environmental Center, visitors are able to learn about conservation. Children will enjoy sliding down the environmental showcase Sewage pipe. There is even the nearby EcoScape visitors can enjoy.
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Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is a great place to view animals. Come enjoy an eduactional and fun day. Families will also learn about conservation as well as promoting green practices to help society.
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Recycling
Students will learn what it means to recycle and how to take part in saving the environment.
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Using and Saving Energy in Industry
Industries account for one-third of the country's energy usage. Learn about how each type of industry uses energy in this article.
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Air Pollution
Kids will examine the quality of the air they breath with this simple project! Using a filter, they can see what particles they breathe in.
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The Marine Mammal Center
On this website, your students can learn all about what makes an underwater creature a mammal, and everything that is being done to preserve them.
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Smallest Whale Shark Discovered-On a Leash
Chidren can learn about whale sharks. These gentle giants are not a danger to humans. Learn how scientists rescued a small whale shark.
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Biography: Monica Anderson
Learn about Monica Anderson, an assistant professor at the University of Arizona who specializes in search, rescue and reconnaissance applications for autonomous systems. She …
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Tornadoes Hit the Midwest
This article presents the news about a group of tornadoes that slammed the Midwest. It presents students with a current event and information about the actual twisters.
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Marine Mammal Response Manager
Read this article to learn about Edward Lyman and his work. Children and adults can get informed.
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Environmental Engineer
Enviornmental Engineers work with water systems. Children and adults can learn about their occupation through this article.
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PowerUp: The Game
Fossil fuels have been damaging the environment, much of the ecosystem is being destroyed, and people are dying. Students can build wind, sun, and solar power structures and clean up …
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Saving Energy
We use energy in many activities--transportation, air conditioning, lighting... the list can go on forever! However, each time we use energy, that means we could be damaging our en…
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Whales: Weirdest Baby Beluga Beached
In this video from National Geographic, your students can see (and hear) what happens when a baby Beluga whale is stranded on the shore.
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First Video of Rare Brightly Colored Seahorse
View this video of the West African Sea Horse. Also learn about the danger posed by humans to its existence.
