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Global Johnny Appleseed Project

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Description: What if every school in the world planted at least two trees? This new project contains curriculum connections and project ideas for an interdisciplinary, project-based unit based on Johnny Appleseed. It is not just for young children; here you will find many projects and curriculum connections for students in grades K-12 and beyond.<br /><br />Also see the <a href="http://www.21stCenturySchools.com/Fall_Unit_Themes.htm" target="new">Fall Unit Themes</a> page on the Web site for 21st Century Schools for more related curriculum projects.
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HEAL Utah

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Description: This nonprofit organization works to protect the health of Utahns from nuclear and toxic waste.
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Location: Utah
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Urban Environment Report

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Description: The Web site earthdaynetwork asks, "How green is your city compared to others?
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Topic: Air/Climate
Grade: Middle (6-8)

Glossopedia

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Description: A free, online "Encyclopedia of Life" for kids 7-12, full of facts, riddles, videos, photos, and learning activities, plus articles and related educator guides for teachers in grades 3-5.
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Grade: Elementary (K-5)

The GLOBE Program

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Description: The GLOBE Program is a hands on scientific research based program that teaches students how to protect the environment by studying it.
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Grade:
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