Yay! The Environment! Research!
You have learned how to complete a RAD Form and are ready to start research on your environmental issues topic.
Here are a few reminders:
- Fill out all three parts of your RAD form. Ask for help if you aren't sure what to do and make sure that you get all the notes you need from a source.
- Wherever you search, be sure you choose information that is written by EXPERTS, is UP-TO-DATE and is USEFUL. Make sure there is enough good information to make it worth your time to take notes. If there isn't much to use, find a different source.
- Start with recommended resources such as Databases (look at the list in the menu at the top), books from the library or other web sites that your teachers suggest.
- If a password is required for a database, look for the password list link under the Databases menu and the Resources menu. You will need to log on to Tarrier Apps to see all our database passwords. Print one out and keep it in your binder.
Here are a few good resources to use for information on your environmental issue topic:
Books:
Check the cart Ms. Harris brought to class OR search the library catalog for more.
Databases:
ACID RAIN:
National Geographic article on acid rain
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) information on acid rain (try the different links!)
DEFORESTATION:
National Geographic article on deforestation
Earth Observatory article on deforestation from NASA. Check out the links on the right!
WATER POLLUTION:
The City of Oceanside, CA's Clean Water Program information for kids
What's Up With Our Nation's Waters? from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
AIR POLLUTION:
National Geographic article on air pollution
AIR NOW information on air quality from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
OVERPOPULATION
Human Impact: Overpopulation from National Geographic. Look for the small links under the word "Overpopulation."
NOTE: This is a tricky topic; a lot of false, controversial and/or biased information can be found when searching the Internet. Stick to the recommended databases first and ask for help if you aren't sure if you should trust a source. :)
LANDFILLS/WASTE:
King County, WA Landfill Information for kids and More Information about Garbage
Basic Facts about Waste for kids from the Environmental Protection Agency