For Kids
ENVIRONMENT
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New Book of Popular Science »
Find in-depth articles on environmental topics, from water pollution to climate change to endangered species, in this science encyclopedia for students in grades six and up.
Helpful Websites
Chicago Center for Green TechnologyLearn about the different aspects of green technology, some facts about the environment and ways to cost-effectively improve your impact on the environment at the City’s Center for Green Technology.
Cool Kids for a Cool Climate
How many trees would need to be planted to offset your daily trip to school? Find out that and much more with other “Cool Kids” from around the world.
Earth Island Institute's New Leaders Initiative
Discover how you can get involved, get support and become a young environmental leader.
EcoKids
This Canadian site includes games and activities to help you learn about the environment and how you impact the Earth.
EPA Environmental Kids Club
The Environmental Protection Agency’s Kids Club includes everything from science experiments to coloring books for all ages. Join the club and get access to the “Members Only” club house!
Garfield Park Conservatory
Plan a visit to one of the nation’s largest conservatories, including the new Sugar from the Sun exhibit and the Elizabeth Morse Genius Children’s Garden, and it’s all FREE!
Kids Be Green
Take the “3R’s Most Extreme Challenge”, visit Vermi the Worm and get some tips on composting at this fun, interactive site sponsored by the Integrated Waste Management Board.
Living in the Greenhouse
Explore what affects the climate of the greenhouse we live in -- planet Earth.
Pew Center Global Warming Kids Page
Learn the basics of global warming and climate change and what you can do to help.
Time for Kids: Global Warming Special Report
This special report on global warming includes a question and answer section, games, news stories, ways to help and a place to share your thoughts on global warming.