Earth and Space Systems: Grade 2 - Air and Water in the Environment

1. demonstrate an awareness of the forms in which water and air are present in the environment, and describe ways in which living things are affected by water and air;
2. investigate the visible effects of air and water in the environment;
3. describe ways in which clean air and water are vital for meeting the needs of humans and other living things.

Site Name	Online	O.E.	Description
The Green Lane		1,2	An Environment Canada web page with current information about climate change, clean air, clean water, nature.
The Canadian Space Agency		1	The Canadian Space Agency site contains up to date information related to Canadian Space exploration. In particular, the Educator's Corner contains resource material, educational links and student activities
The Evergreen Foundation		1	Dedicated to reconnecting people with nature through the enhancement of healthy natural areas on school ground and in communities across Canada.
Rainforest Action Network		1	Neat site! Includes jungle drums and sounds and a kid’s corner.
Ontario Hydro		1	A comprehensive web page that includes much material about Hydro's power generation.
RADARSAT WWW Server		1	Canadian Space Agency -- Great Stuff!
Cool Site for Kids Only - Natural Resources Canada		1	This site contains games and information about Canada's natural resources, including images of Canada, maps , minerals, geological facts, and an opportunity to pose questions to experts.
Great Lakes Atlas - 3rd Edition		1	A good Great Lake resource.