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Title: The Natural Inquirer - The World's Forests Edition
Description of Resource: The Natural Inquirer is a scientific journal for middle schoolers that contains information related to science education. The World's Forest Edition contains information related to forest ecology and forest management around the globe. It contains multiple inquireies for students, as well as educator lesson plans.
Author/Producer: The Natural Inquirer - USDA Forest Service
Topic Areas Covered: Forest Ecology, Forest Types, Forest Management, Carbon Sequestration
Type of Resource: Journal
For Grade Levels: 7-9
Publication Dates: 2008
Length: 44 pages
Cost: Free
Is It Available for Loan:  
Is Training Necessary: No
Language: English
Educational or Informational: Educational
Recommended Enhancements to Accompany This Resource:  
Geographic Location  
Notes:  
F.R.E.E. Network's Evaluation Criteria: AB
To Order This Resource Contact: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Address: U.S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Ave., S.W.
  Washington, DC 20250
Phone:  
Fax:  
E-Mail: AgSec@usda.gov
URL:

http://www.naturalinquirer.org/The-World's-Forests-i-13.html


Our Message and Evaluation Criteria:

A

Everything is made from natural resources and natural resources must come from somewhere.

B

The gathering and processing of all natural resources have environmental impacts.

C

Responsible production and use of wood - a renewable resource - is environmentally sound.