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Canku
Ota
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(Many
Paths)
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An
Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America
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September
6, 2003 - Issue
95
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Favorite
Sites
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collected
by Paul and Vicki
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Coral
reefs are bustling underwater communities inhabited by thousands
of species of animals and plants. Often mistaken for rocks
or plants, coral is actually the limestone skeleton of a tiny
spineless animal called a coral polyp. Coral reefs are mostly
found in shallow tropical water, and are among the world's
most endangered ecosystems. Today's tour explores why coral
reefs are so important, and how we can protect them.
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Things You Can Do To Save Coral Reefs
In the United States, the Department
of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA) is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the health
of domestic coral reefs. But all of us can help, even if we
don't live near a coral reef. To that end, NOAA offers twenty-five
reef-saving activities ("Become a member of your local
aquarium or zoo.") that will spur your own reef conservation
ideas.
http://www.yoto98.noaa.gov/books/reefs/reef1.htm
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Coral
Reef Photobank
If you're in need of royalty-free coral
reef snapshots for a school report (or any other non-commercial
use) it's Coral Reef Photobank to the rescue. Click on any
of the thumbnails in the geographically-organized gallery
to view the annotation and copyright instructions (for example,
most require a credit to the photographer.) After perusing
the photos, visit the rest of the Coral Reef Information Network.
Don't miss the printable PDF fact sheets listed under Tools
& Resources.
http://www.coralreef.org/resources/photobank.html
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Reef
Education Network
Reef Education Network from the University
of Queensland in Australia is my pick of the day. It's educational
but not boring, and kid-friendly but not simplistic. Best
clicks are the glossary and all the articles listed on the
Contents page. Oddly enough there aren't any activities listed
under Activities, but rather a feature on sharks. Free registration
will get you a virtual notebook for collecting favorite links
from around the site.
http://www.reef.edu.au/
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Welcome
to the Oneida Indian Nation
In Haudenosaunee country, not far from
the geographic center of New York State, a miracle is unfolding.
A community is being reborn and literally rebuilt; a culture
is being revitalized; and economic development and job opportunities
are growing at an unprecedented pace. This miracle is taking
place at the Oneida Indian Nation, a federally recognized
Nation of 1,100 Members which is located in Central New York.
http://www.oneida-nation.net/
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The
Oneida Nation - Proud and Progressive
The mission of the Oneidas is to sustain
a strong Oneida Nation by preserving our heritage through
the 7th generation. The Oneida Family will be strengthened
through the values of our Oneida Identity by providing housing,
promoting education, protecting the land, and preserving the
environment. Our Oneida Nation provides for the quality of
life where the people come together for the common good.
http://www.oneidanation.org/
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Mitchell
Prehistoric Indian Village
Welcome to the virtual tour of the Prehistoric
Indian Village. The village is part of an archeological dig
located near Mitchell, South Dakota. You can start the tour
at any time by clicking on the buffalo below. If you are a
teacher who is considering using this in a class, you may
wish to go to Teacher Helps first. Hope you enjoy the tour.
http://www.curriculum.k12.sd.us/ao006/
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STAR
Students And Teachers Against Racism
announces their new website that offers insight into the Native
American perspective to teachers and educators.
http://www.racismagainstindians.org/
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