Students research the causes of the extinction of Pleistocene mammals.  For this Pleistocene mammals lesson, students read essays to understand the Pleistocene epoch. Students write an essay about the personal impact of this...

Young scholars describe alternative theories for how the first humans came to the Americas, and explain evidence that supports or contradicts these theories. They examine the role of skepticism in scientific inquiries.

Students demonstrate visually Mankind's relative place on the earth's timeline. They familiarize themselves with the use of the metric system in measuring and producting a timeline.

How far have California's Channel islands moved? What was the rate of this movement? Class members first examine data that shows the age of the Hawaiian island chain and the average speed of the Pacific Plate. They then watch West...

Can you believe the gopher tortoise was around when the dinosaurs were walking the Earth. Learn all about this creature that is one of Florida's most popular reptiles. Hands-on-activities and a glossary full of scientific terms...

A map of the Hudson River Valley is exhibited here. Arrows representing glacial striations are spread across the map for learners to analyze. They answer five multiple choice questions in response. The worksheet is a compact review of...

High schoolers research a video and participate in a discussion.  In this watercraft lesson students review material and answer questions about what they learned. 

Students explain ways that humans migrated from Asia and settle in the Americas.  In this investigative lesson students participate in a brief archaeological demonstration and review what they learned. 

Young scholars study sinkholes and how they are associated with paleoamerican settlements.  In this underwater exploration  lesson plan students explain how sinkholes are formed.

Geology can be a lot of fun. Learners review geology related vocabulary, make flashcards, use encyclopedias to answer questions, then explore the formation of coal. They identify dates and order them into key time frames of geologic...

Overview of the Earth in the Pleistocene Epoch told by photos, news, and external links with an emphasis on what grew then, what lived then, the causes of mass extinction, types of fossils, and what life was like in general.

Article describing the Pleistocene Epoch, which lasted from 1.8 million to about 10,000 years ago. It discusses species that lived then (e.g., the mammoth), and the climate changes that took place at that time. (Published: May 8, 2010)

The UCMP Berkeley provides a brief overview of the Pleistocene Era, including links to more information.

This article is about the many mammals that became extinct in the late Pleistocene era. Many causes are considered and there are some great questions at the end for your consideration.

A good brief review with links to additional information and a clickable chart showing the subdivisions of the Pliocene Epoch.

What did Northern America look like 16,000 years ago? Were the plants the same? What happened to the mastodons and the saber-toothed cats? Here's a short website that is easy-to-understand and supplies at least some of the answers.

Three opposing views about the disappearance of the "megafauna" in North America. What really happened to the wooly mammoth, mastadon, saber-toothed tiger, among other animals?

A very comprehensive article about the ice-free corridor which was possibly the passageway for Paleoindians to enter North America. The discussion includes geology as well as anthropolpgy.

This site provides a general overview of the extinct deer species, the Irish Elk.

A look at what fossil evidence reveals about life and ecological interactions of the extinct dire wolf.

A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct mammoth.

A look at what fossil evidence tells us about the life and ecology of prehistoric giant ground sloths.

A brief look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and feeding habits of prehistoric American lions.

A detailed look at what fossil evidence unveils about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct American mastodon.