Why is it colder in the winter even though the Earth is closer to the Sun?
Hands-on Activities
Learn why we have seasons in this hands on activity.
What is Ocean Warming and Why Does It Matter?
STEM Explained
Oceans absorb the greatest amount of solar radiation on Earth. Ocean warming can lead to glaciers melting and ocean acidification.
What is the Greenhouse Effect?
Hands-on Activities
Explore the greenhouse effect and learn about the impacts it can have on the environment.
Tools: Thermometers
Picture Collections
6 images of some instruments such as clinical and baking thermometers that have been designed to measure temperature for specific purposes
Tools: Weather Instruments
Picture Collections
15 images of various instruments such as rain gauges, wind vanes and weather satellites used to inform us about the weather
Trees: In Autumn
Picture Collections
10 images showing some scenes with coniferous and deciduous trees in the fall or autumn season
Trees: In Spring
Picture Collections
10 images of some coniferous and deciduous trees showing new growth in the spring season
Trees: In Summer
Picture Collections
9 images showing some scenes with coniferous and deciduous trees in the summer
Trees: In Winter
Picture Collections
10 images of various winter scenes showing some coniferous and deciduous trees in snowy conditions
The Water Cycle
Picture Collections
1 diagram illustrating the water cycle
Careers: Climatologist
Picture Collections
5 images of some work related to the scientific study of climate such as using instruments to measure changes in climates