A very brief introduction to some major ecological concepts for people who are beginners and would like to get a general feel for what the science of ecology is about. It is meant to cover some of the broad aspects of ecology.

A brief review of how a marsh ecology program was used as a method for teaching high school students and their teachers how to conduct good science inquiry investigations.

This article provides an elementary overview of how energy moves through an ecosystem.

A brief article that describes the concept of an ecological pyramid. It also define the three types of pyramids.

The Decomposition Process - This article provides an elementary overview of how ecosystems recycle nutrients.

This article provides a general conceptual framework that can help to guide your thinking if you want to use a garden for teaching fundamental ecological concepts.

A short article that describes the ecological contributions of photosynthetic bacteria and protista in freshwater aquatic ecosystems.

A series of brief illustrated articles on New Jersey’s 8 species of owls.

          ✓ Snowy Owl
          ✓ Great Horned Owl
          ✓ Long-eared Owl
          ✓ Short-eared Owl
          ✓ Barn Owl
          ✓ Barred Owl
          ✓ Eastern Screech Owl
          ✓ Northern Saw-whet Owl

A brief, elementary description of the gray wolf, Canis lupus, reintroduction project that occurred in Yellowstone National Park in the mid 1990s. This summary is intended to serve as ancillary material for the Barn Owl pellet investigation described in the previous article.

K - 12 books and videos are reviewed for readability and scientific accuracy on the theme of food chains and food webs

K - 12 books and videos are reviewed for their readability and scientific accuracy on the theme of nutrient recycling.

An example of a research booklet used by elementary school students conducting research on forest ecology.

A Barn Owl pellet investigation that teaches students how to conduct good science inquiry.

This article recommends ways that you can enhance the educational experience of your students when you take a field trip to a zoo, aquarium or museum.

An article intended for teachers who would like to either set up an environmental club or revitalize an existing one.

An Annotated List of Some Good Websites: This article provides a summary of websites that offer free access to their digital image collection for educational use.