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This site, part of Exploring Earth Investigation by McDougal Littell and TERC, examines the environmental impacts of both paper and plastic bags and answers the old question "paper or plastic?" These investigations "were designed to build students' knowledge of Earth Science concepts�and to raise student awareness of Earth as a system of interconnected components and processes." Here, visitors can find lessons on Earth's systems and the impacts of each decision, as well as how to research and make your argument once you have decided your answer. Many sections have illustrative images and interactive features, which help students, understand the topics presented, and the final section provides links to resources that will help students investigate this subject further. This is an excellent site for any Earth Science classroom as an introductory lecture or as an out-of-class exploration for students.

Disciplines:

• Social Sciences  / Geography