Story.Earth is a free educational website that brings Earth system science alive through stunning visualizations, easy-to-use interactive tools, and media-rich classroom resources. By engaging with maps and globes, students learn core scientific concepts and develop critical thinking, inquiry, and analysis skills that are vital for their future roles as informed citizens and stewards of the planet.

Story.Earth makes Earth system science accessible and meaningful with beautiful visualizations, interactive maps and globes, and NGSS-aligned lesson plans. Students explore real-world data, analyze patterns of change, and develop solutions for a sustainable future. Perfect for inspiring a global perspective and making connections across disciplines.

RESOURCES AT A GLANCE

• 180 Earth system visualizations

• 36 short, engaging videos that highlight patterns of change

• 12 standards-aligned learning activities

• 100+ teaching and learning resources

• 4 interactive digital maps and globes

• 360 text and audio captions for interpretation and accessibility

• 12 Dymaxion World Maps that encourage spatial thinking

• 7 visual models and frameworks for systems thinking

• 36 visual glossary terms to build vocabulary

• 6 Data Talks to grow data literacy

• 2 fold-up icosahedron globes for hands-on, tactile learning

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