How Icebreakers Break Ice
http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-cp/history/Icebreakers.html
This site provides both pictorial and verbal explanations of how icebreaking ships are able to crush ice. Students who are new to the field of Polar Science will find this site very useful.
Naval Historical Center
http://www.history.navy.mil/branches/teach/ends/poles.htm
The Naval Historical Center in conjunction with the Navy Museum provides a brief background of the Navy’s travels to the polar regions. Additionally, educators may find the links to timelines, maps, and activities useful in the classroom.
PORT- Maritime Information Gateway
http://www.port.nmm.ac.uk/ROADS/subject-listing/trav.html
This travel and exploration directory provides a list of topics that educators may observe to determine what topics are most suitable in their classroom. Each topic provides an alternative title, the author, and a brief description of the article. It also provides a URL for educators and students to gain access to additional information.
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