Educational Resources
Links to resources connected to the history of Antarctic exploration
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Scott Polar Research Institute picture library
The SPRI Picture Library houses one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of historical photographs of the Polar Regions.
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Royal Geographical Society
Dedicated to the development and promotion of geographical knowledge, the Society also has incredible images, including those of the early Antarctic explorers.
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LEARNZ
LEARNZ is a programme of free virtual field trips taking students to remote places including Antarctica. Requires teacher registration.
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Cool Antarctica
The A-Z of Antarctica with resources for school children.
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A.D.A.M
Antarctica New Zealand’s online photo archive contains 40,000 images documenting New Zealand’s presence on the ice since 1957.
New Zealand History
An online encyclopaedia entry on New Zealand’s involvement in Antarctic activities.
Science Learning
Information, resources and video links for teachers. Includes Nigel Latta’s introductions to scientists working in Antarctica.
Discovering Antarctica
Aimed at primary school children, this site explores various aspects of Antarctica. Produced in association with the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and the Royal Geographical Society.
Classroom Antarctica
An online teaching resource for primary school children, produced by the Australian Antarctic Division.