Educational Resources

Links to resources connected to the history of Antarctic exploration

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.

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.

LEARNZ

LEARNZ is a programme of free virtual field trips taking students to remote places including Antarctica. Requires teacher registration.

Cool Antarctica

The A-Z of Antarctica with resources for school children.

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.