Teacher Resources
Publications, Maps, and Information for Teachers
Geology and Grand County (MP-Q)
By: H. H. Doelling and others Grand County is located in the heart of the Colorado Plateaus physiographic province, ranks 9th in land area with 3,692 square miles with a population of only 8241, 20th out of 29 Utah counties...
$1.75
The Changing Bonneville Salt Flats (PI-106)
By: Jeremiah Bernau The Bonneville Salt Flats in western Utah are renowned worldwide for hosting land-speed racing events. They are easily accessible from Interstate 80 and are managed by the Bureau of Land Management. This distinct landscape spans approximately 5 miles...
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Shallow Groundwaer Hazard in Utah (PI-105)
By: Jessica J. Castleton Flooding can occur not only from surface water, such as from rivers and streams, but also through shallow groundwater. In developed areas, problems can occur when groundwater is within about 10 feet of the ground surface. Shallow...
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Animal Kingdom Educational Classroom Poster
Dazzle your classroom with this Animal Kingdom Poster! Perfect for showing off your taxonomy skills, it'll make a delightful addition to any educational space. And it might even bring a smile to the faces of your students - wild! Featuring...
$15.95
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The Earth's Fractured Surface
National Geographic brings to you the Earth's Fractured Surface. Learn about Plate Tectonics and the theory of Continental Drift with this Tectonic Map of the World. Known the world over for their detail and accuracy, National Geographic Maps set the...
$10.99
Earthquake fault map of a portion of Tooele County, Utah (PI-84)
By: UGS Staff This map shows the location of faults in Tooele Valley, between the Oquirrh Mountains and the Stansbury Mountains. Back side of map includes information on faults, effects of surface fault rupture, when and where surface rupture is...
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Earthquake fault map of a portion of Cache County, Utah (PI-83)
By: UGS Staff This map shows the location of faults in Cache Valley, between the Bear River Range to the east and the Cache County line to the west. Back side of map includes information on faults, effects of surface...
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Great Salt Lake information sheet (PI-8)
By: J. W. Gwynn This one page information sheet gives basic information concerning the Great Salt Lake. Information includes: low level on record, high level on record, freshwater sources, salt content, islands, and more. Other Information: Published: 1990 (updated 1998)...
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St. George dinosaur tracksite (PI-78)
By: UGS Staff The St. George Dinosaur Trackside, a world-class dinosaur trackside, was discovered in February 200 about one mile east of downtown St. George in southwestern Utah. This two-sided handout gives information about the ancient environment, how the tracks...
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Geologic resources of Salt Lake County, Utah (PI-5)
By: S. N. Eldredge and C. M. Wilkerson This brochure is an introduction to Salt Lake County's geologic resources and the important role they play in our economy and everyday lives. Understanding the dynamic forces that form geologic resources and...
$3.50
Geothermal resources map of Utah (PI-4)
By: UGS Staff This simplified map shows the location of geothermal areas throughout the state of Utah. Known geothermal areas are shown in dark green, while areas that are favorable for discovery are also identified. This map is perfect for...
$3.00
Earthquake fault map of a portion of Salt Lake County, Utah
By: UGS Staff This map shows the location of faults in Salt Lake County. Back side of map includes information on faults, effects of surface fault rupture, when and where surface rupture is likely to occur, and what can be...
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Earthquake fault map of a portion of Utah County, Utah (PI-11)
By: UGS Staff This map shows the location of faults in Utah County. Back side of map includes information on faults, effects of surface fault rupture, when and where surface rupture is likely to occur, and what can be done...
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Earthquake fault map of a portion of Weber County, Utah (PI-1)
By: UGS Staff This map shows the location of faults in Weber County. Back side of map includes information on faults, effects of surface fault rupture, when and where surface rupture is likely to occur, and what can be done...
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Places with hazards; a teacher's handbook on natural hazards in Utah: The radon hazard in Utah (OFR-211D)
By: S. N. Eldredge The Places with Hazards curriculum was developed for secondary-level earth science teachers as a means of preparing students to live more safely in a world that can pose problems from natural hazards. Students should be able...
$2.75
Places with hazards; a teacher's handbook on natural hazards in Utah: Problem soil and rock in Utah (OFR-211C)
By: S. N. Eldredge The Places with Hazards curriculum was developed for secondary-level earth science teachers as a means of preparing students to live more safely in a world that can pose problems from natural hazards. Students should be able...
$1.75
Places with hazards; a teacher's handbook on natural hazards in Utah: Slope failures in Utah (OFR-211B)
By: S. N. Eldredge The Places with Hazards curriculum was developed for secondary-level earth science teachers as a means of preparing students to live more safely in a world that can pose problems from natural hazards. Students should be able...
$3.70
Places with hazards; a teacher's handbook on natural hazards in Utah: The earthquake hazard in Utah (OFR-211A)
By: S. N. Eldredge The Places with Hazards curriculum was developed for secondary-level earth science teachers as a means of preparing students to live more safely in a world that can pose problems from natural hazards. Students should be able...
$6.80
A Salt Lake Valley field trip guide for educators teaching 8th grade earth science (OFR-200)
By: G. Bemis The purpose of this guide is to provide educators in the Salt Lake Valley with a tool to enhance the teachings of 8th grade earth science. Teachers with a minimal earth science background can use this guide...
$4.00
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National Science Teachers Association Great Salt Lake field trip (OFR-112)
By: J. W. Gwynn This publication details a field trip led by J. W. Gwynn on September 24, 1987. The publication describes the geology, geography, mineralogy, hydrology, and history of the Great Salt Lake. Information about hazards related to the...
$3.40
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The Great Salt Lake, Utah (MP J)
By: W. L. Stokes Unlike most large lakes the Great Salt Lake is named for what it truly is – it is great and salty. It is also notable for other reasons. Viewed from space it is an unmistakable landmark...
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Geologic resources of Box Elder County, Utah (MP 89-3)
By: S. N. Eldredge, M. H. Bugden, and C. M. Wilkerson This brochure is a basic introduction to Box Elder County's geologic resources and the role they play in our economy and everyday lives. To recognize their existence and realize...
$3.25