 |
Cro
Magnon Caves
Begin your journey under the Earth by visiting this wonderful site
created by Ms. Hos-McGrane's Grade 6 Social Studies Class. Learn
about Cro Magnon, take a virtual tour of cave paintings, and view
the beautiful projects created by the students. |
| |
|
 |
Cave
Wall Paintings
The Eastchester Middle School art class used computer software
to create their own cave paintings. An excellent look at how modern
technology can be used to help us understand the ancient world.
|
| |
|
 |
A
Virtual Tour Of Cave Paintings
Explore the art of the Cosquer Grotto in France, as well as the
cave paintings in Vallon-Pont d'Arc. What types of animals do you
think might be found represented in the artwork? |
| |
|
 |
All
About Caves
How are caves formed? Learn all about the different stages in
the development and formation of caves.
|
| |
|
|
National
Caves Directory
Curious
where to find caves in the United States? The National Caves Directory
offers a comprehensive list complete with an interactive map and
links to several of the caves in the US. |
| |
|
|
The
Underwater Caves Of El Jacinto Pat
Tour this site for exciting history in the making! Follow along
with the adventures of these cave diving aquanauts for breathtaking
photos and in depth descriptions of their explorations.
|
| |
|
|
The
Chauvet Pont d'Arc Cave
From the site: "On 17 January 1995, the Minister of Culture
and Francophony, Jacques Toubon, announced the exceptional archaeological
discovery of a decorated cave. It incorporates several very large
galleries that accommodate more than 400 paintings and engravings
dating to the Paleolithic era (between 32,000 and 30,000 years ago).
These works depict a unique and diverse menagerie among which rhinoceroses,
felines, bears, owls, and mammoths." A must see website! |
| |
|
|
The
Virtual Cave
Sit
back and prepare to let your mouse take you on a fantastic adventure
as you view some of the Earth's most unique mineral wonders. |
| |
|
|
Colossal
Cave's Virtual Tour
Enjoy
this cyber-spelunking adventure through Colossal Cave! |
| |
|
|
Cave
Of The Winds Kids' Page!
Learn
tons of cool things about caves, and have a splendid time doing
the many activities this site offers. Grow your own crystals, help
a bat find its way through a maze, learn caving terms, take a tour
of the cave, and much much more! |
| |
|
|
Caving
Knots
It
is always great to know how to tie a few knots. Well this page will
have you tied up for hours learning some of these very challenging
knots.
|
| |
|
|
Caving
Glossary and Tips
Caving
has its own terms and rules. The Kentucky Caverns' site helps you
learn the ins and outs. |
| |
|
|
Create
Your Own Cave Painting
Would
you like to start your own collection of cave paintings? We want
the ones in the caves to remain undamaged and preserved forever
so that others can enjoy their beauty and learn about ancient cultures.
So what is the solution? Make your own, using materials from around
your home! |
| |
|
|
A
Humorous Example Of Cave Painting
O.K.
you have learned a lot of technical stuff by now, and have probably
become pretty knowledgeable about caves, their early dwellers, and
cave paintings. See if you can identify this specimen. |
| |
|
|
Make
Your Own Stalactites
We
know that you probably don't live in a cave, but with the help of
an adult you can create stalactites at home. This page also offers
you some recipes for making other types of crystals and crystal
formations. |
| |
|
| |
|
| |
|
