Academy of Achievement: Hall of Science
Individuals
in science who have shaped the twentieth century by their
accomplishments. Through interviews with Academy inductees, we believe
that these great achievers can motivate and educate others by serving as
inspiring role models for us all.
Animal Planet
online
companion to the Discovery network's new 24 hour channel that brings
people of all ages together for entertainment that celebrates our
fascination and passion for animals
Bad Science
devoted
to clearing misconceptions about science...explains well understood
phenomena which are persistently presented incorrectly by teachers and
writers
Baton Rouge Astronomical Observatory
includes
info on how teachers in the area can begin to participate in
astronomical activities in conjunction with the observatory
The Biology Project
An
interactive online resource for learning biology developed at The
University of Arizona. The Biology Project is fun, richly illustrated,
and tested on 1000s of students. It has been designed for biology
students at the college and high school level...
Cells Alive!
video microscopy of living cells, bacteria, parasites, and pharmaceutical effects, plus 3D biological animation
Center for Disease Control
latest health and safety information available
Chem4Kids
a chemistry site for kids - learn about Matter, Atoms, Elements, Math, Reactions
CPEP: Contemporary Physics Education Project
Non-profit
organization of teachers, educators, and physicists. CPEP materials,
(charts, software, text, web resources) present the current
understanding of the fundamental nature of matter and energy.
Dan's Wild Wild Weather Page
interactive weather page for kids with a special teacher's section
Dinosaurs
an
exciting look at the prehistoric natural history of the world, achieved
by displaying the fossils of some of the largest terrestrial creatures
that ever lived
Dinosaurs for Kids
read all about dinosaurs and play interactive games
The Discovery Channel
online companion to the cable network -- articles, educator guides, software...
Earth and Moon Viewer
lets you choose a point in space from which to view the Earth, as it would 'actually' look
Earthquake Information
all about earthquakes from the US Geological Survey
Environmental Education Network
online articles and exhibits are a fun and easy way to learn about a variety of environmental topics
Electronic Zoo
all about animals
Energy Quest
Contains
projects, information, fun stuff. Don't miss the Energy Story, a
complete explanation of energy from geothermal to nuclear.
Exploratorium
visit the Learning Studio for the month's 10 coolest sites and a host of excellent online exhibits
FEMA for Kids
learn about what causes disasters, play games, and read stories from kids who have been through a disaster
Field Museum Web Site
online exhibits with teacher guides including a section on Sue, the world's largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex
Frank Potter's Science Gems
for
students, parents, teachers, scientists, engineers and mathematicians -
more than 14,000 Science Resources sorted by Category, Subcategory, and
Grade Level
Franklin Institute Science Museum
great collection of online exhibits, activities, and hot lists
Fusion Energy
overview of fusion, advantages of using it as well as research being conducted
Hands-On Technology Program
Science
experiments and other hands-on activities to help your K-8 students get
excited about learning. All of the activities are designed so that the
children can do them using every day, inexpensive materials. Many of the
pages are designed to be photocopied and used directly by your class.
How Stuff Works
A
great place to come to learn about how things work in the world around
you. Have you ever wondered how the engine in your car works, or what
gears do, or what makes the inside of your refrigerator cold?
Hurricanes: Online Meteorology Guide
purpose of the module is to introduce hurricanes and their associated features, where they develop and under what conditions
Imagine the Universe
A
discussion about our Universe... what we know about it, how it is
evolving, and the kinds of objects and phenomena it contains. Just as
importantly, we also discuss how scientists know what they know, what
mysteries remain, and how they might one day find the answers to these
questions.
InnerBody: Human Anatomy On-line
The
place for fun, interactive and educational views of the human body.
This program contains over one hundred illustrations of the human body
with animations and thousands of descriptive links. Java enabled -
requires Netscape 3.01 or later.
The JASON Project
Annual
scientific expedition which is the focus of an original curriculum
developed for grades 4 through 8. During the expedition, students can
take part in live, interactive programs which are broadcast.
Jet Propulsion Lab
JPL
spacecraft have visited all the known planets except Pluto. Offers
pictures and video as well as news and other information...
Last Word
Why is the sky blue? Why does hair turn gray? Hundreds of science trivia questions answered.
The Learning Channel
online
companion to the cable network -- offers engaging programs about
history, science, and world culture, and programs for pre-schoolers
Little Shop of Physics
a
collection of hands-on science experiments from Colorado State
University's outreach program that are designed to be used by students
at all grade levels, K-16
Meteorology: Online Guides
uses
multimedia technology and the dynamic capabilities of the web --
resources incorporate text, colorful diagrams, animations, computer
simulations, audio and video to introduce topics and concepts for a wide
variety of disciplines
Microbe Zoo
discover
the many worlds of hidden microbes in their environments - Dirt Land |
Animal Pavilion | Snack Bar | Space Adventure | WaterWorld
Museum of Unnatural Mystery
A
slightly bizarre, cyberspace, science museum for all ages. Are there
really flying saucers? What killed the dinosaurs? Is there something
ancient and alive in Loch Ness? The Museum takes a scientific look at
these and other questions. New addition is the Children's Reading Room
with stories to print and read for ages 3 - 9.
NASA
main NASA page with links to all its divisions
National Geographic
your ticket to National Geographic World, National Geographic Magazine, Traveler Magazine, the Map Machine, and more
National Inventors Hall of Fame
creative
genius of invention is showcased through exhibits and presentations
which allow visitors to experience the excitement of discovery,
creativity, and imagination
NSF (National Science Foundation)
independent U.S. government agency responsible for promoting science and engineering
Neuroscience for Kids
Created
for all students and teachers who would like to learn more about the
nervous system. Enjoy the activities and experiments on your way to
learning more about the brain and spinal cord.
NOVA Online
current feature plus a large listing of previous programs along with teacher information
Nutrition Explorations
the fun and easy way to learn about health and nutrition
Nye Labs Online (Bill Nye the Science Guy)
web site of the popular science program, includes demo of the day, news, links, goodies...
Observatory
NASA's
public access site for Earth and space data. Pictures of the Earth,
planets, stars, and other cool stuff, as well as the stories behind
those images.
Ocean Planet
online exhibit from the Smithsonian Institutes full of information and images about the ocean
Paleontology Without Walls
a unique exhibit of fossils and modern organisms from the University of California Museum of Paleontology
The Partnership for 21st Century Skills
In
collaboration with several content area organizations, the Partnership
for 21st Century Skills developed a series of ICT Literacy Maps
illustrating the intersection between Information and Communication
Technology (ICT) Literacy and core academic subjects
pH Factor
Resource
to help elementary and middle school teachers introduce acids and bases
to their students. Materials are organized using a conceptual framework
called the Seven E's: Excite, Explore, Explain, Expand, Extend,
Exchange, and Examine. Lesson plans, student activities, related
links...
Physics Tutorials
numerous online tutorials in the area of physics
Plant Database
A
single source of standardized information about plants, this database
focuses on vascular plants, mosses, liverworts, hornworts, and lichens
of the U.S. and its territories.
Rainforest Action Network Kids' Corner
information, activities, and resources on rain forests
Reeko's Mad Scientist Lab
Free science experiments for teachers, parents, and children of all ages. Protective goggles are required...
School Gardens
Gardens
are being integrated into the educational curriculum to teach children
not only about plants, nature, and the outdoors, but other subjects as
well. This site provides the information you need to establish a garden
at your school.
Science Fair Central
lots great ideas and tips for your science project
Science Fair Project Resource Guide
excellent resource page from the Internet Public Library that includes How To / Samples / Ideas / Magazines / Resources
Science for the Millennium
online
NCSA Expo focuses chiefly on astronomy and astrophysics, advanced
computation, and virtual environments, although later on we hope to
extend coverage to other areas of science and engineering
Science Hobbyist
science education, science projects, museum exhibits, misconceptions, "weird" science, home schooling, amateur science, and more
Science Learning Network
online
community of educators, students, schools, science museums and other
institutions demonstrating a new model for inquiry science education
Science Projects
links to science fair ideas and projects for kids from The Science Club
SeaWorld
animal information, teacher guides, video clips, career information...
Sport Science
the science of hockey, the physics of rock climbing, why balls bounce, how important feet are to sports performance, and more
SSEC Real-time Data
Global
leader in the analysis and distribution of geostationary satellite
data. This page presents browse-quality real-time pictures of global
weather.
StarChild
project dedicated to teaching young astronomers about space
Theater of Electricity
multimedia exhibit features 2 Van de Graaf generators and a complete course on static electricity
TIPTOP: The Internet Pilot to Physics
world's most comprehensive index to on-line physics resources
Tree of Life
a
project designed to contain information about the phylogenetic
relationships and characteristics of organisms, to illustrate the
diversity and unity of living organisms, and to link biological
information available on the Internet in the form of a phylogenetic
navigator
Volcano World
everything you ever wanted to know about volcanoes
Waksman Student Scholars
research
programs are designed for high-school and college students interested
in doing active scientific research at their own school or college, as
well as teachers who want to explore new educational resources
The Weather Dude
Weather
page especially for kids, parents and teachers from KSTW-TV weather
forecaster Nick Walker. Don't miss Musical Meteorology!
WebElements
the periodic tables on the World Wide Web, indexed and searchable
Why Files
Electronic
exploration of the science behind the news. Twice a month, we bring you
a new feature on the science (and math, engineering, and technology) of
everyday life. Our boundaries are broad -- from outer space to cellular
biology, from dinosaurs and dragon lizards to the statistics of
political polling.
Yuckiest Site on the Internet
Gross/Cool Body Sounds, Bug World, Worm World plus a Teacher Center