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Government Sites
3D Files & Resources - NASA - (National Aeronautics and Space
Administration) - Find a growing collection of 3D models, textures, and images from inside NASA. All of these
resources are free to download and use.
Aeronautics and Space History -
(Smithsonian) - Exploring the history, science, and technology of aviation and space flight
Apollo 11: Walking On the Moon - What did it take to put a
man on the Moon? What were the dangers? Who were the Apollo 11 astronauts? How did they live in space?
Visit Walking on the Moon to experience the incredible Apollo 11 mission!
Astronaut Photography - Observing Earth's Systems
from Space - (Johnson Space Center) - Shuttle astronauts have made observations of the
Earth's surface and atmosphere, on a "target of opportunity" basis. The unique information gained from these
real-time observations is through astronaut photography from the ISS, called Crew Earth Observations3.
Astrophysics - Science @ NASA - Find out about space weather, different types of
astronomy and much more.
Dynamic Earth -
The National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, offers this really interactive and engaging site
to teach about science of the earth. The three main sections of the site include: Rocks at Earth's Surface,
Rocks Below Earth's Surface, and Mining.
Everyday Mysteries: Fun Science Facts - (Library of Congress) - Did you ever wonder why
a camel has a hump? If you can really tell the weather by listening to the chirp of a cricket? Or why our joints
make popping sounds? These questions deal with everyday phenomena that we often take for granted, but
each can be explained scientifically.
Human
Space Flight - (NASA) - Find out the latest news and information about the Space Shuttle, the
Space Station and much more.
ISS EarthKam - ISS
EarthKAM is a NASA sponsored program that provides stunning, high quality photographs of our planet taken
from the Space Shuttle and International Space Station. ISS EarthKAM students have taken thousands of
photographs of Earth by using the world wide web to direct a digital camera on select space flights and
currently on the International Space Station.
JPL Education for Students - Jet Propulsion Laboratory - (NASA) - Do you
like math, science and robotics? JPL's Education Office provides information on ways to pursue these
interests.
Just For Kids - Johnson Space Center - This site has great links such
as sending your name to Mars, living in space, and becoming a virtual astronaut.
Living in
Space - Do you think you would like to be an astronaut? Check out how astronauts what
astronauts eat, what they wear, and how they sleep.
NASA - Kids' Page - Games, stories, activities, and space news for kids.
NASA Science For
Kids - NASA brings you an exciting way to look at our Sun and Earth, our solar system and the
universe beyond.
NASA Video Gallery - (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) - View videos
online from the 50th Anniversary celebration to Buzz Lightyear to the landing of the space shuttle.
NASA's Interactive Features - (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) -
Download images, podcasts, and video clips as well access interactive online features.
NASA's Page for Students (Grades 5-8) - (National Aeronautics
and Space Administration) - At this cool site you can learn about the latest Student Features and Student News
happening at NASA!
Night Sky
Network - NASA - (Jet Propulsion Laboratory) - A nationwide group of amateur astronomy clubs
bringing the science, technology, and inspiration of NASA's missions to you.
NOAA Photo
Library - (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) - This collection includes thousands
of weather and space images, hundreds of images of our shores and coastal seas, and thousands of marine
species images ranging from the great whales to the most minute plankton.
Rocket Science 101 - NASA has created this elegant and visually
stimulating demonstration website that allows you the opportunity to learn how two different types of rockets
(the Delta II and the Atlas V) are constructed.
Satellites and Space - NOAA Education - (National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration) - Explore space with these fun and informative links.
Sky Watch
2.0 - (NASA) - Want to know when a spacecraft will be flying over your city? You can find out
here.
Solar System Exploration Kids Page - Our solar system is made up of a star - the Sun -
nine planets, more than 130 moons and a bunch of comets, asteroids and other space rocks. Learn all about
the other planets.
Stars and
Galaxies - NASA - (Jet Propulsion Laboratory) - Find out about current space missions and the
new world atlas.
Studying the Sun in 3-D - (National Aeronautics and Space
Administration) - Solar TErrestrial RElations Observatory (STEREO) satellites have provided the first three-
dimensional images of the sun. For the first time, scientists will be able to see structures in the sun's
atmosphere in three dimensions. The new view will greatly aid scientists' ability to understand solar physics
and there by improve space weather forecasting. This web page contains 3-D anaglyph video and images.
Women of
NASA - (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) - There are many math, science, and
technology careers for women at NASA. At this interesting site you can take the NASA quest and read profiles
of NASA experts about their work days.
Other Resources
Amazing
Space - Learn about the Hubble Telescope and see some really awesome pictures.
Beautiful Science: Ideas That Changed The World - Highlights
four areas for visitors to explore: astronomy, natural history, medicine, and light. A gallery on each focuses on
the changing role of science over time, particularly the astonishing leaps in imagination made by scientists
over the years and the importance of written works in communicating those ideas.
Capture the
Cosmos - Learn about black holes, comets & asteroids, galaxies, gravity, and more.
e.encyclopedia -
e.encyclopedia combines the best of a traditional encyclopedia with an extra digital dimension. It guides the
reader to the most helpful, appropriate and amazing sites the web has to offer.
Education - National Geographic - Check out this page for information, or search
One-Stop Research for pictures, articles, maps, and more on subjects like animals, history and science -
perfect for reports, presentations, and more!
EurekAlert! Science News and Resources for Kids - The EurekAlert!
Science for Kids Portal is a central, online source for kid-friendly news and resources.
Fantastic Voyages Quiz - Over the years, many authors have
written stories of journeys to the Moon. But which were really possible? Take our quiz hosted by Sir Patrick
Moore. (Flash required)
Greatest Engineering Achievments of the 20th Century - How many of the 20th
century's greatest engineering achievements will you use today? A car? Computer? Telephone? Explore this
list of the top 20 achievements.
HubbleSite - Explore Astronomy - Check out Hubble podcasts, take an interactive
quiz and see the universe through the lens of the Hubble telescope.
Hubblesite: Black Holes - Black holes are places where ordinary gravity has
become so extreme that it overwhelms all other forces in the Universe. Once inside, nothing can escape a
black hole's gravity, not even light. This is as close as you'll ever get to one. So come explore!
Is There Life in the Solar System? - Over the next few years, space probes will
be visiting alien worlds looking for life. Our first contact with extraterrestrials could be just around the corner.
Learn more about the search for life in the solar system.
Learning Adventures - Browse through and learn some amazing science facts! Find
out about the Woolly Mammoth, oceans, Cleopatra's Palace
and much more!
Mars
Millennium Project - Take a journey of inspiration and discovery as you explore Mars through
answers to questions asked of artists, scientists, engineers, and astronauts.
Planetary
Society For Kids - The Society is a nonprofit space interest group on that encourages spacefaring
nations to explore other worlds. They provide information and support educational activities about the
exploration of the solar system.
Science - New York Times - Explore science in depth or search by subject. Also view
slideshows.
Solar System -
BBC - Visit this site to experience an amazing variety of worlds; run the gauntlet of floating rocks
and boulders in the asteroid belt; and encounter the icy comets that wander through the outer Solar System.
Solar System Jigsaw - Build the Solar System, from planets to
space probes.
Space and Astronomy - Science News for Kids - Check out
these very cool and interesting articles.
Space Day - The goal of
Space Day is to advance science, math, and technology education and to inspire young people to realize the
vision of our space pioneers.
Space-Age Living - Learn about the international space station - what is it, who built
it, why it is being built and more.
Star Parties: Discovering the Night Sky - Star parties are
gatherings where professional and amateur astronomers set up their telescopes and invite people to come
learn about the night sky.
The WHY Files - The Why
Files cover issues of science, health, environment and technology from a unique perspective. Using news and
current events as a springboard to explore science and the larger issues it raises, we hope to show science
as a human enterprise and a way of looking at the world.
Virtual
Astronaut - Learn all about being an astronaut.
Windows to the
Universe - Learn about our planet, solar system and our universe. Don't forget to check out the
games and puzzles.
Yahooligans - Study
Zone - Yahooligans! is a browsable, searchable directory of Internet sites for kids. Games,
Sports and News pages, Movies, Animals, Science and Dinosaurs, a Reference section and lots more.
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