Even More - Free Internet Web Resources for the Classroom

 

All Subject Areas

http://www.wdl.org/en/

The World Digital Library offers free digitized treasures from around the globe.

www.stosselintheclassroom.org

Streaming Video and Teacher Guides from John Stossel for educators.

http://www.schoolforge.net/

A resource for educators looking for open-source software to use in classrooms and schools.

Hundreds of free software programs are compiled on the site.

http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createAgraph/default.aspx

This tool helps users make graphs.

http://www.watchknow.org/

More than 10,000 videos organized across 2,000 categories including math, science, computers and technology, and history.

http://flocabulary.com/

hip-hop songs for introducing vocabulary, literature, social studies, math, and science topics in an engaging way.

http://learninglaffs.blogspot.com/

Humor for Educators

http://www.cfaitc.org/index.php

Lesson plans in many subject areas on the topics of food and agriculture.

Science and Health Science

http://msichicago.org/online-science

Videos, activities and podcasts for all ages from the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago.

http://serc.carleton.edu/sp/process_of_science/index.html

This module address the following question: “What is the process of science.” 

http://www.lpi.usra.edu/education/

Lunar and Planetary Institute presents 25 webcasts, hands-on activities and supporting resources (such as PowerPoint presentations).

http://www.weather.com/multimedia/videoplayer.html?collection=257

A collection of full episodes and short clips from the Weather Channel series to make connections among climate, geography and history.

http://www.kenkenkikki.jp/e_index2.html

Featuring interactives, videos of construction vehicles in action and contains useful information and activities for students studying inventions, the physics of simple machines, and engineering.

http://www.teachersfirst.com/content/spectopics/swineflu.cfm

A collection of resources from leading hospitals and health associations on the topic of Swine Flu (H1N1).

http://www.keepourfoodsafe.org/

Information about food safety including articles on food safety issues, tips on avoiding foodborne illnesses and podcasts focusing on the different aspects of protecting our nation’s food supply.

http://egfi-k12.org/

Learn about the various kinds of engineering careers.

http://www.arcticclimatemodeling.com

Observing and forecasting, weather basics, and climate systems from the Arctic Climate Modeling Program.

http://www.amnh.org/sciencebulletins/

Videos from the American Museum of Natural History on various science topics.

http://geology.com/

Daily Earth Science news updates, articles, maps, a dictionary of Earth science terms and information on geosciences careers.

http://blogontheuniverse.org/

Dr. Jeff’s Blog on the Universe – learn about our amazing Earth.

http://www.nps.gov/ever/photosmultimedia/gladesglimpse.htm

Learn about the Florida Everglades in detail through four video podcasts.

http://www.nasa.gov/externalflash/nasacity/landing.htm

Take a video tour of the rooms of a house and various locations in NASA City to see how space exploration affects your daily life.

http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/publications/dvds_videos/seven_deadly_myths/index.htm

Seven Deadly Myths, produced in 2000 and hosted by former cover model, entrepreneur and smoking cessation advocate Christy Turlington, is a 17-minute closed captioned video that explores some of the common myths about smoking and empowers women to become or stay smoke-free.

http://www.astrosociety.org/education/family/resources/moonguide.html

A list of resources for helping students understand the Moon.  The guide covers scientists’ understanding of the Moon as a world, the appearance of the Moon in the skies, and tips for observing the Moon through binoculars or small telescopes.

http://www.sciencepostcards.com/

Eight postcard lessons to engage students in the topics of science.

www.Spie.org/lightinaction

Interactive experiments and simple animation to communicate basic principles about light.

http://nsquad.rice.edu/

Biological effects of alcohol through an online game.  Players join the N-SQUAD investigating an accident involving a drunk driver.

http://epod.usra.edu/

Earth Science Picture of the Day

http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/3d_resources/station_spacewalk_game.html

This game features simulations of actual extravehicular activities (EVAs) conducted by NASA astronauts on missions to provide power to the space station. The graphics used in this game are based on real NASA missions and incorporate 3D graphics used by the Agency.

http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/en/Outreach/alice_and_Bob_in_wonderland/Alice_and_bob_in_Wonderland/

60 second chalk cartoons posing science questions.

http://sciencehousefoundation.org/videoscience-experiments/

Watch films of science experiments with commentary and teaching tips.

Math

http://spacemath.gsfc.nasa.gov/

Teach students about astronomy and space science by using mathematics and real-world problems.

Art and Art History

http://www.nga.gov/education/classroom/

Lessons for teachers and interactive features for students with access to resources, exhibition-related materials and articles in all subject areas related to Art and Art History.

http://www.nga.gov/kids/

Adventures with Art - Interactive art that kids can make online which encourages artistic exploration and creativity.

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More - Free Internet Web Resources for the Science Classroom

Are you looking for MORE free, excellent, interactive science web resources to plan lessons, share with your students or provide enrichment materials?

We have compiled another list of Science Teacher Internet resources – check them out:

General Science

http://msichicago.org/online-science

Videos, activities and podcasts for all ages from the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago.

http://serc.carleton.edu/sp/process_of_science/index.html

Teaching the Process of science.
 

http://www.teensforplanetearth.org/

A social networking site for teens who want to protect our planet. Choose a project, connect with others, and make a difference.

Earth & Space Science

 

http://Readyclassroom.discoveryeducation.com/#/map

National preparedness map and videos on natural disasters.
 

http://fuelourfuturenow.com/

Explore alternative fuels and the science of engineering.
 
http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu/cms/learningresources/tabid/160/default.aspx
Space science resources for all age levels from the Center for Science Education at the University of California Berkeley Space Science Laboratory.

http://www.ucar.edu/learn/1.htm

Cycles of the Earth and Atmosphere module.

http://www.epa.gov/watersense/kids/index.htm

Information about how to save water and why it is important.
 

http://imaginemars.jpl.nasa.gov/index1.html

Students explore their home community and decide what cultural, scientific and artistic elements are important to a community's success. They discover the extreme martian environment and imagine what life might be like on the red planet. Finally, they create a project that artistically reflects their knowledge of Mars, understanding of community, and hopes for the future. Students share their finished project by posting it in the online gallery.
 

http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/topnav/materials/listbytype/Exploring.the.Moon.html

Earth and space science subjects include lunar geology and regolith, distance to the moon, Apollo landing sites and life support systems.
 

Biology / Life Science

 

http://www.botany.org/PlantTalkingPoints/

Tools for sharing ideas and concepts that highlight the role plants play in our lives, and in the world around us.
 

http://www.blueworldtv.com/

Bring the undersea world to the classroom via the Internet.

http://www.cdc.gov/rabiesandkids/

Students learn about rabies, transmission and spread.

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Free Internet Web Resources for the Science Classroom

Are you looking for free, excellent, interactive science web resources to plan lessons, share with your students or provide enrichment materials? 

We have compiled a list of Science Teacher Internet resources – check them out:


Science Links

http://www.factualtv.com/documentaries/science-and-technology

• A collection of videos and documentaries, news summaries, blogs, and other content on the topic of science and technology.
  

www.spie.org/lightinaction

• This video “Light in Action – Lasers, Cameras, and Other Cool Stuff” features the advancements in the science of light technology with simple animations.
  

http://dsc.discovery.com/earth/

• Discovery Earth is all about the science of our planet.
  

http://pbskids.org/dragonflytv/index.html

• Dragonfly TV’s goal is to get kids started on their own inquiry investigations. The activities are developed with the National Science Teachers Association. They're aligned with today's science standards, and they're ideal for the classroom or for after-school programs.
  

http://nsf.gov/news/special_reports/

• An online news resource highlighting scientific discovers. Recent topics include climate change, evolution, and seasonal weather patterns. The reports are available as interactive resources or text-only versions.

 
Biology & Life Science

http://www.outdoorbiology.com/

• An outdoor program that offers young people fun and challenging opportunities to investigate ecological relationships in their local environment. The 97 OBIS activities, which take youngsters outdoors to investigate biology and to increase their environmental awareness can be used together or individually.
  

www.wolf.org

• The International wolf Center’s website includes educational resources such as fun facts, a Wolf Watch cam, articles, wolf Quest web based game and curriculum for grades 4-12.
  

http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org

• In this site you will discover facts about our planet, its complex patterns of biomes, plants, and animals, and how climates ultimately determine the biomes of our Earth.
  

http://www.whatayear.org/

• This site highlights notable breakthroughs in biomedical research each month. A student worksheet and teacher guide is included for each breakthrough.
  

http://foodsafe.ucdavis.edu/html/music.html

• The Food Safety Music Website that features Dr. Carl Winter's hilarious and educational food safety music parodies.
  

http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/extrememammals/

• The American Museum of Natural History explores the world of unusual extinct and living mammals.
  

http://marinelife.noaa.gov/

• The media Library contains video clips and images of underwater treasures from the 14 marine sanctuaries managed by NOAA.
  

http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/darwin/home.jsp

• Evolution of Evolution - 150 Years of Darwin's "On the Origin of Species" includes videos and interactive time-line.

Earth & Space Science


http://www.scienceface.org/

• Watch the whole story of black holes in a series of 15 short interviews with famous scientists from all over the world, for whom black holes are their work and their passion.
  

http://passporttoknowledge.com/suntostars/ihy/

• The one-hour program, presented in six video segments, explores how explosive events on the Sun may impact satellites and disrupt modern global civilizations. Five video podcasts are also available.
  

http://eospso.gsfc.nasa.gov/

• This video production provides a brief introduction to Earth System Science and NASA’s role in observing and studying our changing planet.
  

http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/GOES-O/main/Education.html

• Data from the GOES (satellite) mission took images of Earth and helps to aid forecasters in monitoring trigger conditions for severe weather events. Lesson plans on weather mapping and forecasting, spacecraft design, cloud formation, and the water cycle.
  

http://nightsky.jpl.nasa.gov/download-list.cfm

• Ideas and activities for teaching students about the universe.
  

http://www.globalchange.gov/resources/educators/toolkit

• This kit was developed to aid educators in teaching how climate change is affecting our nation’s wildlife and public lands, and how everyone can become “climate stewards.”
  

http://www.eia.doe.gov/bookshelf/brochures/greenhouse/Chapter1.htm

• Greenhouse Gases, Climate Change and Energy down-loadable brochure and on-line information, graphs and images.

Physics

http://www.thephysicsfront.org/

• The Physics Front provides high quality resources for the teaching of physics and physical sciences courses.
  

http://www.mcrel.org/nanoleap/ps/

• The NanoLeap project represents an approach for teachers to introduce the exciting world of nanoscale science and technology to their classes by integrating interdisciplinary research with traditional science concepts. Materials available include teacher guides, PowerPoint presentations, and student journal sheets on topics of curious natural phenomenon such as adhesion, small size and scale, and weak atomic interactions

 

http://www.micron.com/students/

• Information for HS students on the topic of engineering. The site also features jokes, quizzes and interesting research updates.

 
 

Scientific Method Test Prep Questions

This is a 4 page document with various multiple choice and short answer questions on the topic of the scientific method.

This free document is a perfect solution for a Biology or Life Science teacher to use to create Test Prep materials, Quizzes, Tests, Exams, Review work, Homework, Bellwork, Extra Credit Assignments, Sub lessons, Mid-term Exams, Remedial and Tutoring Lessons.

Scientific Method Test Prep Questions

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Classification and Kingdoms Unit Lesson Bundle - 15 Files

This product includes the Classification and Kingdoms Unit Lesson Bundle - 15 Files.

Each topic contains a PowerPoint presentation, Notes Outline, Homework Assignment, Vocabulary, Lab Lessons, Quizzes, Test Prep Question Bundles, and a Unit Exam. In total, there are 2 PowerPoint Presentation Lesson Plans, 2 Smartboard Notebook Presentations, 2 Notes Outlines, 5 Homework Assignments, 2 Quizzes, and 2 Tests/Exams.

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Classification of Living Things PowerPoint Presentation
This presentation Lesson Plan has 9 slides on the following topics: Need for Classification, Basis for Classification, Modern System of Classification, Classification Standards, Subdivisions of Kingdoms, Carolus Linnaeus, Scientific Names.

Classification of Living Things PP Notebook for Smartboard
Classification of Living Things Notes Outline
Classification of Living Things Homework

Kingdoms and Domains PowerPoint Presentation
This presentation Lesson Plan has 30 slides on the following topics: Kingdoms of Life, 6 Kingdoms of Life, 3 Domains of Life, Domain Bacteria, Characteristics of Bacteria, Kinds of Bacteria, Domain Archaea, Characteristics of Archaebacteria, Kinds of Archaebacteria, Methanogens, Extremophiles, Nonextreme Archaebacteria, Domain Eukarya, Characteristics of Eukarya, Kinds of Eukarya, Kingdom and Domain Characteristics, Multicellularity, Colonies, Aggregations, True Multicellularity, Complex Multicellularity, Kingdom Protista, Kinds of Protists, Pseudopodia, Flagella, Double Shells, Photosynthetic Algae, Fungus-like, Spore-Forming, Kingdom Fungi, Kinds of Fungi, Zygomycetes, Basidiomycetes, Ascomycetes, Kingdom Plantae, Kinds of Plants, Nonvascular Plants, Seedless Vascular Plants, Nonflowering Seed Plants, Flowering Seed Plants, Kingdom Animalia, Kinds of Animals, Sponges, Cnidarians, Flatworms, Roundworms, Segmented Worms, Mollusks, Arthropods, Echinoderms, Invertebrate Chordates, Vertebrates.

Kingdoms and Domains PP Notebook for Smartboard
Kingdoms and Domains Notes Outline
Kingdoms Homework
Kingdoms and Domains HW 1
Kingdoms and Domains HW 2
Kingdoms and Domains HW 3
Kingdoms and Domains Quiz 1
Kingdoms and Domains Quiz 2
Classification and Kingdom Test
Classification Kingdoms Domain Exam

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