Websites

=Websites= [|KidsAstronomy.com] Is an absolutely free astronomy resource designed to teach children about the exciting world of outer space. It is a great site to learn how modern day scientists are pushing the limits of space exploration every day. It is packed with games, activities, fun facts, and resources to help teachers, parents, and students of all ages reach out and touch our universe.

[|Edheads.org] This engaging interactive site teaches students about simple machines, the weather, knee surgery, and more through animated modules that are tied to state and national science standards. The site is easily navigated with links to the modules on the left side of the main page and navigation through the interactive modules is intuitive. Flash Player is required and can be downloaded for free at the site. The Teachers’ Guide offers tips for using the site, printable activities to be used in class, and a listing of state and national standards that are addressed in the modules. Included is a link to interesting people to help students learn about professions and career choices, lesson plans and glossaries of terms for each module.

[|Funbrain.com] This site has math, spelling, and creative writing games that double as interactive lessons. The games include graphics and illustrations. Each section allows students to start the game over, to switch levels, or to return to the home page to select another game.