Dewey 500-599
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
General Information
Eric Weisstein's World of Scientific Biography
Science News for Kids
How Stuff Works - "Learn How Everything Works." Search for information on just about anything on this site. Also connects you to Editor's Choice, Top Searches, and Helpful How-To Guides. Looking for a fun conversation starter? Scroll down to the bottom of the page click on the link for a "Fact of the Day."
Exploratorium
Cool Science
Science Links/Tutorials
Ology - The American Museum of Natural History's "ology" ("the study of") site offers a whimsical yet accurate look at various science areas such as astronomy, archaeology, genetics, hall of fame, Einstein. Each section contains a number of well developed learning activities.
Science Fair Project Resource Guide - Have a science project to do? This site from the Internet Public Library is for you.
Science News for Kids - Devoted to science news for children aged 9 to 14 sponsored by "Science News" magazine.
The Yuckiest Site on the Internet - Produced by Kidsdiscovery.com and the Discovery Channel this fun site has the kind of science experiments kids remember; Eyeball-O-Rama, Light Up Lifesavers, Mysterious Levitating Ping Pong Balls, etc. One link is to 'Your Gross & Cool Body Parts' in which kids follow Wendall the Worm to find out about such fascinating topics as hiccups, burping and dandruff.
Math
Education Place - Brain Teasers
Aplusmath
Cool Math 4 Kids
Math Arcade: Click on New to the Math Arcade? on the tops right then enter whether you are a boy or girl and then your grade to play fun math games. It won't even feel like learning.
Number Nut
Math Dictionary - It is current and covers age appropriate content. It is arranged alphabetically and has excellent graphics, illustrations, and diagrams, as well as interactive examples.
Space
Windows to the Universe
Kids Astronomy
Nine Planets
Cosmos4Kids: Learn about the Universe, Galaxies, Stars, Systems, the Solar System, and Exploration on this comprehensive site. There is also a Real World Examples page which links to explanations of the astronomical and space exploration worlds.
The Nine Planets for Kids - Includes easy-to-read but detailed information on the Sun, the Inner Planets, the Asteroid Belt, Comets, and the Outer Planets. Included are photos, movies, weblinks. Wonderful graphics.
NASA Multimedia/Image Gallery - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration website provides photographs, podcasts, videos, NASA TV, and interactive features relating to Earth, the planets, the universe, spacecrafts, and astronauts.
Windows to the Universe - Visually stunning and packed with information not just scientific but also historical, cultural, and artistic, this easy-to-use site with three levels of information (beginner, intermediate, advanced) is an excellent resource for astronomy, geology, physics, natural history and life sciences.
Physics
NASA's Site on Motion
Physics4Kids: Explore physics concepts such as Motion, Heat and Thermodynamics, Electricity and Magnatism, Light, and Modern Physics.
Energy
Chemistry
Radar's Chem4Kids
Periodic Table -Each chemical element contains a link to a page that explains its chemical properties, health effects, environmental effects, application data, an image and also information of the history/inventor of each element. A link to the history of the table of elements is also included.
Chemical Elements -An interactive guide to the Periodic Table of the Elements. Click on any element and retrieve data such as atomic number, melting and boiling points, color, crystal structure, and atomic structure.
Earth Science
Earthquakes for Kids: Covers topics like The Science of Earthquakes, Today in Earthquake History, Pictures of Earthquakes, Ask a Geologist, and so much more. Learn about earthquake safety and where people in the US experience the most earthquakes.
Volcano World
Amethyst Gallery's Mineral Gallery
Weather and Natural Resources
Rocks and Minerals
Conservation
Recycle City Game and Recycling Information
Dinosaurs
The Dinosaur Museum
Dinosaur Data and Fossil Facts: Combines games with facts to explore dinosaurs. Games include Name that Reptile and Jurassic Jumble. Fact finding pages include Dinosaur Bytes, Finding Fossils, and The Mystery of the Ankylosaur. There is also a link to Explore Fossil Mysteries.
Mother Goose Caboose- Dinosaurs
Dinobase
Biology
Ecosystems
Rainforests
Cells and Organisms
Life Cycle of a Jellyfish
Kids Genetics: Learn about genetics and DNA on this interactive site. Build DNA and protein and learn about genes, heredity, and diseases and medicine responses. There is also a Genetics Fun Facts link.
Plants
Plant Basics
Plants and Our Environment: "This web site is about plants. You will learn about how plants grow and the different parts of a plant. We will tell you how seeds travel and what bees do to help plants. At our web site, you will also learn about plants and their relationship with animals. Students and teachers, be sure to check out our page with plant activities."
Exploring the Secret Lives of Trees
Animals
Wonders of the Sea World Wildlife Federation Sea World Busch Gardens Animal Bytes- Look up animals from A-Z or by taxonomic classification. Includes photos, fast facts, scientific classification, and ecology and conservation issues. National Zoo: Learn and research animals from all over the world. Animal facts and colorful pictures are provided for a wide variety of animals. You can also learn more about conservation and how to protect animals from extinction and endangerment.
Eric Weisstein's World of Scientific Biography
Science News for Kids
How Stuff Works - "Learn How Everything Works." Search for information on just about anything on this site. Also connects you to Editor's Choice, Top Searches, and Helpful How-To Guides. Looking for a fun conversation starter? Scroll down to the bottom of the page click on the link for a "Fact of the Day."
Exploratorium
Cool Science
Science Links/Tutorials
Ology - The American Museum of Natural History's "ology" ("the study of") site offers a whimsical yet accurate look at various science areas such as astronomy, archaeology, genetics, hall of fame, Einstein. Each section contains a number of well developed learning activities.
Science Fair Project Resource Guide - Have a science project to do? This site from the Internet Public Library is for you.
Science News for Kids - Devoted to science news for children aged 9 to 14 sponsored by "Science News" magazine.
The Yuckiest Site on the Internet - Produced by Kidsdiscovery.com and the Discovery Channel this fun site has the kind of science experiments kids remember; Eyeball-O-Rama, Light Up Lifesavers, Mysterious Levitating Ping Pong Balls, etc. One link is to 'Your Gross & Cool Body Parts' in which kids follow Wendall the Worm to find out about such fascinating topics as hiccups, burping and dandruff.
Math
Education Place - Brain Teasers
Aplusmath
Cool Math 4 Kids
Math Arcade: Click on New to the Math Arcade? on the tops right then enter whether you are a boy or girl and then your grade to play fun math games. It won't even feel like learning.
Number Nut
Math Dictionary - It is current and covers age appropriate content. It is arranged alphabetically and has excellent graphics, illustrations, and diagrams, as well as interactive examples.
Space
Windows to the Universe
Kids Astronomy
Nine Planets
Cosmos4Kids: Learn about the Universe, Galaxies, Stars, Systems, the Solar System, and Exploration on this comprehensive site. There is also a Real World Examples page which links to explanations of the astronomical and space exploration worlds.
The Nine Planets for Kids - Includes easy-to-read but detailed information on the Sun, the Inner Planets, the Asteroid Belt, Comets, and the Outer Planets. Included are photos, movies, weblinks. Wonderful graphics.
NASA Multimedia/Image Gallery - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration website provides photographs, podcasts, videos, NASA TV, and interactive features relating to Earth, the planets, the universe, spacecrafts, and astronauts.
Windows to the Universe - Visually stunning and packed with information not just scientific but also historical, cultural, and artistic, this easy-to-use site with three levels of information (beginner, intermediate, advanced) is an excellent resource for astronomy, geology, physics, natural history and life sciences.
Physics
NASA's Site on Motion
Physics4Kids: Explore physics concepts such as Motion, Heat and Thermodynamics, Electricity and Magnatism, Light, and Modern Physics.
Energy
Chemistry
Radar's Chem4Kids
Periodic Table -Each chemical element contains a link to a page that explains its chemical properties, health effects, environmental effects, application data, an image and also information of the history/inventor of each element. A link to the history of the table of elements is also included.
Chemical Elements -An interactive guide to the Periodic Table of the Elements. Click on any element and retrieve data such as atomic number, melting and boiling points, color, crystal structure, and atomic structure.
Earth Science
Earthquakes for Kids: Covers topics like The Science of Earthquakes, Today in Earthquake History, Pictures of Earthquakes, Ask a Geologist, and so much more. Learn about earthquake safety and where people in the US experience the most earthquakes.
Volcano World
Amethyst Gallery's Mineral Gallery
Weather and Natural Resources
Rocks and Minerals
Conservation
Recycle City Game and Recycling Information
Dinosaurs
The Dinosaur Museum
Dinosaur Data and Fossil Facts: Combines games with facts to explore dinosaurs. Games include Name that Reptile and Jurassic Jumble. Fact finding pages include Dinosaur Bytes, Finding Fossils, and The Mystery of the Ankylosaur. There is also a link to Explore Fossil Mysteries.
Mother Goose Caboose- Dinosaurs
Dinobase
Biology
Ecosystems
Rainforests
Cells and Organisms
Life Cycle of a Jellyfish
Kids Genetics: Learn about genetics and DNA on this interactive site. Build DNA and protein and learn about genes, heredity, and diseases and medicine responses. There is also a Genetics Fun Facts link.
Plants
Plant Basics
Plants and Our Environment: "This web site is about plants. You will learn about how plants grow and the different parts of a plant. We will tell you how seeds travel and what bees do to help plants. At our web site, you will also learn about plants and their relationship with animals. Students and teachers, be sure to check out our page with plant activities."
Exploring the Secret Lives of Trees
Animals
Wonders of the Sea World Wildlife Federation Sea World Busch Gardens Animal Bytes- Look up animals from A-Z or by taxonomic classification. Includes photos, fast facts, scientific classification, and ecology and conservation issues. National Zoo: Learn and research animals from all over the world. Animal facts and colorful pictures are provided for a wide variety of animals. You can also learn more about conservation and how to protect animals from extinction and endangerment.