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Science Projects
 Websites presented in alphabetical order At Home Astronomy: Hands-On Science Experiments for the Whole Family 
 Collection of illustrated instructions for science experiments related to astronomy. Topics include understanding shadows, verifying the size and location of the sun, building a model lunar settlement, demonstrating the principles of rocketry, and making an astrolabe and model of the solar system. Includes links to related sites. From the Center for Science Education, Space Sciences Laboratory, University of California, Berkeley. http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu/AtHomeAstronomy/ Topics: Astronomy, Science Last updated Jul 24, 2006 Beakman's Electric Motor
Provides instructions for building a "working electric motor" from simple materials, including batteries, rubber bands, and paper clips. Features a troubleshooting guide. http://fly.hiwaay.net/~palmer/motor.html Topics: Science, Science Last updated Jul 4, 2004 California Science Center Fun Lab
"Here's your chance to experience a world of science through awesome online games and hands-on activities you can do at home." Each of the games is inspired by an exhibit in the Science Center. Game topics include germs, air and space, and animal habitats. "After you play, follow the links to the exhibit section of the site to learn more." From the California Science Center, a science museum in Los Angeles. http://www.californiasciencecenter.org/FunLab/DoItYourself/DoItYourself.php Topics: Lesson Plans, Science Last updated Oct 19, 2004 Energy Quest
This interactive site is intended to teach an "'energy ethic' to conserve finite resources." Educational resources feature science projects, energy-saving tips for children, a "How Things Work" section, brief biographies of energy pioneers, games, related links, and more. Includes resources for teachers and parents. Searchable. From the California Energy Commission. http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/ Topics: Energy, Internet Guides & Search Tools, Science, Technology Last updated Apr 24, 2005 Flights of Inspiration
This site presents a dynamic, online exhibit on early aviation. It examines "the challenge of flight, from the Wright brothers' first flight to the transatlantic flight of Alcock and Brown." Both famous flights are discussed in detail, with scanned images of original telegrams, notes, and plans. Hands-on activities are here, complete with explanations of the principles involved, to investigate the wonders of flying. Aimed at students aged 10-14, with a section especially for science teachers, this site, nevertheless, has something for everyone. http://www.fi.edu/flights/index.html Topics: K-12 Education, Science, Transportation Last updated Dec 10, 2000 Fun Science Gallery
A collection of instructions for scientific experiments and for making inexpensive scientific instruments. Projects include a telescope, microscopes, batteries, a sidereal indicator, and several other instruments. Links (some briefly annotated) to other sites for the amateur scientist are included. Also available in Italian. http://www.funsci.com/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated Jan 16, 2000 Intel Science Talent Search (STS)
STS "is America's oldest and most prestigious science research competition for high school seniors. Since 1942, ... Society for Science & the Public ... has provided a national stage for America's best and brightest young scientists to present original research to nationally recognized professional scientists." The site features information for students and teachers and descriptions of projects by finalists back to 1997/1998. http://sciserv.org/sts/ Topics: Science Last updated Mar 16, 2009 Math and Science Activities from Jefferson Lab
A collection of classroom resources in the areas of science and math developed for sixth graders. There are Internet and paper-based games and puzzles, student activities including experiments, and reference resources. http://education.jlab.org/beamsactivity/ Topics: K-12 Education, Mathematics, Mysteries and More, Science Last updated Oct 14, 2000 The Math Forum
For mathematicians, math teachers, math students, and parents. Resources are broken down by grade level and type of math. Includes resources for mathematics education, a searchable and browsable library, and "Teacher Exchange," where teachers can find or contribute lesson plans. Math students may pose questions to "Dr. Math" (after first searching the archive and FAQ). From Drexel University. http://mathforum.org/ Topics: K-12 Education, Lesson Plans, Mathematics, Science Last updated Feb 28, 2004 Newton's Apple
Companion website to this educational public television program for children that covers science and technology topics such as animals and plants, astronomy, health and medicine, inventions, chemistry and food, and physics and sports. Features video clips, classroom guides and "Science Try Its" on arctic survival, Inca engineering, karate, sewer science, smiles, and many more topics. Also includes suggestions for science fair projects. From Twin Cities Public Television, Minnesota. http://www.newtonsapple.tv/ Topics: K-12 Education, Science Last updated Nov 14, 2007 Plans for Building a Sidewalk Telescope
This site provides plans for building a telescope using easily obtainable materials, such as plywood, cardboard tube, nails, sheet metal screws, and a phonograph record. Includes safety warnings on handling the mirrors needed for the telescope, sources for materials, and detailed step-by-step diagrams. Presented by John Dobson, amateur astronomer and founder of "Sidewalk Astronomers," a nonprofit organization dedicated to introducing the general public to stargazing. http://www.cdcc.sc.usp.br/cda/telescopios/tie-jpl-nasa/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated Jun 23, 2004 Science Fair Handbook
Written for instructors to provide "ideas, strategies, and techniques which will make a planned science fair a pleasant and enjoyable part of your classroom or school science program." It defines "science fair" and has suggestions on helping students choose a topic, lists of suggested topics for grades 2-8, forms, related articles, recipes, links, and more. http://www.eduplace.com/science/profdev/science_fair/ Topics: K-12 Education, Science, Science Last updated May 5, 2002 Science Fair Project Index
An index of experiments and projects in all areas of science and many areas of technology from books published in 1990 and later. The primary users are grades K-8 although there are some books intended for older users. It is searchable by general topic, keywords in the experiment, title and other bibliographic information, and grade level. Earlier editions were published in print format. From the Akron-Summit County (OH) Public Library. http://www.ascpl.lib.oh.us/scifair/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated Apr 15, 2002 Science Fair Project Resource Guide
Includes an annotated list of sites on how to do a science fair project, samples of completed projects, ideas for projects, general science resources, and a good explanation of the scientific method. Part of the KidSpace section of the Internet Public Library. http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace/projectguide/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated Oct 2, 2008 Science Toys
Illustrated instructions for science projects in fields such as magnetism, radio, thermodynamics, light and optics, and biology. Although most of the projects use common household items as the site claims, some will require additional tools or equipment (some of which the site offers for sale, but which should be easy to find at a hobby or electronics store). Searchable. From the author of a book on science projects. http://scitoys.com Topics: Hobbies, Science, Science Last updated Jan 5, 2005 Space Place
Designed for children, this site features "games, animations, projects, and fun facts about Earth, space and technology." Includes resources for teachers. Also available in Spanish. From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). http://spaceplace.nasa.gov/ Topics: Internet Guides & Search Tools, Science, Science Last updated Feb 13, 2006 Spike's Science Projects
A collection of over 400 science projects in the following categories: animals, astronomy, atoms, ecology, gases, liquids, meteorology, microorganisms, oceanography, plants, and solids. "The science projects on this site were written by a musician and philosopher, not a scientist." http://spikesworld.spike-jamie.com/science/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated Nov 4, 2003 State Science Fair
Lots of resources about and for science fair projects, general and by subject, links to other science fairs sites, history of previous science fairs, and more. Searchable. The final science fair of the academic year for students throughout the State of California in grades 7 - 12. Includes the results for previous California State Science Fairs. http://www.usc.edu/CSSF/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated May 5, 2002 Thinking Fountain
A network of science learning activities, ideas, and leading questions. Projects are grouped by topic (for example, mold) and/or connections (the relationship of mold and pencils). The A to Z index of ideas includes science and literature books that can be used to illustrate scientific principles. Searchable. From the Science Museum of Minnesota. http://www.thinkingfountain.org/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated Apr 14, 2007 |
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