Science Resources: Guidance for Students and Teachers
Science extends beyond classrooms and laboratories; it surrounds us always. The Internet has a vast number of science resources covering the basics of science, scientific concepts and the latest advances in our knowledge of the world.
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Expand All Guide SectionsIntroduction to Science
Has it been a while since that chemistry class you took in high school? Looking for a site that will get your kids interested in science? These sites provide an introduction to science from a variety of disciplines, and help make learning science fun and easy for people of all ages.
Insights for an Introduction to Science
- Many children's science sites require the installation of media players. Before you let your child use one of them, review the sites and download the software in advance so that your child can enjoy the multimedia experience.
- Most of the sites on science for kids also have sections for parents and teachers; take a look at them if you're allowed a turn at the computer.
Top Sites for an Introduction to Science
TryScience
has interactive experiments, virtual field trips and problem-solving games. It covers many forms of science and applies scientific information to real-world challenges. Much of the site requires Shockwave, though many of the experiments can be printed and used at home.
Channel 4 Learning
has a Science Essentials site designed for kids ages 7-11. Explore the site's three sections: "choose life" (biology), "material world" (chemistry) and "get physical" (physics). Each topic within these sections has a short explanation, along with activities, FAQs, quizzes and a glossary.
U.S. Department of Education
has a site that parents can use with their kids to introduce science concepts. Use the arrows at the bottom of the page to scroll through this introductory tutorial.
Rader's 4Kids
science sites, despite the name, are quite useful for teens and adults. They feature simple but thorough tutorials on many specific topics. There are five distinct sites: astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science and physics. Look for links at the bottom of the page.
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