A collection of reference materials and magazines for the core curriculum areas of Literature, History, Biographies, Science and Social Studies. Grades 5 - 12.
Ebsco AnimalsEbsco Animals is a basic animal encyclopedia for grades 3 through 8.
This general science database includes biographies, diagrams, science experiments and a timeline. Grades 6 and up.
From arts and the humanities to social sciences, science and technology, this database meets research needs across all academic disciplines. Access scholarly journals, news magazines, and newspapers - many with full text and images.
A one-stop source for news and periodical articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health care, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology, and many general interest topics. Millions of full-text articles, many with images
Geared toward backyard astronomers, this site provides previews of current and upcoming issues, highlights sky events, and provides information, software, and links to astronomical resources. From the publishers of Astronomy magazine.
NASA:National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationAn aeronautics and space resource for teachers and students.
Nine PlanetsMulti-media tour of our solar system with an overview of the history, mythology, and current scientific knowledge of each of the planets and moons in our solar system.
Sky & Telescope SightsSky charts and celestial sights in the sky.
The Space RaceThe National Air & Space Museum’s history of the space race.
Contains brief information, including pictures, biology, habitat, history and status of endangered mammals worldwide.
Atlas of the Body: Anatomy and Medical IllustrationsBrowse this atlas of the human body by major section (brain, circulatory system, muscles, respiratory system, etc.), or by subsections such as the hand or skull. From the American Medical Association.
Biology Online: Information in the Life SciencesA searchable collection of tutorials on various subjects of biology. Includes an online dictionary and related annotated life and earth sciences sites.
Biology ProjectDesigned for high school and college biology students, this site has problem sets and tutorials in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Human Biology, Molecular Biology and more.
Biomes of the WorldBrief introduction to the plants, animals, location and description of world biomes
Grzimek's Animal Life EncyclopediaContains articles about animals found everywhere on the globe, detailing their life cycles, predators, food systems, overall ecology, etc.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Endangered Species ProgramCurrent information on endangered plants and wildlife and how we can help preserve them.
The World's BiomesKey facts on aquatic, desert, forest, grassland, and tundra biomes. Includes information on the importance of biome conservation and preservation.
Properties of organic and inorganic chemistry.
Chemdex Chemistry LinksSearchable directory of more than 7,000 chemistry related sites. Includes general chemistry, organizations, Web portals, biography, companies, chemists, software, standards, and more. Links included for elements and compounds.
Chemguide: Helping You to Understand ChemistryDesigned to help students understand concepts of chemistry. Topics include Atomic Structure and Bonding, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry, Organic Reaction Mechanisms, Instrumental analysis, and Chemistry Calculations. Written by a chemistry teacher, it "concentrates on the bits that textbooks tend to do too quickly."
General Chemistry Topic ReviewGeneral explanations to basic chemistry concepts.
Periodic Table of Elements (Los Alamos National Laboratory)Provides history, sources, properties and uses of elements. Resource for elementary, middle and high school students.
Browse a directory of thousands of mineral species, indexed by chemical composition, crystallography, optical and physical properties, by Dana’s New or Strunz Classification, or alphabetical list. Some mineral descriptions also include the name origin, environment, and habits. Site also has mineral resource links, some definitions, and photographs from author David Barthelmy’s collection. Searchable.
TheImage.comHundreds of pictures of minerals and some gemstones, mystery close-ups (guess what they are!), and explanations of digital photography and faceting from an enthusiast of "lapidary, microscopy, and the use of images." The photographs of minerals and gems are accompanied by scientific properties and miscellaneous information.
US Geological Survey Educational SitesTopics covered include geography, geology, biology, water, the environment and natural hazards.
This site aims to "help educate the public on major issues and to provide tools to help individuals take action in their own communities." Features news stories, audio and video clips, quizzes and polls, and in-depth features on topics such as green building and socially responsible investing.
Environmental Protection AgencyEPA news, programs, laws and regulations, environmental issues and more<.
Librarian's Internet Index : Science TopicsListing of web sites on all aspects of the environment including air, light, noise and water pollution, hazardous wastes, global warming, weather, etc.
ScorecardLocate polluting companies in your neighborhood, find information about the type of chemicals being released, and learn the health risks associated with those pollutants at this Environmental Defense Fund sponsored site.
A museum of science, art and human perception.
Librarian's Internet Index : Science TopicsAlphabetical Listing of the best science sites on the Web. Compiled by the staff of the Berkeley (California) Public Library.
A timeline (1896-1995) of significant events in the development of physics. Events and discoveries are also listed alphabetically, indexed by category (Cosmic, Human, Atomic, Living World, Technology, and Art) and searchable by keyword.
Center for the History of PhysicsThe history of modern physics and allied fields including astronomy, geophysics, and optics. The Exhibit Hall contains the discovery of the electron, Albert Einstein, Werner Heisenberg, Marie Curie and radioactivity, Sakharov and nuclear weapons, and others. From the American Institute of Physics.
The Physics ClassroomAn "online physics tutorial written for high school physics students." The Physics Tutorial teaches basic physics concepts. The animations of the Multimedia Physics Studio help to visualize and understand these concepts. Physics Help provides exercises for developing skills. Written by a high school science teacher.
Physics for BeginnersAn introduction to physics for the absolute beginner.
Information on the world's largest pre-college celebration of science.
How to Get StartedHere you will find information on how to started and complete a science fair project and/or paper as well as resources, forms, FAQs, sample projects, and awards. Appropriate for Middle School students.
Science Fair Project Resource GuideIncludes 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. From the KidSpace at the Internet Public Library.
Science Fair Project IdeasThis web site is designed to aid students in the most difficult aspect of their science fair experience; getting an idea. Features project ideas and information arranged by area of science.
Explains simply, with excellent diagrams or pictures, how many common appliances, machines, and technologies work. Also covers health, animals, and the home. Many have links to Web sites or related articles for further reading.
Librarian's Internet Index : ScienceAlphabetical Listing of the best technology sites on the Web. Compiled by the staff of the Berkeley (California) Public Library.
