Astronomy
Picture of the Day
Offers a different daily photograph or image of a feature of the universe,
with a brief explanation; contains archive of past images and educational
astronomy links
Campsite
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Ontario Parks website for teachers and students
Grades 2-6; contains information, interactive activities related to environmental
protection, plants, wildlife and Ontario's Provincial Parks; includes a teacher's
lesson plan database of activities and worksheets; also contains a Resource
Library
Canadian
Geographic
Provides 'snapshots' of selected locations across Canada, including geography,
history, points of interest, climate, wildlife, industry and leisure; largely
text with some pictures; scroll down the screen to access the 'Canadian Geographic
for Kids' link
Canadian
Hurricane Centre
Everything you wanted to know about hurricanes, including links to other hurricane
websites; includes a 'Just for Kids' section; English or French text
Canadian
Rockhound
An online magazine that teaches students about the three basic rock types,
how rocks and minerals are classified, and guidelines for becoming a collector
EcoKids
An interactive activity site related to nature and the environment; students
can 'play and learn', take an Ecokids Challenge and read interesting facts
and information; contains a Teacher and Parents reference section
eZone
An Ontario Ministry of the Environment's web-based initiative for
elementary school teachers and students, offering dynamic, practical and inspiring
information on environmental issues; download and order free posters, activity
pages and lesson plans that will help you teach your students how to respect
and protect the environment;
Endangered
Species in Endangered Spaces
Contains many lesson plans dealing with animal adaptations, endangered species,
etc.; also includes much information about various animal classifications;
hosted by the Royal British Columbia Museum
Energy
Kids Page
Explains the science involved in electricity, as well as the various ways
that electricity is generated
Everyday
Mysteries
Contains interesting and fun Science Facts from the
Library of Congress, in a Question & Answer format; a great way to link
Reading and Science
Exploring the Planets
Sponsored by the National Air and Space Museum; topics include information
on tools/equipment of space exploration, comparing the planets, exploring
comets, about our solar system
The HubbleSite
Contains a well of knowledge, pictures, multimedia shows, interactive activities...related
to Astronomy; also contains podcasts on a variety of Space topics
Let's
Talk Science
Includes hands-on activities, science programs and resources for science teachers;
hosted by Toxicology and Pharmacology Department at the University of Waterloo
National
Wildlife Federation
Provides information on various wildlife species(animal and plant) and outlines
how the NWF is assisting in their preservation; identifies various school
programs and resources available (for purchase); offers suggestions for helping
the environment; includes Ranger Rick's Kids Zone
Nyelabs
Offers a variety of science demos as well as experiments that can be printed
for classroom use; includes a 'Question of the Day', a schedule of upcoming
Bill Nye the Science Guy TV shows and episode guides; requires Macromedia's
Shockwave plugin (free download) to access many of the features
Ontario
Power Generation
Take the 'Learning Centre' link to 'Power Production', scroll down to the
bottom of the page for links to information on Nuclear, Hydroelectric, and
Fossil Fuel power production; website also includes safety and environmental
issues related to power generation
Ontario
Science Centre
Offers information on exhibits, school visits and programs; includes interactive
activities on a variety of topics; English or French text
Royal
Ontario Museum
Provides easy-to-follow links to information about the exhibits and galleries
housed at the ROM; also explains programs for schools, including visits to
the ROM, travelling exhibitions and edukits; English and French text
StarChild:
A Learning Centre for Young Astronomers
Contains info about the solar system, galaxies and the universe; offered in
2 levels, Level 1 has an audio text feature
Theatre of Electricity
The Museum of Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) contains
the Van de Graaff Generator...a variety of electricity demonstrations and
experiments using the generator are explained
Walk Through a Hydroelectric
Project
Created by the Foundations for Water and Energy Education; contains an interactive
diagram of how hydroelectricity is created; also includes Education and Environment
links dealing with energy efficiency and effects on the environment
The
Weather Network
Offers forecasts, weather maps, weather-related news, and "Ask the Expert"
about weather issues
The Weather
Office - Environment Canada
Contains satellite and radar imagery, air quality forecasts, marine and aviation
weather, lightning locations in Canada, weather maps, and more
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