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NASA Kids' Club 
By Susie MacIntyre

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The NASA Kids' Club provides a wealth of resources that are safe, fun and educational for students. The site includes information on space-related topics, games, and web quests. Why not explore space with WALL-E or travel to into space with Buzz Lightyear? There is also the opportunity to chat with NASA experts.



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Becoming Human  
By Susie MacIntyre

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Becoming Human is an interactive documentary experience that tells the story of our origins. Journey through four million years of human evolution.

Also included are in depth lesson plans developed by leading science educators and links to relevant websites.



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BBC Science for primary 
By D Gilchrist

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Click on your age group for some fun science activities.

Age 5-6     Age 6-7       Age 7-8

Age 8-9     Age 9-10     Age 10-11



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How Stuff Works 
By Susie MacIntyre

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What is quicksand? What would happen if the entire population of the United States flushed their toilets at the same time? How did the internet begin? Who was the first person to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel? Just four examples of questions that are answered on this site, which specialises in well-written, accessible explanations.



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Science Daily  
By Susie MacIntyre

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This is a fantastic resource for latest research news and science breakthroughs. How can a new design of swimsuit help swimmers break world records? How can a lump of metal that has been sitting in a vault in Paris since 1889 get lighter? This online magazine reports on a wide variety of science related news and is updated regularly.



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Science Delivered  
By Susie MacIntyre

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The first major unit of Science Delivered is now freely available.

Science Delivered makes available science content which fully exploits the potential of ICT to provide colourful, interactive and engaging resources to aid students with their journey through science.



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Show Me 
By Susie MacIntyre

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This site is produced by the 24 Hour Museum and filled with motivating games and resources generated by the UK’s museum, gallery and heritage sector.

Pick a topic, take virtual visits to galleries and museums, contribute to the show and tell or have a go at the big draw.



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Free Wildlife and Environmental Images  
By Susie MacIntyre

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ARKive is a library of free wildlife, environmental images and videos for educational use. It is a centralised digital library of films, photographs and audio recordings of the world’s species. The site also includes ‘ARKive Education which is a free resource for teachers and educators.



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Useful Science Website [more]
By Katherine McIlwhan
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Do you wish that your class could test their knowledge and self assess on their latest Science Topic? Looking for differentiation in Science? Then look no further. This fantastic web site is for you and covers all ages from 5 - 14.


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National Geographic [more]
By Susie MacIntyre
This site allows you to view National Geographic articles and features dating back to 1996. There are sections on animals, nature, history, culture, maps and photography.

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