Space: From an Astronomer's Viewpoint
Space: From an Astronomer's Viewpoint
The
Constellations and their Stars
- Need information on stars, constellations, the Milky Way? Check out this site!
The first thing you need to know is that constellations are not real! (http://www.astro.wisc.edu/~dolan/constellations/)
The
Nine Planets The
Nine Planets is an overview of the history, mythology, and current
scientific knowledge of each of the planets and their moons in our solar system.
Each page has text and images, some have sounds and movies, most provide
references to additional related information. A multimedia tour of the Solar
System by Bill Arnett. (http://seds.lpl.arizona.edu/nineplanets/nineplanets/nineplanets.html)
Exploring
the Planets from the National Air and Space Museum.
This website was recommended by a sixth grade student in Mrs. Maternick's
class. It is outstanding and you'll find some great information
here. Although the main page says last updated
9/2002, in reviewing the site, it has some current information and some
excellent resources for comets and a history of exploration. Well worth a
visit...thank you for the recommendation. (http://www.nasm.si.edu/ceps/etp/etp.htm)
Sea and
Sky: The Cosmos The site presents a tour of the Solar
System, Cosmic Wonders, and the Constellations.
Astronomy
for Kids (and Supervised Adults)
This
site is for all you kids who have learned that adults generally make things
uninteresting. We are going to have a GREAT time exploring the universe we
live in! Come along on our journey through the stars! Adults are welcome to
join us as long as they behave. If you haven't been here before, you might
want to take a look at the "About This Site" section first.
(http://www.dustbunny.com/afk/)
Windows
to the Universe
Enter this phenomenal site on earth and space science. Enter Our
Solar System , the Universe,
or explore Mythology.
Choose your level before entering. You'll want to explore the many
resources available on the site.
Liftoff
and NASA
Kids are both outstanding NASA sites to access for information on
the Solar System. You should use the SEARCH option provided at NASA
Kids to begin your research. Click on The
Universe at the Liftoff site, and then go to the Index
to locate topics such as Meteors,
Comets,
and Asteroids.
With
Peter and Paul Around the Galaxy: Peter
and Paul fly with you through space and explain to you everything about our
solar system. Click on each planet and you will learn everything about it!
StarChild
Explore the universe at this colorful site maintained by
NASA.
Enchanted
Learning: Zoom Astronomy is another great website recommended
by a sixth grade student in Mrs. Stepniak's class. Thank you for sharing
this site with us.
Amazing
Space--For
Educators and Students
- Sponsored by the Formal
Education Group of the Space Telescope Science Institute's Office of Public
Outreach who promote the science and majestic beauty of the universe for use in
the classroom. The materials we develop for educators and learners of all ages
are accurate, classroom-friendly, visually appealing, and carefully crafted to
adhere to accepted educational standards.
Exploring
Planets in the Classroom - Sponsored by the Hawaii
Space Grant Consortium. Includes 25 hands-on activities about the Solar
System, Planets, Gravity, Gravity Forces, Rockets. etc.
Eyes on the Sky, Feet on the Ground
- Created by Smithsonian Institute and Harvard
University. Hands-on astronomy activities for grades 3-12.
NASA Education
- Space and astronomy resources from NASA.
World
Book Online - Start
your research here to get some basic information about your topic. (Please
ask your librarian for your Login ID and Password.) (http://www.worldbookonline.com/)
Facts on File - Another great place to start (ask Mrs. Samples for login information). Click on "Science Online", then click on to "Space and Astronomy" and then click "Solar System Overview".
Created
by Barbara Swetits
Updated by Carol Samples
08/18/2008
KidsClick! Science: Space