science resources for grades 3-6
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Resources from my SimpleK12 webinar on science websites and apps for grades 3-6.TRANSCRIPT
For SimpleK12
Science Resources for 3-6 Classrooms
Meredith Martin
About Me K-6 Computer Teacher Google Certified Teacher EdTech Presenter
Science Websites
NASA For Kids OnlyWebsite: http://kids.earth.nasa.gov/
Resource from NASA focussed on earth science
Articles, videos, links, and games
Includes a teacher guide
Chem4Kids
Website: http://www.chem4kids.com
Large variety of chemistry resources
Lessons followed by quizzes
Access to other science topic sites
Gamequarium Science Games
Website: http://www.gamequarium.com/science.htm
Multiple topics, and multiple resources for each one
Also includes library of science videos
National Geographic Kids
Website: http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/animals/creaturefeature/
National Geographic’s website for kids
Focus on wildlife and habitats
BBC Science Clips
Website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/index_flash.shtml
Assortment of activities for all ages
Each topic includes activities and a quiz
Science KidsWebsite: http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/
Fabulous compilation of resources for science
Includes experiments, games, quizzes, and more
Kinetic City
Website: http://www.kineticcity.com/
Collection of science experiments, games, activities, and more
Includes hands-on activities and writing activities
NeoK12
Website: http://www.neok12.com/
Collection of science videos organized by topic
Also includes games, activities, and presentations
PPPST ScienceWebsite: http://science.pppst.com/
Excellent resource for both teachers and students
Includes free powerpoint presentations, games, lessons, and more
How Stuff WorksWebsite: http://www.howstuffworks.com/
Great site for older students or as an enrichment activity
Videos, quizzes, and activities on a variety of topics
PhET Interactive Simulations
Website: http://phet.colorado.edu/
Large collection of interactive science simulations
Sort by topic or grade level
Science Apps
WWF Together
In-depth, interactive stories of endangered animals
Cool and unusual animal facts
Video and image galleries
Weird But True
Contains a variety of weird facts
Very engaging for students
Additional fact packs available for in-app purchase
3D Cell Simulation and Stain Tool
3-D views of cells and their parts
Video library
Information pages for cell structures
Biobots Sea RescueDesign a robot based on undersea creatures
Videos and information on sea life
See how your robot performs in the final challenge
Presentation Linkshttp://www.symbaloo.com/mix/
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