Imagine the Universe - This site, intended for ages 14 and up, is dedicated to a
discussion about our Universe... what we know about it, how it is evolving and the
kinds of objects and phenomena it contains.
(Added: 28-Jun-1999 Hits: 4464) [Spider search][grade levels: 9-12][pop]
Laboratory for Extraterrestrial Physics Education and Public Outreach - This conglomerate of information (compiled by scientists and non-scientists alike) is valuable for all, from elementary school age to adult. There are activities, links, projects, guides, glossaries, book lists, games, pictures and graphics, and in-depth studies, all in an easy-to-navigate format. The Current Events page is updated regularly to keep the readers aware of upcoming events at NASA, in the world community, and locally. It includes natural events, space events, and even man-made events with links and ideas for watching eclipses, launches, etc. Contact: Diana Taggart, web administrator, Laboratory for Extraterrestrial Physics Education and Public Outreach, Code 696.0, NASA/GSFC, Greenbelt, MD 20771 USA; Phone: 301-286-7424; FAX: 301-286-1468; email: taggart@lepvax.gsfc.nasa.gov
(Added: 24-Jun-2003 Hits: 2109) [Spider search][grade levels: all]
Looking at Earth from Space: Glossary of Terms - This publication includes science and technology terms relevant to the Earth Science
Enterprise, remote sensing, and direct readout. (PDF format, 2MB - requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
(Added: 28-Jun-1999 Hits: 1079) [Spider search][grade levels: post-secondary]
Starchild: A Learning Center for Young Astronomers - A Learning Center for Young Astronomers is a place where little kids and
big kids can learn about the solar system, the universe and other space stuff.
(Added: 28-Jun-1999 Hits: 1200) [Spider search][grade levels: 3-5|6-8]
Studying the Earth's Environment from Space (SEES) - This site is organized in a modular style based
on Earth science topics studied by scientists
with environmental data collected by satellites.
Currently, four modules are being developed.
They are listed at the right. The Stratospheric
Ozone and Global Land Vegetation modules are
ready for use.
SEE)
http://See.gsfc.nasa.gov/
SEE focuses on enabling the use of NASA Earth science information and data for formal and informal
education. This program develops educational products for high school and undergraduate educators and
for students at these levels. It also works with organizations and individuals involved in informal education
throughout the U.S. to jointly produce useful educational and public awareness materials that utilize
NASA's Earth science knowledge and expertise.
Contacts: Blanche Meeson, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Sciences Directorate, Code 900,
Greenbelt, MD 20771; Email: bmeeson@see.gsfc.nasa.gov or Carla Evans, Goddard Space Flight Center,
Earth Sciences Directorate, Code 900, Greenbelt, MD 20771; Email: cevans@see.gsfc.nasa.gov
(Added: 26-May-1999 Hits: 1644) [Spider search][grade levels: 6-8|9-12|post-secondary]
The Great Plant Escape - The Great Plant Escape is an elemertary plant science program for 4th and 5th grade students. Each of the lessons in this program is
interdisciplinary, designed to introduce students to plant science and increase their understanding of how food grows.
(Added: 17-Jun-1999 Hits: 876) [Spider search][grade levels: 3-5]
The Great Plant Escape Teacher's Guide - Each of the lessons in this program is
interdisciplinary, designed to introduce
students to plant science and increase their
understanding of how foods grow. Activities
enhance student's math, science, language arts,
social studies, music and art. You have many
options in this program. Choose any or all of
the suggested activities for your class. Many
activities are for students to work
independently and some are for group work.
(Added: 17-Jun-1999 Hits: 1492) [Spider search][grade levels: 3-5]
