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Science

New Book of Popular Science
Database. Geared toward students, the New Book of Popular Science is an online encyclopedia that focuses on science topics. The easy-to-read articles include photographs, maps, illustrations, tables, and special weekly coverage of many topics.

SIRS Discoverer
Database. For elementary and middle school students. Magazine and newspaper articles and documents from the U.S. government on a wide variety of subjects and current events.

Student Resource Center
Database. Reference essays, articles from magazines and newspapers, photographs and other resources for students in grades 6 through 12.

American Museum of Natural History Presents OLogy Archaeology, Earth Science, Astronomy, Genetics, Biodiversity, Marine Biology, Einstein, and Paleontology.

BugBios Information and colorful photographs about many different types of insects.

Dinosphere at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

How Stuff Works From black lights to flame throwers, lock picking to Ninjas, find out how all kinds of stuff works.

KidsHealth How to be a healthy kid. Read all about feelings, eating right, staying fit, illnesses and injuries, and more.

My Body Learn about your bones, brain, eyes, hair, nose, tongue, and other body parts.

National Wildlife Federation: eNature.com Online field guides to amphibians, birds, butterflies, fishes, insects, mammals, native plants, reptiles, seashells, seashore creatures, spiders, trees, and wildflowers. Plus information on parks & refuges, birding, and more!

What Tree Is It? Find a tree by leaf, fruit, or by name.

Math

A+ Math Games, flashcards, and puzzles to help you improve your math skills.

The Math Forum Student Center Practice problems by grade level, challenge problems, and Ask Dr. Math.

Math Playground Interactive math games and activities for grades K-6. Try the “Math Facts” flashcards to practice your skills!

The Megapenny Project Learn about large numbers. What would a billion pennies look like?

Science Fair Projects

10 Steps to a Great Science Project These guidelines for the Ohio State University science fair are great advice to get you started on your project!

All Science Fair Projects Complete instructions for hundreds of projects for elementary, middle school, junior high and high school students.

Science Fair Project Resource Guide This guide to websites from the Internet Public Library will help you understand the scientific method, choose a topic, find resources, ask an expert, and provide tips and tricks for preparing your presentation.

Science Fair Studio A step-by-step handbook for creating science fair projects.