Astronomy and Space

» 2001: Destination Space
   The Tech Museum of Innovation provides a comparison of the science and technology of the movie 2001: A Space Odyssey made in 1968 with the real world technology of 2001. Includes artwork and sound clips. [Requires RealPlayer and Flash plugins]

   
   http://www.thetech.org/exhibits/online/2001ds/

» A Journey Through Space
   Tells what different types of astronauts do, explores how space ships function, and traces the history of space travel.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/01253/

» A Journey into the Unknown
   A collection of web pages which detail the realm outside of our world: outer space. These pages are designed primarily for teaching or as reference resources, but also contain some areas for entertainment.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/12272/

» A Practical Guide to Astronomy
   This electronic encyclopedia is a great resource for the both the beginner and the experienced backyard astronomer. Full of facts and photos.

   
   http://www.hotliquidmagma.com/

» An Astronomy Course for Students Using the Internet
   A course on astronomy designed for middle to high school students, but adaptable to most ages and interest levels.

   
   http://www.darkskyinstitute.org/astronomy.html

» An Inquirer's Guide To The Universe
   Helps young people investigate planets and the universe.

   
   http://www.fi.edu/planets/planets.html

» Are We Alone in the Universe
   Discover some of the most intriguing UFO mysteries of this century, and possibly walk the path to becoming an astronaut to discover the vast corners of our universe.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/11272/

» Astro-Venture
   Students in grades 5-8 role-play NASA occupations, as they search for and build a planet with the necessary characteristics for human habitation.

   
   http://quest.arc.nasa.gov/projects/astrobiology/astroventure/avhome.html

» Astronomia Nova
   The primary objective for the website is to ensure a foundation so the user can do astronomical / physical measurements and thereby take a step further than just actual knowledge. Main target group is highschool students.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/C0116544/

» Astronomical Information Center
   Get some answers to the most asked questions about the phenomena of the sun and moon, time, as well as calendars and historical events information.

   
   http://aa.usno.navy.mil/faq/

» Astronomy Jokes and Space Explorers
   A collection of K-12 space and astronomy jokes with astronomy factoids, quizzes, quotes, links and pictures interspersed throughout the site describing history of astronomy and space exploration.

   
   http://www.juliantrubin.com/astronomyjokes.html

» Astronomy and Space for Kids
   Stars, planets, black holes, Junior Astronomers Club.

   
   http://www.kidsastronomy.com/

» Astronomy for Kids
   Basic introduction to astronomy for kids K-6 grade.

   
   http://www.frontiernet.net/~kidpower/astronomy.html

» Astronomy in Questions and Answers
   A comprehensive collection of simple facts about the planets, the solar system, meteors, stars, galaxies, and astronomers.

   
   http://www.guide-to-astronomy.narod.ru/

» Canadian Space Agency - KidSpace
   Offers educational resources of interest to high schoolers and kids, with information on special projects, space playgrounds, and careers related to the study of space.

   
   http://www.space.gc.ca/asc/eng/kidspace/kidspace.asp

» Common Teasers in Astronomy
   Contains a few brain teasers such as what keeps a satellite in orbit to why meteors burn up in the atmosphere and space shuttles and rockets don't.

   
   http://www.geocities.com/mickey_prasad/astro.html

» Constellation Stories and A Deepsky Atlas
   Provides a listing of the constellations, maps, and the myths associated with them.

   
   http://www.hawastsoc.org/deepsky/index.html

» Cool Cosmos
   Offers lessons and activities using infrared light. Also, includes has online tutorials, games and graphic galleries related to this topic.

   
   http://coolcosmos.ipac.caltech.edu/

» CosmicKids
   Learn all about the Hubble Space Telescope.

   
   http://sm3a.gsfc.nasa.gov/classrm.html

» DLTK's Space Crafts for Kids
   Space crafts suitable for preschool, kindergarten and grade school kids.

   
   http://www.dltk-kids.com/crafts/space/space.html

» ESA Kids
   Information on the planet Earth, the universe, and space travel. Games, quizzes, and photos.

   
   http://www.esa.int/esaKIDSen/

» Earth Today
   Cool images of earth taken from space: our little blue planet as astronautsand satellites see it, detailed pictures of natural wonders, weather phenomena, and even images showing ocean currents, night lights, and water vapor.

   
   http://www.nasm.si.edu/exhibitions/gal113/earthtoday/start.htm

» Earth and Sky
   International science radio program. Includes a nightly star chart, sky watching tips, podcast, and audio and written articles about a variety of scientific topics.

   
   http://www.earthsky.org/

» European Space Agency (ESA)
   Resource for European space science. Updated information on launches, spacecraft in orbit, and events.

   
   http://www.esa.int/

» Federation of Galaxy Explorers
   Educates and inspires kids to pursue advanced studies in science and engineering. Mission is to prepare the next generation to explore and develop space.

   
   http://www.foge.org/launch.php

» From Mercury to Pluto
   Information on planets, the universe at large, and exploration. Offers quizzes and interactive image galleries.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/18188/english/

» From Stargazers to Starships
   The motion of Earth in space, Newtonian mechanics, spaceflight and spacecraft, and a math refresher, on a high school level. This site deals with the world of gravity--of massive planets and stars, and the way spaceflight is achieved despite their strong

   
   http://www-spof.gsfc.nasa.gov/stargaze/Sintro.htm

» Gene Smith's Brief History of Astronomy
   Covers the development of this ancient science from days of Stonehenge (3100 BC) to the discovery of Pulsars (1968 AD).

   
   http://cass.ucsd.edu/public/tutorial/History.html

» Guide to Arctic Sunrise and Sunset
   Tables of daily sunrise and sunset times in the Arctic. Learn about the Land of the Midnight Sun, Solstices, and Equinoxes.

   
   http://www.athropolis.com/sun-fr.htm

» Heavenly Details
   The Old Farmer's Almanac offers the dates and locations of solar and lunar eclipses for the year, as well as the full Moon names and dates for nine years. Check it out here, then go outside and look up.

   
   http://www.almanac.com/astronomy/

» Henrietta Leavitt Flat Screen Space Theater
   The site is authored by Carolyn Collins Petersen, an accomplished astronomy writer and part-time Hubble researcher. Carolyn takes viewers to "The Planetarium Show That Never Ends," where various heavenly bodies are displayed and described in non

   
   http://www.thespacewriter.com/

» Imagine The Universe!
   A glimpse into the mysteries of our universe: what we know about it, how its evolving, and the types of objects in it.

   
   http://imagine.gsfc.nasa.gov/

» Johnson Space Center Just for Kids
   Includes information ranging from the training of astronauts to space station construction to the search for life on mars. Also offers an album of NASA photos and links to other sites about the earth and heavens.

   
   http://www.nasa.gov/centers/johnson/education/justforkids.html

» Kids Earth and Sky
   Includes articles, activities, and links for kids. From the producers of the science radio program Earth and Sky.

   
   http://www.earthsky.org/kids/

» Knowing the Universe and Its Secrets
   Learn about the life and energy processes of stars and galaxies. Page has explanations of ancient and modern theories, as well as charts and astronomical photos.

   
   http://nrumiano.free.fr/Eindex.html

» Life Beyond Earth
   Think humans are alone? Follow space expert Timothy Ferris in the scientific search for extraterrestrial life. Also, write to an alien.

   
   http://www.pbs.org/lifebeyondearth/index.html

» Life In Space
   Investigates the possibility of living in space. Provides a look at the challenges planets provide for human life, including links.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/01322/

» Lightyears and Distances in Space
   Find out what a lightyear is and take a cosmic voyage to the nearest galaxy.

   
   http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Galaxy/4830/

» Lunar Outpost
   Space-related education, games, merchandise, NASA content and photos geared toward kids, parents, educators and space enthusiasts worldwide.

   
   http://www.lunaroutpost.com

» Mysteries of Deep Space
   Explores the secrets of the universe with an interactive timeline, classroom activities, and a trivia challenge. Ask the experts various questions as well.

   
   http://www.pbs.org/deepspace/

» Myths about the Sky, Constellations, and Stars
   Find out about the gods and goddesses of different cultures around the world that focus on the myths that explain astronomy. Three levels of exploration: beginner, intermediate and advanced.

   
   http://www.windows.ucar.edu/cgi-bin/tour_def/mythology/stars.html

» NASA Kids
   Find activities and information about rockets, astronauts, space exploration, space shuttles, solar system, and galaxies.

   
   http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forkids/kidsclub/flash/

» NASA Laboratory for Extraterrestrial Physics
   Astronomy, chemistry, and physics of the solar system and beyond.

   
   http://lepmfi.gsfc.nasa.gov/mfi/lepedu/FrontPage.html

» NASA Science Education
   Resource for kids and space enthusiasts who are interested in meeting and learning about NASA people and the national space program.

   
   http://quest.arc.nasa.gov/

» NASA's Origins Program
   Seeks to answer fundamental questions about the universe. What is the origin of Earth? Take a look at some articles about the story of the universe and the quest to understand life.

   
   http://planetquest.jpl.nasa.gov

» NASA's Space Science Activities for Students
   Space science activities for elementary and secondary students in astronomy, physics, life sciences, and space technology.

   
   http://ssdoo.gsfc.nasa.gov/education/kids.html

» NOVA Online | Runaway Universe
   Tour the universe and find out a bit about the history of the universe.

   
   http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/universe/

» Nasa Science for Kids
   NASA brings you an exciting way to look at our Sun and Earth, our solar system and the universe beyond.

   
   http://nasascience.nasa.gov/kids

» Online Planetarium Show
   Teaches fun and interesting lessons in astronomy and related subjects. Includes games, photo gallery, and lots of information on the Hubble Space Telescope.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/3461/

» Planet Quest
   Includes online quizzes, planet comparisons, pictures and links to astronomy clubs around the world.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/27322/

» Sky and Telescope - Observing
   Featured articles about the moon, sun, and planets, along with meteors, asteroids, and comets.

   
   http://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/highlights

» Space Detectives
   Explore the mysteries and puzzles of the Solar System. Includes a quiz and interactive game to design a lander.

   
   http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/antenna/space/

» Space Educators Handbook
   A great NASA list of space-related sites where you'll have fun. Read Space Comics or find the Hidden Cool Stuff.

   
   http://er.jsc.nasa.gov/seh/

» Space Place Launch Pad
   Join this site in making some 'spacey' things. Also, view space science in action and discover some facts from gravity to telescope magnification.

   
   http://spaceplace.nasa.gov/en/kids/

» Space Travel Guide
   Explains the various concepts of space travel. Starting from the basic physical laws in an interactive manner.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/02144/

» Space and Astronomy for Kids
   Information for kids, parents, and teachers ranging from the latest NASA missions and discoveries to backyard astronomy. Bi-weekly feature columns, links, moderated chat room, and bulletin board.

   
   http://space.about.com/od/educationastronomyspace/a/kidsastronomy.htm

» Space – The Final Frontier
   A WebQuest site for kids to learn about the solar system.

   
   http://www.spa3.k12.sc.us/WebQuests/Solar%20System/Index.html

» Space.com
   Features space and science news stories, interactive games, questions and answers, contests, kids' submissions, and weekly polls.

   
   http://www.space.com/

» Space: An Exploration
   Discusses facts, mysteries, theories, and activities to learn more about the solar system.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/C0110484/

» SpaceKids
   Images of the heavens, send your name to Mars on the Exploration Rover-2003 mission , participate in the study of space science, tour the solar system, and get space science news.

   
   http://spacescience.nasa.gov/

» StarChild: A Learning Center for Young Astronomers
   Information and online movies related to the solar system and space exploration. A service of the High Energy Astrophysics Science Archive Research Center at NASA.

   
   http://starchild.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/StarChild/

» Stardate Online: Guide to the Universe
   Information and pictures about astronomy and space exploration. Includes stargazing tips, FAQ's, sky almanac, solar system guide, news and articles.

   
   http://stardate.org/

» Students for the Exploration and Development of Space
   An international organization provides learning activities, information and news concerning space and its exploration. Includes photographs taken from spacecraft and the Hubble telescope.

   
   http://seds.lpl.arizona.edu/

» TOPEX/Poseidon Kids Page
   Offers an online coloring book, ask a scientist, FAQs, background on El Niño, and other links.

   
   http://www.tsgc.utexas.edu/topex/kids/

» Telescopes In Education (TIE)
   Provides images taken by the telescope, an Observatory Cam, along with a calendar of current events, and weather information.

   
   http://www.telescopesineducation.com/

» The Adventures of Amelia the Pigeon
   The animated adventure teaches children how NASA scientists use satellite imagery to better understand Earth's environmental changes.

   
   http://science.hq.nasa.gov/kids/imagers/amelia/index.html

» The Astrogirl Homepage
   Devoted to amateur astronomy. Find information on planets, current sky events, astrophotography, and beginner's tips.

   
   http://home.pcisys.net/~astrogirl/index.php

» The Exploration of the Earth's Magnetosphere
   Looks at the hot gases which fill most of space which are ruled by magnetic and electric forces rather than by gravity. The polar aurora, the radiation belts, the solar wind, magnetic storms, "space weather", cosmic radiation--this is the site

   
   http://www-spof.gsfc.nasa.gov/Education/Intro.html

» The International Astronomical Union (IAU)
   Founded in 1919 to promote and safeguard the science of astronomy. The organization is also the internationally recognized authority for classifying celestial bodies and their surface features.

   
   http://www.iau.org/

» The Midnight Sun
   Photos from interior Alaska of the Midnight Sun and tundra flowers, with links to more scientific information on the summer solstice.

   
   http://www.turtlepuddle.org/bio/summer/solstice.html

» The Mysteries of Space and Time
   About the secrets of distant suns, black holes, and stellar anomalies in space and time.

   
   http://library.thinkquest.org/12523/

» The Satellite Site
   Tech Museum provides information on what satellites are, their uses, different types of orbits, the parts that make up a satellite and an interactive satellite construction tool (requries Java).

   
   http://www.thetech.org/exhibits/online/satellite/

» The Space Place
   Demonstrates and explains scientific concepts related to astronomy in a fun, hands-on manner.

   
   http://spaceplace.jpl.nasa.gov/en/kids/

» The World Of Astronomy
   Contains information on the universe, stars, galaxies, and supernovas.

   
   http://www.freewebs.com/moodyteen01/

» Virtual Astronaut
   Interactive instructional materials for grades 5-8 to provide students and educators with a tool that integrates leading-edge technology with recent findings in physical sciences, space sciences, space medicine, biomedical research and living in space.

   
   http://virtualastronaut.tietronix.com/

» Where's Hubble now?
   Track Hubble as it zips around its orbit.

   
   http://hubblesite.org/the_telescope/where.a.s_hubble_now/

» Windows to the Universe
   An extensive and graphics intensive astronomical learning system. Learn all about the Earth and Space Sciences.

   
   http://www.windows.ucar.edu/

» Wonders of Space
   A Canadian teacher presents a way of exploring space using the internet. Includes games, stargazers, quizzes, astronaut trainings, and classroom connections.

   
   http://www.fi.edu/fellows/fellow9/dec98/intro.htm