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Links
Where's Hubble now?
http://hubble.stsci.edu/fun_.and._games/where.a.s_hubble_now/where_is.html
Track Hubble as it zips around its orbit.
The Exploration of the Earth's Magnetosphere
http://www-spof.gsfc.nasa.gov/Education/Intro.html
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 which tells you all about them.
NASA's Space Science Activities for Students
http://ssdoo.gsfc.nasa.gov/education/kids.html
Space science activities for elementary and secondary students in astronomy, physics, life sciences, and space technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Windows to the Universe
An extensive and graphics intensive astronomical learning system. Learn all about the Earth and Space Sciences.
The Jet Propulsion Lab Students' Resource Page - Laugh and Learn
http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/kids/kids_index.html
These pages are a resource for finding all the current information from NASA about our solar system,the other planets, comets, asteroids, and moons.
Life Beyond Earth
http://www.pbs.org/lifebeyondearth/index.html
Think humans are alone? Follow space expert Timothy Ferris in the scientific search for extraterrestrial life. Also, write to an alien.
Canadian Space Agency - KidSpace
http://www.space.gc.ca/kidspace/default.asp
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.
Heavenly Details
http://www.almanac.com/cgi-bin/heaven.pl?mooninput=current
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!
Myths about the Sky, Constellations, and Stars
http://www.windows.ucar.edu/mythology/stars.html
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.
From Mercury to Pluto
http://library.thinkquest.org/18188/english/
Information on planets, the universe at large, and exploration. Offers quizzes and interactive image galleries.
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.
NOVA Online | Runaway Universe
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/universe/
Tour the universe and find out a bit about the history of the universe.
NASA Science Education
Resource for kids and space enthusiasts who are interested in meeting and learning about NASA people and the national space program.
Space Place Launch Pad
http://spaceplace.jpl.nasa.gov/
Join this site in making some 'spacey' things. Also, view space science in action and discover some facts from gravity to telescope magnification.