Science+&+Soc.+Stds.+Sites

Science and Social Studies Sites
 * ~ Site Name ||~ Site Description ||
 * [|BBC Science Activites] || One of the best online activity sites for science I have run across. Banded by age groups this site offers numerous activities covering all aspects of science. ||
 * [|Magic School Bus] || Scholastic has put together this Magic School Bus site that has numerous activities for kids related to science. Activities are interactive and engaging. ||
 * [|Edheads Simple Machines] || This site is made to show children how simple and compound machines function. It takes them through different rooms in a house to locate the machines and their parts. Kids LOVE it! ||
 * [|Soda Constructor] || A complex machine building site for upper primary students. This site allows you to take a simple machine and alter it's complexity, strength and speed. My third graders loved it but found it challenging. ||
 * [|Ocean Life for Kids] || Learn about different types of ocean life. Also includes quizzes and printable. ||
 * [|Pyramid Blast Off] || An interactive computer game where kids can reach Planet Power by fueling their rocket with food and physical activity. “Fuel” tanks for each food group help students keep track of how their choices fit into MyPyramid. (Ned Flash Player) ||
 * [|National Geographic Animal Identification] || Search for all types of wildlife and habitats with bright vivid photos. ||
 * [|Astronomy for Kids] || This website is made for children of all ages. It doesn't matter if you`re a kid or an adult, we have plenty of //Amateur astronomy// related information, resources, and fun stuff for children of all ages, even the adult ones. ||
 * [|Build a Body] || Interactive site where you help put the organs back into a person's body. Kids love it! ||
 * [|Yucky Kids Site- Human Body] || Learn all about the gross and cool stuff humans' bodies create--burps, snores, gas and more. Just click on a word to go to that section ---and don't forget to play the sounds ||
 * [|Kids Health- How the Body Works] || Click on body parts to watch movies, take quizzes and play games to learn about the parts of the body. ||
 * [|Virtual Body] || A site for the older primary kids. Click on the parts of the virtual body to learn their functions. Take a while to load. ||
 * [|Energy Quest] || Learn about all different types of energy. Has read aloud books, videos, activities and much more. ||
 * [|Energy Town and Home] || A great site to learn about energy. The Energy Home is for younger students and the Energy Town for upper primary. ||
 * ~ Social Studies Sites ||  ||
 * [|Kids are Heroes] || Kids Are Heroes® is a non-profit that empowers, encourages and inspires children to become leaders through volunteerism and community involvement. We do this by showcasing and supporting children who are making a difference through their selfless acts of giving. ||
 * [|Directory of Heroes] || A directory of heroes in categories. Children can learn about what makes a hero. ||
 * [|BBC News for Kids- CBBC] || One of my favorite sites of all times. Updated regularly this site has up to date news and entertainment for kids. Written in child friendly language with pictures and videos. (Not all videos available in Zambia) ||
 * [|DOGO News for Kids] || Anther good news site for kids. Easy to read and stories are all kid friendly. ||
 * [|Geo Cube] || Very very cool site that uses a Rubix type cube to show geography and Earth topics. Flash intensive but pictures are detailed and engaging. ||
 * [|Geo Cube] || Very very cool site that uses a Rubix type cube to show geography and Earth topics. Flash intensive but pictures are detailed and engaging. ||