McMaster University
Mc Master Univ: Representations on the Subject of Money
This site from the McMaster University provides the full text article of Newton's work, "Representations on the Subject of Money." Newton wrote these letters while serving as head of minting operations.
NASA
Nasa: Astronomy Picture of the Day: Crab Nebula and Geminga in Gamma Rays
Explains that pulsars would be the brightest objects in the sky if we could see gamma-rays.
NASA
Nasa: Astronomy Picture of the Day: Hypatia
Learn more about Hypatia when you check out this resource. This site features a picture and a brief synopsis of this famous scientist.
NASA
Nasa: Astronomy Picture of the Day: Nebulae Planetary
At this resource several pictures of nebulae are available with informative caption. Related links and other resources.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: New Observatory Brings Stars Closer to Earth
A radio story describing the development of the newest technology in telescopes based on an old idea. Images of the 80-acre interferometer are shown on the site.
Other
Lowell Observatory
Lowell Observatory homepage describes the history and current work done at the Lowell Observatory. Contains basic information about the telescopes and the results of work done by staff scientists. It is a national landmark.
Other
Black Inventors Online Museum: Benjamin Banneker
Use this site to learn about Benjamin Banneker (1731-1806 CE), an African American that created the first clock built in the United States and was known as our first great Black Inventor.
NASA
Nasa: Make a Star Finder
Learning game and activity that teaches about the constellations by making a star finder to help locate them.
NASA
Nasa: The Space Place: Keck Interferometer
This site from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration provides the opportunity to solve a crossword and learn about the world's biggest telescopes.
NASA
Nasa: The Space Place: Professor Starr's Dream Trip
Discover how NASA's New Millennium Program makes scientist's dreams about space exploration come true. Turn the pages with your mouse!
NASA
Nasa: The Space Place
This site is geared towards elementary learners, but most lessons can be modified for older learners. Space-related classroom activities, printable images of Earth and space, thought-provoking Space Place Musing podcasts and math-related...
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Galileo Galilei
Read a short biography about astronomer Galileo, one of the most significant people in the history of science.
NASA
Nasa: Imagine the Universe: Gamma Ray Bursts
Use this site to learn all about gamma-ray bursts. Site provides links to models and other more detailed information, a movie, and links to other resources.
NASA
Nasa: Imagine the Universe: The History of Gamma Ray Astronomy
This NASA article discusses the history of gamma-ray astronomy. Related resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Branches of Earth Science
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of the major branches of Earth Science.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Moon Light Through the Month
In this lesson, students are asked to order cards showing different phases of the moon. Includes student handouts.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Ology: In Pictures: Journey to the Stars
Two astrophysicists present images of stellar phenomena in this resource and explain why stars are so important to the existence of life on Earth.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Galileo Galilei
This site from the University of St. Andrews contains biographical information about Galileo's life and studies.
Nine Planets
The Nine Planets: Europa
View pictures and links to more information about Jupiter's moon Europa. Links are also provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.
University of Oxford (UK)
Mhs/oxford Virtual Science Walk/halley's House
A description of the home of Edmond Halley with some biographical details. Includes details of his life as Astronomer Royal.
Space Telescope Science Institute
Hubble Site: Hubble Monitors Weather
This site is from Hubblesite which is provided by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. "What's the weather for Mars and Venus? The Hubble telescope has given astronomers a peak." Site provides images, video as well as...
Read Works
Read Works: Alien Planets
[Free Registration/Login Required] This nonfiction piece discusses the discovery of previously unknown planets in the solar system. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies...
Read Works
Read Works: The Ever Changing Sky
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage shares observable aspects of the sun and the moon. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and establishes...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Revolutions of Earth
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How objects in the solar system orbit around each other.