PBS
Pbs Learning Media: American Masters Collection: Ursula K. Le Guin
Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin tells the intimate coming-of-age story of the Portland, Oregon, housewife and mother of three who forever transformed American literature by bringing science fiction and fantasy into the literary mainstream....
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Jules Verne, "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea"
This site has links to the full text from the University of Virginia of Jules Verne's science fiction work "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea."
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Science Fiction Writer: Robert J. Sawyer: "On Writing": Word Processing Tricks
Science fiction writer Robert J. Sawyer shares his word processing tricks and tools for proofreading and editing a manuscript. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.6 Use technology to produce and publish writing
Ducksters
Ducksters: List of Science Fiction Books for Kids
A website that gives a list of science fiction books for kids middle school and elementary aged reading levels.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Stuff to Do: Space Travel Guide
What makes science fiction so exciting? Read some examples of the genre and then create your own science fiction story about space travel. Use the supplied "travel guide" to generate ideas and structure your plot.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Science Fiction Can Help Predict the Future
Everyone from governments to military to industry leaders do as well, and they all employ people called futurists who attempt to forecast the future. Roey Tzezana explains some of the ways that futurists venture to do so. [5:22]
Read Works
Read Works: Will Human Life on Earth Come to an End?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about science fiction authors and their predictions about space travel. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Can Teach
Can Teach: Tabloid Science Fiction
In this lesson plan students will write science fiction stories based on stories brought up in the tabloids. Lesson plan indicated for 5th grade and above.
PBS
Inspired by Science Fiction
As far back as Ancient Greece, people have dreamed about living in space. This resource describes how space station science fiction of the past led to the development of today's space stations.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Irish Literature, Mythology, Folklore, Drama
Site has over 60 links to authors, periodicals, literary background, theater and Irish science fiction.
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Literature.org: Biography: Jules Verne
This brief biography discusses the life and work of 19th century science fiction author Jules Verne.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Antimatter Matters
Antimatter, the charge reversed equivalent of matter, has captured the imaginations of science fiction fans for years as a perfectly efficient form of energy. While normal matter consists of atoms with negatively charged electrons...
Read Works
Read Works: A Wrinkle in Time 6th Grade Unit
[Free Registration/Login Required] This ReadWorks Unit engages students in a deep study of Madeleine L'Engle's science fiction work, A Wrinkle in Time. Students will investigate the following topics: the book's theme, the science fiction...
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Astronomy
Eight hands-on lessons module in which students explore the characteristics of planet Earth, its moons, the sun, the solar system, planets, and the difference between science fact and science fiction.
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Fredric Brown: "What Mad Universe"
This site, part of a group of personal science fiction sites, provides a review of Fredric Brown's novel "What Mad Universe," which includes an overview of the novel's plot. The reviewer, Steven Silver, reviews other works by Brown;...
Other
Intro to Jewish Science Fiction
Small but interesting site that focuses on Jewish science fiction, a small genre but one that exists. Lists various authors and books from this genre.
Harold D. Underdown
Writing Young Adult and Children's Fiction and Fantasy
A great article concerning writing children's literature, especially in the area of fantasy or science fiction. The author provides information concerning how to develop characters, creating literary elements, and discusses some pitfalls...
Other
Museum of Pop Culture
The Museum of Pop Culture (formerly the Science Fiction Museum) is located in Seattle, Washington, and this site provides information on the exhibits connected with the museum and information on educational outlets at the museum.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Writing Alternative Plots for Robert O'brien's Z for Zachariah
Lesson in which students are required to write an alternative plot to O'Brien's science fiction novel. Includes an interactive graphic organizer, handouts, and a rubric.
Penguin Publishing
Penguin Random House: Doug Unplugged by Dan Yaccarino
This is an introduction to the children's novel Doug Unplugged by Dan Yaccarino, a science fiction book for young readers. It includes a brief summary, links to about the author information, book reviews, and other books by the author....
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Ties Magazine: Through the Eyes of Falcons [Pdf]
This science fiction story is a spring board for great discussion questions that span across various school subjects.
A&E Television
Biography: Ray Bradbury
Biographical information on Ray Bradbury, author and poet best known for his science fiction works. Includes information about Bradbury's early life, literary works and honors, and death and legacy.
Other
Quotations by Author: Kurt Vonnegut
This site shares quotations from the famous science fiction author named Kurt Vonnegut (1922-2007).
Read Works
Read Works: Alex's Discovery
[Free Registration/Login Required] This science fiction passage shares what can happen when an alien arrives at a child's lemonade stand. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and...
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