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Third Grade Science Links


Interactive Science Sites

Hands-on exhibits from several museums 

 

Plant Growth & Development

NOVA Tales from the Hive 
See video clips showing how bees behave in their hive and when they are out gathering honey!

 

Crime Lab Chemistry

FBI Kids Page 
Take a "virtural trip" to the FBI and learn about some of the science and technology they use to solve crimes and help keep people safe.

Crayola- How Markers are Made 
Now that you've learned a little bit about chromatography and how ink separates, visit the Crayola Factory to see how markers are made.

 

Phases of the Moon

Astronomy for Kids 
Learn facts about the moon, our solar system and more.  Click on the Dictionary for definitions to astronomy terms.

Virtual Reality Moon Phase Pictures 
View images that depict the phase of the moon for any date and time you wish.

 

Scientists & Inventors

KidsClick! Biography Scientists 
The KidsClick search directory has identified several resources that have been reviewed by librarians and include biographies of scientists. If you don't find the scientist you are looking for on the list, try your own own search at the bottom of the page.

Open Directory: Kids and Teens: Scientists 
This is another directory of links to sites with biographical information about many different scientists.

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