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Science & Science Project Websites

NOTE:  Adobe Flash is going away after December 31, 2020.  That means that many of our favorite online activities may no longer work. We will be removing links for sites that do not seem to be updating their sites to work without Flash.  Thanks for your patience.

Check out Curiosity  Machine - a  great STEM site for students and parents to do together.  Requires a log in.  ------------------------>

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Curiosity Machine  (4+)

Curiosity Machine is a community of scientists, engineers and children creating together. Through this online learning platform children are inspired and equipped to create their own inventions with the support of trained and qualified mentors.
In each challenge, children progress through the Engineering Design Process with support from a trained mentor who guides and encourages them to persist through failure and bring their ideas to reality.
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NASA (Gr. 4+)

Fascinating information about space exploration and our solar system. (Gr. 2-adult).

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NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day (Gr. 3+)

Take a look at the awesome photos taken by NASA in outer space. A new picture each day. 
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NASA Space Place (Gr. 2-6)

Games, animations, projects, and fun facts about Earth, space and technology. Check out the Infrared photo album. (Gr 2-6)
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COOL Cosmos (Gr. 3+)

Discover infrared. Cool photos and information on our solar system, fascinating infrared activities and more. 
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No Longer Available.
​Astronomy for Kids (Gr. 2-8)

Learn about the solar system - moons, planets, stars, asteroids, comets and more.
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Cosmos4Kids (Gr. 3-8)

Rader's astronomy basics and the science of the stars for kids.

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HubbleSite (Gr. 4+)

Spectacular pictures of stars, galaxies, nebulae and more. 

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Windows to the Universe (3+)

Our planet, our solar system, our universe - life, geology, physics. What more could a young scientist want? Games and puzzles, they have them too! 
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StarChild (Gr. 3-8)

A center for young Astronomers. Kid friendly solar system and astronomy information for kids.

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NinePlanets (Gr. 3+)

Nine planets - well eight now - Detailed history, mythology and other objects. Good for planet research._
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Scale of the Universe 2 (Gr. 3+)

Zoom from the edge of the universe to the quantum foam of spacetime and learn about everything in between. _
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Mr. Eclipse (5+)

Eclipses have fascinated mankind since the beginning of time. Visit this site and check out solar and lunar eclipses for beginners as well as the great photos. 
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​Dinosaurs for Kids (Gr. 1-6)

Read about dinosaurs and play dinosaur games. 

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Science for Kids (Gr. 2-8)

Fun science experiments, cool facts, free games, activities, lesson plans, quizzes, videos, photos and science fair project ideas.
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Geography 4 Kids (Gr. 4+)

Rader's geography for kids presents physical geography or earth science basics to the earth sciences that includes topics on the Earth's structure, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. (Gr. 4+)
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Biology 4 Kids (Gr. 4+)

Rader's Biology 4 Kids explains basic biology information on cell structure, cell function, scientific studies, plants, vertebrates, invertebrates, and other life science topics.
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What's That Bug (3+)

Have you ever found a bug and wondered what it is? Check out what others have found and submitted for identification. 
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Science News for Kids (Gr. 5-8)

Atoms & Forces, Earth & Sky, Humans & Health, Life, Tech & Math science articles.
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Bug Guide (Gr. 3+)

Lots of photos of bugs, spiders and more. A guide created by an online community of naturalists who enjoy learning about and sharing our observations of insects, spiders, and other related creatures.
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Chemistry 4 Kids (Gr. 3+)

Rader's chemistry for kids. Includes basic chemistry information on matter, atoms, elements, the periodic table, reactions, and biochemistry.
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Chemistry - Visual Elements (Gr. 5+)

A visual interpretation of the periodic table of elements.
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Physics 4 Kids (Gr. 5+)

Rader's Physics 4 Kids introduces basic physics information on motion, heat and thermodynamics, electricity & magnetism, light, and modern physics topics.
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Student Science (Gr. 5+) Student Science, is a place where budding young scientists can learn how to conduct best-of-class, inquiry-based scientific research. 
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Discovery Kids (Gr. 3-8)

 Explore the awesome world around you and satisfy your curiosity with innovative games, activities, quizzes and articles.
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Internet Public Library Science Projects (Gr. 1-8)

Links to web sites for students who like to experiment or have a science project to do.
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Brian Rich's Science Website (Gr. 4+)

Future scientists will have fun with these experiments - make a volcano or slime plus other activities - be sure to have an adult help. 
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Free Science Fair Projects (Gr. 1-12)

Free ideas for science fair projects.
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Edible/Inedible Experiments (Gr. 4-8)

Try your hand at experimental science! Some experiments may be eaten before, during or after the experiment, and some should not be eaten at all!
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About.com Elementary School Science Projects (Gr.   1-6)

Don't know where to start. You need a topic that is considered appropriate for your educational level. About.com has arranged science fair project ideas by topic, but you can take a look at ideas according to education level.
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School Science Projects (Gr. 4-8)

When your class science project is due, you need help now - a quick and easy science project, with complete step by step directions. 
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Home Science Tools (Gr. K-5)
If you're an elementary student, you can learn a lot and have a great time doing your own project. 

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Science Fair Adventures (Gr. 4-8) The authority on science fair projects, ideas and experiments. A comprehensive listings features science fair projects across several distinct categories, including chemistry, physics, biology, and many more. Each project is listed in an easy to follow manner with step-by-step instructions on how to carry out the project.

Weather Related Links  (Gr. 3+) -
Did you know that Vintage Magnet has weather sensors atop our auditorium
that send weather data out to the world wide web? Check out the WeatherBug Sites below.

WeatherBug Legacy  - Earthworks Weather data from weather sensors at Vintage STEM Magnet including historical data.
WeatherBug Updated - An updated version by GroundTruth using data from weather sensors at Vintage STEM Magnet.
NOAA USA Weather Map - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service Map.
EarthNetworks - Weather Facts/All about Weather - Weather 1010 Resources: Facts, videos, quizzes

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Tree House Weather Kids - University of Illinois Extension presents fun weather information and activities such as Rock 'n Roll Weather, ID a Cloud, Weather Comics, and Forecasting Under Pressure.
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Weather WizKids - Check out the menu options under Weather, Natural Disasters, Experiments, Kid's Zone.
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NOAA SciJinks - NOAA SciJinks is weather and Earth science made fun for school kids. It has games, activities, videos, and “Now I get it” articles.
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REQUIRES FLASH: The Weather Game - Test your weather knowledge with this game show format.
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UCAR Center & Web Weather for Kids - Have fun with the UCAR weather games.  Don't forget to check out all the weather topics in the various menus.  Click here to understand about forecasting.
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Learning Games for Kids "Weather" - Game show, hangman, jigsaw puzzles, formats are just some of the ways to test your weather vocabulary.

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Science for Kids "Weather for Kids" - Games, experiments, weather videos, quizzes, facts, projects, and more.
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NASA Space Place "Wild Weather Adventure" - Race others researching weather in their weather blimps.
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NASA Climate Kids - Weather, climate, atmosphere, water, plants & animals - check out these games and projects to learn how they all related to weather.
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Severe Weather Info - Visit links grouped under topics: Tornados, Hurricanes, Winter Storms / Blizzards, Lightning and Thunderstorms, and Hailstorms. Note: These links have been shared by a roof claim company. 
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SUPPORT VINTAGE

Good things happen at Vintage when you donate.  Thank you for supporting Vintage. Here are some additional ways you can support Vintage while you shop.
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Box Tops for Education
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eScrip
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Target
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Office Depot
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Cartridges for Kids

THANK YOU

Vintage thanks the business community  and non-profit groups for its support. 
  • Alan Birnbaum  - Funding for Robotics
  • Home Depot - Van Nuys - for supplies for our garden...
  • General Atomics
  • Sierra Club - Buses and docent led tours
  • Hammer Toyota - Funding for Robotics
  • Whole Foods - Nutrition Garden Grant and Lessons
  • Kellogg Gardens - Garden supplies
  • Alvarez Garment Rack - for the double coat rack...
  • Fratelli's Pizza - for supplying pizza...
  • Lowe's - for the science lab shed and landscaping supplies...

SUPPORT VINTAGE

Good things happen at Vintage when you donate.  Here are some additional ways you can support Vintage while you shop.
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Target
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Office Depot
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Box Tops for Education
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Direct TV
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eScript
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Cartridges for Kids

THANK YOU

Alvarez Garment Rack - for the coat rack....
Fratelli's Pizza - for supplying pizza....
Home Depot - Woodland Hills - for supplies for our garden....
 Times Warner Cable - Supporting our Lego Robotics program....
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