Curated OER
Reading and Thinking About Evolution
Students are given a science reading assignment outside the text followed by a discussion on the content. The reading is augmented with a series of thought questions for students to consider prior to class discussion. They direst the...
Curated OER
Reading Comprehension: Science News
In this reading comprehension worksheet, 3rd graders read four different passages about Science News. They answer questions about each one. Students complete 4 comprehension questions.
NASA
Nasa: Earth Observatory
The purpose of NASA's Earth Observatory is to provide new satellite imagery and scientific information about our home planet to the public. The focus is on Earth's climate and environmental change.
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra for Students and Teachers
The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer offers specialized news resources for students and teachers. Content includes background information for the top stories of the week, full multimedia packages (video, audio, graphics, and text) which explore...
PBS
Pbs: News Hour Extra
Current US and world news, as well as news in the areas of science, economics, health, and the arts. Also features editorials and essays written by students around the world on events in the news.
Science Museum, London
Science Museum: Antenna Science News
This site is a constantly updated exhibition provided by the Science Museum (UK) which displays current findings and research in the areas of science and technology.
Seeker
Seeker: Discovery Space
Discover Space addresses broad range of topics related to space and space exploration. Subscribe to Discovery's space blogs, view a collection of videos, read interviews, and keep up with the latest space-related news and events.
Society for Science and the Public
Science News for Students
Read articles from Science News for Students, including articles from the current issue.
Society for Science and the Public
Science News for Students: Violence Spreads Like a Virus
New research shows that the friends of violent teens are much more likely to become violent themselves. Discover news about this human behavior spreading amongst teens.
Society for Science and the Public
Science News for Students: Climate Change Could Stall Atlantic Ocean Current
When carbon dioxide levels rise, the currents slow, which leads to temperatures dropping because of the lack of water movement. Europe could suffer as a result of this change.
Society for Science and the Public
Science News for Students: What Killed the Dinosaurs?
Researchers are beginning to find data implicating that an asteroid impact and supervolcanoes might have been the beginning of the end of dinosaurs on Earth.
Other
Natural History Magazine, Inc: Natural History Magazine
The natural history of our planet and universe are addressed in this on-line version of Natural History Magazine. Topics are widely varied yet current and topical, with photos & illustrations included.
Other
Science Update: The Science Radio News Feature of the Aaas
Science Update offers daily podcasts to supplement science exploration. Be educated and entertained while learning about astronomy, geology, wildlife, plants, and other science topics. Grab the latest podcasts, or browse the archives by...
Other
Science Buzz
Find articles on late breaking science news. This resource also has a blog that allows students to communicate their opinions of late breaking developments.
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Micscape Magazine
Get up to date on all things microscopic with Micscape Magazine online.
American Association for the Advancement of Science
American Association for the Advancement of Science (Aaas)
The American Association for the Advancement of Science calls itself "The World's Largest General Scientific Society." Here you will find up-to-date news on scientific discoveries, including the EurekAlert! which has breaking news for...
Other
Conservation International
Articles, videos, and photos on the topic of world conservation such as green health, air quality, and climate change.
New York Times
New York Times: Space
The New York Times maintains this archive of articles relating to space and space exploration.
New York Times
New York Times: Science
[Free Registration/Login Required] The New York Times maintains daily coverage of the latest in environmental news, including geology, global warming, wildlife and earthquakes.
Other
Science News
Science News is a weekly news magazine covering the most important research in all fields of science.
New York Times
New York Times: Physics
[Free Registration/Login Required] The New York Times maintains daily coverage of the latest in the physical sciences.
National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation
This is the official website of the National Science Foundation (NSF), an independent federal agency that promotes the progress of science. The site often features the latest information on such issues as climate research, wildlife...
NASA
Nasa: La Historia De Hoy: Today's History (Spanish)
Explore the depths of space and science comprehensive information about the meteor showers in 2004, the transit of Venus, virtual reality, and other interesting science history.
American Chemical Society
American Chemical Society: Hompage
ChemCenter, available from the American Chemical Society, provides chemistry news, reference sources and other public services.