Introduction: Eric's Treasure Trove of Physics
Eric Weisstein's Treasure Trove of Physics is one part of the author's Treasure Troves of Science site, which contains topically similar material about astronomy, scientific biography, scientific books, physics, and other areas of science. This resource has been assembled over more than a decade by internet encyclopedist Eric W. Weisstein with assistance from the physics and internet communities.
[http://scienceworld.wolfram.com/]
Introduction: Phyics.org
"There is too much physics information on the web" - not a complaint you would expect to hear from the Institute of Physics but one that is made by many school students, teachers and anyone else with an interest in physics! This simple statement provided the motivation for the Institute of Physics to launch this new web site, a simple one-stop shop for any question on physics or ‘your guide to physics on the internet’.
[http://www.physics.org/]
Introduction: How Stuff Works
This site answers all the curious minds that want to understand how things work. So if your mind wants to know why your fridge stays cold or how electro-magnets work, enter here. The site is mostly text with diagrams. It also has links to related sites plus Experiments.
[http://www.howstuffworks.com/]
Introduction: Allexperts Astronomy Q&A
Ask any question! Allexperts.com is the oldest & largest free Q&A service on the Internet.
[http://www.allexperts.com/]
Introduction: Ask Dr. Science
DR. Science will answer those Science questions that other scientists only laugh at, like 'why is belly button lint the colour it is?', and so on. Email your questions to him from this site.
[http://www.ducksbreath.com/]
Introduction: Einstein TV
Welcome to einstein.tv - the first pan-European digital TV channel and website devoted entirely to cutting edge science and technology. Use this site to: submit your Science and Technology Questions, to search our Database of Programme Items & supporting resource material.
[http://www.einstein.tv/]
Introduction: Mad Scientist
Ask a scientist a question. Anything you want to know about science and a mad scientist will answer it for you. Never be stuck with those homework questions again - but don't leave it until the last minute!
[http://www.madsci.org/]
Introduction: Online Experiments
Welcome to the Little Shop of Physics, Colorado State University's hands-on science outreach program. Check out our online experiments, our resources for teachers, find out more about us, or find out how to have us come to your school. Each year, we share our collection of 70+ experiments with more than 15,000 students, but we also share an idea: that science is something anyone can do.
[http://littleshop.physics.colostate.edu/]
Introduction:Hubble Telescope
Chances are you haven't seen what NASA's orbiting Hubble Space Telescope sees. Hubble sees the raw beauty of the universe from above Earth's atmosphere and sends back a portrait of the universe in exquisite detail. Here's your chance to leave the ground for a while... and see what Hubble sees.
[http://www.hubblesite.org/]
Introduction:Scientific American
The popular monthly science magazine, covering a wide range of subjects (astronomy, genetics, computing) with great authority and clarity.
[http://www.sciam.com/]
Introduction:Science Museum
Online Exhibitions and Interactives, Exhiblets are digital exhibitions which use the Museum's collections to describe important events, discoveries and personalities in science and technology.
[http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/]
Introduction: Physics 2000
Welcome to Physics 2000, an interactive journey through modern physics! Have fun learning visually and conceptually about 20th Century science and high-tech devices.
[http://www.colorado.edu/]
Introduction: School Science
A great site, only recently launched, offering Physics, Chemistry and Biology at Key Stages 3, 4 and above. It is well set out, with colour coded routes through each e_source (electronic resource) and extension pages if required. Much of the content is arranged to present the user with increasing levels of detail/difficulty as required. The periodic table, for example, is excellent. You can print it out or delve into it more deeply.
[http://www.schoolscience.co.uk/]
Introduction: Kinetic Cyber Club
Help four cartoon kids and Alec the supercomputer to solve scientific mysteries.
[http://www.kineticcity.com/]
Introduction: Exploring Gravity
A set of physics tutorials on topics about gravity aimed at students aged 16 up to first year university level. Discover the thinking behind gravitation from ancient to modern times.
[http://www.curtin.edu.au/]
Introduction: The Physics Classroom
Packed full of content, with pages on newton's law to static electricity. There are simple 'test yourself' pages written by a few experts. Very valuable help and information here on this site.
[http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/]
Introduction: Physics is Very Important
A series of 'test yourself' questions relating to electricity and magnetism, wave phenomena, mechanics and energy. The questions are clear with diagrams and multiple choice questions.
[http://www.thinkquest.org/]
Introduction: Wavelength
Free science worksheets, spreadsheets and datafiles plus examples of how to use ICT in the classroom. Also includes cross curricular ICT helpsheets for Microsoft Office applications.
[http://www.dannynicholson.co.uk/]
Introduction: New Scientist
Archived and searchable Science magazine. Read about the latest discoveries or controversial issues like GM food. Topical articles from the world of science, 'The great eclipse', 'Living in a genetically modified world', plus new articles every month. Search past issues.
[http://www.newscientist.com/]
Introduction: The Atoms Family
A collection of simple science experiments and studies that are likely to appeal to kids from primary upwards. The graphics are amusing.
[http://www.miamisci.org/]
Introduction: BrainPOP.com
Animated movies on science topics. Youngsters will love the characters, quizzes and activities which feature in this huge resource about how the world works. Topics include ecology, light, electricity, forces, matter, energy and heat and much more.
[http://www.brainpop.com/]
Introduction: Science In Focus
Welcome to Science in Focus Online. You will need the Shockwave plug-in to use the activities on this website.
[http://www.channel4.com/]
Introduction: Channel4Learning
Welcome to the Science Essentials website, the learning zone for kids, teachers and parents for Key Stage 2 science (ages 7-11).
[http://www.channel4.com/]
