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- Mattel Scrabble for Kids - Features Shockwave based games for kids. Play Scrabble Snake, Scrabble Hangman or Zap the Letters.
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- Biology-Online - Free online resource for biology-related information run by biology enthusiasts from different parts of the world.
- Cool Science for Curious Kids - Website on biology and living things presented by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
- The Fish Olympics - Images of and information on fish camouflage, breeding, physical attributes, and diet.
- Living Things - Science learning resources from The Franklin Institute. Includes news, forums, teacher tips, and classroom tools.
- Biology4Kids - Information and resources on cells, microorganisms, plants, invertebrates, and animal systems. With scientific studies and images.
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Animals
- Animal Information - Features detailed and brief articles, trivia, library of sounds, news, and answers to frequently asked questions.
- Our Wild Neighbors - Educational resources about Alaskan animals. Provides information on wildlife, ecosystem, and food web.
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- Bacteria Rule - Features stories, games, and brain teasers related to bacteria and related organisms.
- Microbe Zoo - Online educational resource developed by the Comm Tech Lab and the Center for Microbial Ecology at Michigan State University. Presents information on various microbe species.
- Microbe World - Features podcasts, videos, articles, trivia, and other resources related to microbial biology.
- Virtual Museum of Bacteria - Collection of educational presentations and resource links compiled by the Foundation of Bacteriology and the Society for Applied Microbiology.
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Cells
- BioClips - Features a variety of cell visuals, videos, and other presentations pertaining to cellular research and education.
- Cell Fractionation - Introduces the different methods and processes for separating cellular organelles and components.
- Cells Alive - Information on and images of cell biology, microbiology, immunology, and microscopy. Includes animated illustrations.
- Cells Are Us - Illustrated and simplified presentation of cellular concepts and activity.
- Bacterial Cells - Descriptions and caricatures of various bacteria. Presents educational resources for parents and teachers.
- The Virtual Cell Web Page - Features a virtual cell tour, virtual textbook, and downloadable educational resources related to cells.
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Genetics
- DNA from the Beginning - Illustrated and animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes, and heredity.
- DNA Interactive - Online teaching community dedicated to DNA and genetics. Features downloadable lessons and teacher guides.
- A Hypermedia Glossary of Genetic Terms - Searchable database of genetics related terminologies and their respective definitions.
- Kids Genetics @ GlaxoSmithKline - Presentation on DNA, genes, heredity, and gene-related diseases and medical response particularly designed for kids.
- The Gene Scene - Portion of the American Museum of Natural History website dedicated to several aspects of genetics and heredity.
- Tiki's Guide to Genetic Engineering - Kids' guide to the fundamentals of genetic engineering. Features comic strips that explain different ideas.
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- Darwinism and Beyond - Information and resources on the history of life, evolution, and evolutionary path. Includes games and quizzes.
- Understanding Evolution - Comprehensive educational resources on the Theory of Evolution compiled by the University of Berkeley.
- Explorations through Time - Interactive modules series dedicated to exploring the history of life on Earth.
- Life Has a History - National Science Foundation sponsored module on teaching the origins of life. With a teacher's guide.
- Evolution - PBS TV series focusing on the Darwinian Theory of Human Evolution and the concept of natural selection.
- Synthetic Theory of Evolution - Introduction to the modern concepts and theories of evolution. With crossword puzzles and flash cards.
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Human_Evolution
- Archaeologyinfo.com - Information and resources on human evolution, ancestry, and origins. With images of hominid species.
- Becoming Human - Presents news, book reviews, and other resources pertaining to human origins, evolution, and paleoanthropology.
- Human Evolution - Features a chart of human evolution, tour of human fossil record, and information on the Hominid brain and tools.
- Human Origins Program - Program aimed at enhancing scientific knowledge and public awareness of human evolutionary history.
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Plants_and_Trees
- Botany.com - Encyclopedia of plants and gardening. Includes a botanical dictionary and related resource links.
- Dr. Arbor Talks Trees - University of Illinois presentation features a teacher's guide, glossary, state tree gallery, and information on tree basics.
- Exploring the Secret Life of Trees - Animated and illustrated presentation explaining different concepts and systems of tree life.
- The Great Plant Escape - Features a number of interactive activities or cases that help explain plant life topics. With a plant glossary.
- The Mysterious Venus' Flytrap - Guide to growing, rearing, and reproducing venus flytraps. With an image collection and related links.
- Real Trees 4 Kids - Featuring the story and science of real tree forming. Serves as a tree education resource with sections for students in Grades 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12.
- Talk About Trees - Tree education resources for students and instructors. Includes lesson plans, interactive games, newsletters, and answers to typically asked questions.
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