Reader Recommendations: Astronomy and Space Travel
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November 19, 2008 -- From Kamal, a teacher from Rohnert Park, CA, who is affiliated with the site.
Epo's Chronicles is a weekly web comic that takes place in the distant future. It is about a sentient spaceship called Epo, and its humanoid companion, Alkina. Epo's Chronicles is being developed by the Sonoma State University Education and Public Outreach (E/PO) group. The primary goal of Epo's Chronicles is to teach space science in an engaging format. Accompanying each episode are explanatory notes and glossary entries to help explain the science subjects discussed each week. Additional resources such as web links with lesson plans, and multimedia clips are also frequently available.
January 4, 2008 -- From Brad Strong, a reader from Denver, Colorado, who is affiliated with the site
3dCognition.com is a 3D game-based learning site, which has free games for children and adults. These games teach the player about astronomy, geography, and music theory. Shockwave and a reasonably fast connection are required. You fly a 3D spaceship through the solar system and learn at the same time.
August 22, 2007 -- From Barbara, a parent, from San Diego, CA, who is affiliated with the site.
With about a hundred million stars and two hundred million galaxies, Sky in Google Earth lets you explore the heavens like never before. Current Google Earth users must download Earth version 4.2 to get the new features.
May 14, 2007 -- From Jose Gomez, a reader, from Spain, who is not affiliated with the site.
Night Earth, see how the Earth looks from space at night. You can also submit your own night photos.
October 28, 2006 -- From Clark, a reader, from Roanoke, VA. USA, who is affiliated with the site.
Hundreds of astronomy links collected by an amateur astronomer. Many sites help beginners and children. Browse at your leisure...you will be amazed at what you find!
May 2, 2002 -- From Daniel, a reader from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, who is not affiliated with the site
This site takes you on an awesome 3D or 2D tour of the solar system, giving tons of info and facts. It is one of my favorites!
March 27, 2002 -- From Heidi, a reader from Virginia, who is affiliated with the site
The NASA "Why?" Files web site features Problem-Based Learning and targets students in grades 3-5. Problem-solving skills are put to the test as young detectives search for solutions to real-world problems. The interactive site builds content knowledge in science, mathematics, and technology through its online problem scenario which highlights NASA research, missions and experts.
February 15, 2002 -- From Robert Roy Britt, a parent from Philadelphia PA, who is affiliated with the site
Backyard astronomy is made simple, with easy-to-use sky maps, a weekly feature story, a calendar of sky events, and simple instructions on how to find a planet on any given night, no equipment needed.
February 7, 2002 -- From Fred, a parent from Atlanta, who is not affiliated with the site
I think this is an amazing site because of all of the information readily available to the user. Not only are there 1000s of incredible pictures, but the technical terms are all linked to pages with very good explanations and more great pictures.
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