Science

=This page contains resources for Science standards.= toc

Earth and Space Science

 * http://www.windows.ucar.edu/ **Windows to the Universe** contains Science information organized into three levels of complexity. Great for differentiating instruction in science.
 * http://starchild.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/StarChild/StarChild.html **Starchild** offers Space Science information for elementary-age students presented at two levels of difficulty. The "level one" material includes audio files for students who struggle with reading.
 * [[file:The Solar System.doc]] This is an example of a worksheet created in Word with locked text and drop-down answer fields.
 * http://www.epa.gov/safewater/kids/flash/flash_watercycle.html **The Environmental Protection Agency** has created this animated lesson on the Water Cycle.
 * http://www.britishcouncil.org/kids-songs-space-popup.htm A catchy song about the solar system. **Added 12/27/07**
 * [|Water Cycle] Word documents and PDF's to teach the **Water Cycle.** From http://www.autism4teachers.com/autism4teachers_057.htm **Added 3/31/2008**
 * http://www.crickweb.co.uk/assets/resources/flash.php?&file=watercycle Another animated activity about the **Water Cycle** from Crickweb in the UK.

Life Sciences

 * http://www.enchantedlearning.com/sequencingcards/ **Life cycle sequence cards:** To print out just the sequence card, select the area you want to print, and check "print selection" in the Print dialog box. Designed for grades 3-4 but may be appropriate for older students with disabilities.
 * [|BBC Science - Habitats]- find 8 different living things that live in the woodland area, then learn about their habitat, eating habits, and more by clicking on the icons provided. Once you complete the activity, take the online quiz to test your knowledge. Great auditory and visual supports. Designed for grades 3-4 but may be appropriate for older students with disabilities. **Added 12/11/07.**
 * http://www.communication4all.co.uk/http/Growth%20and%20Plants.htm Download this PowerPoint on **//What Plants Need//** to introduce students to topic of plant growth. **Added 12/14/07**
 * http://www.communication4all.co.uk/http/Life%20Cycles.htm Download books on the **Life Cycle of a Frog** and the **Life Cycle of a Butterfly**. Both have symbols to support the text. **Added 12/14/07**
 * http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/5_6/ourselves.shtml Use this interactive lesson to teach about **living and non-living things**. Speech, animation and a quiz are included. Hint: click Full Screen for a bigger picture. **Added 1/2/08**
 * [|Butterfly Worksheet] Symbols to show the **life cycle of a butterfly**. From Jefferson Parrish Public Schools Worksheet Activities. **Added 3/28/2008**
 * [|Aquarium]Use this worksheet with symbol support to tell **which animals live in a zoo and which ones live in an aquarium**. From Jefferson Parrish Public Schools Worksheet Activities. **Added 3/28/2008**
 * http://www.crickweb.co.uk/assets/resources/flash.php?&file=plantlabelmx Label the **parts of a plant** in this interactive Flash activity with audio support. One of many excellent activities from Crickweb in the UK. **Added 6/22/08**
 * http://www.crickweb.co.uk/assets/resources/flash.php?&file=groupinganimals Three interactive activities fro Crickweb. **Sorting plants and animals**, **sorting animals with legs/no legs**, and **sorting animals by how they move**. **Added 6/22/2008**
 * http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/hehh1/index.html?launch=true **The Handwashing Challenge** Use this interactive activity to teach about the important life skill of handwashing. Lots of choice-making opportunities and great for an interactive whiteboard. **Added 4/19/09**

Physical Sciences

 * [|BBC Science - Solids and Liquids] - heat and cool 5 different substances, such as chocolate, butter, or an aluminum can, and compare how they react to temperature. Once you complete the activity, take the online quiz to test your knowledge. Great auditory and visual supports.**Added 12/11/07.**
 * http://www.myschoolhouse.com/courses/O/1/104.asp Interactive activity to classify solids, liquids and gases. **Added 9/7/09**

General science resources

 * http://www.symbolworld.org/learning/science-nature/index.htm **Rebus stories** from Symbol World in the UK for a variety of science topics.
 * http://www.region2library.org/Powerpoint%20for%20Science.htm PowerPoint slideshows on a variety of science topics.
 * http://www.brainpop.com/science/seeall/ **BrainPop** has some free activities for science.
 * http://www.harcourtschool.com/menus/science/up_close1.html **Science Up Close** from Harcourt has interactive science lessons on a variety of topics with graphics and auditory supports. Lessons at early grade levels contain graphics that may be suitable for older students with cognitive delays. **Added 12/29/07**
 * http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmsc/content/simulation/ **Discover! Simulations** from Houghton Mifflin has interactive science activites on many topics; auditory support available; graphics at all levels may be age-appropriate for older students. **Added 12/29/07**
 * http://www.edukate.net/ps3.htm These interactive science lessons cover a variety of standards. They do not have audio, but use simple language with lots of pictures. Would be excellent when presented on an interactive white board. **Added 5/8/2008**