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| Arts |
Love to draw, paint, play music, read,
sing, and act in plays? Or, would you rather watch and listen to others?
Either way, click below to enter great art sites and to get some project
ideas for a rainy day. |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
American Treasures of the Library of
Congress - A guide to
some of the "treasures" in the Library of Congress. Check out Thomas
Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of |
Ask Joan of Art
- Do you have a question about American art and don't know how to find the
answer? Art information specialists at the Smithsonian American Art Museum,
using print and electronic reference sources, will help you get started.
|
Bottlecaps to Brushes
- Cappy, the skateboarding giraffe is a cartoon character based on a bottle
cap sculpture at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. He'll show you some of
the other works of art in the museum's collection and suggest some fun
activities. |
National Gallery of Art
- Choose a tour by school or medium and explore the National Gallery's
collections of painting, sculpture, and graphic arts. |
NGA Kids - Adventures with Art
- Choose from a variety of activities or projects, enjoy an animated musical
adventure, take a tour through the sculpture garden, and more.
|
The Library of Congress Exhibitions
- View the collections of the Library of Congress. From designs of famous
architects to the history of the Wizard of Oz, there is something for
everyone to enjoy. |
Triumph of the Baroque
- Explore Baroque architecture in Europe from 1600-1750 with this National
Gallery of Art exhibit. See what churches, chapels, palaces, and private
homes of the period looked like. |

| Geography |
Do you need to find out information about
a certain region, country or city? Do you want to investigate volcanoes or
the rain forest? Wanna see pictures of the earth from space? Find out all
these things and more - all right at your fingertips. |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
CIA's Kids Page
- The Central Intelligence Agency's job is to help the President, the
National Security Council, and all other government officials who make and
carry out US national security policy. |
Fact Finder Kids' Corner
- Learn about the U.S. Census, get facts about your state, and have fun with
quiz questions. |
NASA's Observatorium
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration site for Earth and space
data with pictures of the Earth, planets, stars, and other cool stuff, as
well as the stories behind those images. |
National Imagery & Mapping Agency
- NIMA makes maps and provides imagery in support of our national defense.
Groups that help with national defense are the Army, Navy, Air Force,
Marines and others in the federal government. NIMA's information is also
used by airplane pilots and boat captains. |
USGS - Learning Web
- Explore things on, in, around, and about the Earth such as plants and
animals, land, water, and maps. Learn how biology, geology, hydrology, and
geography can help us understand our changing world. |
Visible Earth
- If you've ever wondered what different parts of the Earth or nature look
like, this is definitely the site for you! NASA brings us a searchable
directory of pictures, images, and animations of the Earth, from pictures of
the state you live in to radar images of glaciers or the atmosphere.
|
Volcanoes of the World
- Get updates on recent volcanic activity. Learn about the history and see
pictures of volcanoes from around the world. |

| History |
Our past is an important part of our
lives. There are so many amazing facts that we should know. Pop quiz: What
year did Columbus arrive in the Americas? Answer: 1492. Now you're ready for
Jeopardy! |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov
*) |
America's Story
- Discover the stories of America's past. Jump back in time, meet amazing
Americans, explore the states and more. |
American Memory
- Visit the digital library and learn all about American history and
culture. |
American Treasures of the Library of
Congress - A guide to
some of the "treasures" in the Library of Congress. Check out Thomas
Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence.
|
Edison National Historic Site
- Edison's improvements to the telegraph and the telephone placed him on the
cutting edge of communication technology at the turn of the Twentieth
Century. If Edison were living today, he would be interested in both the
Internet and the World Wide Web, a technology that can now make the legacy
of the world's most famous inventor available to you. |
Enactment of a Law
- Library of Congress site about the steps to enact a law in the U.S.
Government. |
Encyclopedia Smithsonian
- Encyclopedia Smithsonian features answers to frequently asked questions
about the Smithsonian and links to Smithsonian resources on subjects from
Art to Zoology. |
First Ladies of the United States
- They came from different social and economic backgrounds, from many
different geographical regions, and with diverse education preparation. Each
First Lady served our country well and each left her own mark. Visit this
site to learn more about them. |
Kids in the House
- Explore the role the Office of the Clerk plays in the U.S. House of
Representatives. Learn about the legislative process and its effect on you.
|
Learning Page - Library of Congress
- Learn about United States history and culture. View unique and rare
documents, photographs, films, and audio recordings. |
Links to the Past
- Explore America's cultural resources - buildings, landscapes,
archeological sites, ethnographic resources, objects and documents,
structures and districts. |
National Gallery of Art
- Choose a tour by school or medium and explore the National Gallery's
collections of painting, sculpture, and graphic arts. |
National Museum of American History
- Learn interesting historical facts by clicking on the alphabetical list.
|
Not Just for Kids
- In the Hands On History Room at the Museum, you can climb on a highwheel
bicycle and pedal, send a message by telegraph, and get your hands on
history in many other ways. |
Our World
- The Library of Congress web site shares its collections, stories, online
collections and more for students and teachers. |
Presidents of the United States
- The biographies of the presidents' give us a clear look into the highs and
lows of American history. Learn more about the presidents and the change we
faced in the past and challenges yet to come. |
The Library of Congress Exhibitions
- View the collections of the Library of Congress. From designs of famous
architects to the history of the Wizard of Oz, there is something for
everyone to enjoy. |
The Music of Sound - Neanderthal Jam
- You could learn a lot from old musical instruments. We're not talking
about a pawnshop full of rusted saxophones and busted guitars, but about
partly fossilized bones with holes that look suspiciously like wind
instruments. |
The Music Room
- The Museum also explores history through dozens of musical performances
every year. |
Today In History
- The Library of Congress began a day-by-day listing of historical events.
Search the archive for the day of your choice. |
Triumph of the Baroque
- Explore Baroque architecture in Europe from 1600-1750 with this National
Gallery of Art exhibit. See what churches, chapels, palaces, and private
homes of the period looked like. |
Truman Library Kids Page
- Learn all about Harry Truman, former president of the United States and
all sorts of other "Truman" trivia. |
U.S. House of Representatives
- Great site for Government homework projects. Contains lots of documents
related to the legislative process. |

| Homework
Help |
Confused by a computer question? Stumped
on a science question? Heartburn over a history question? Here are some
great links to help you with your homework - this may even help you finish
it faster! |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
American Memory
- Visit the digital library and learn all about American history and
culture. |
Ask Joan of Art
- Do you have a question about American art and don't know how to find the
answer? Art information specialists at the Smithsonian American Art Museum,
using print and electronic reference sources, will help you get started.
|
Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids
- This site provides learning tools for K-12 students, parents, and
teachers. These resources will teach how our government works, and much
more. |
Create a Graph
- Try your hand at creating some and see if it helps explain what you are
trying to show. Try using homework problems, things you have a special
interest in, or just make up some numbers of your own! |
Encyclopedia Smithsonian
- Encyclopedia Smithsonian features answers to frequently asked questions
about the Smithsonian and links to Smithsonian resources on subjects from
Art to Zoology. |
Energy Quest
- Megawatts of info and fun await! Read a story, try a science project,
learn about renewable resources, play with puzzles, meet super scientists,
and lots more on this neat site from the California Energy Commission.
|
Fact Finder Kids' Corner
- Learn about the U.S. Census, get facts about your state, and have fun with
quiz questions. |
Federal Resources for Educational
Excellence - The
President asked Federal agencies to determine what "resources you can make
available that would enrich the Internet as a tool for teaching and
learning. In response, more than 30 Federal agencies formed a working group
to make hundreds of federally supported education resources available at
this web site. |
Kids in the House
- Explore the role the Office of the Clerk plays in the U.S. House of
Representatives. Learn about the legislative process and its effect on you.
|
Law-4-Kids
- Here is an introduction to questions you may have about our legal system.
|
NCES Students' Classroom
- As part of the U.S. Department of Education, the National Center for
Education Statistics (NCES) has made a page for students that includes
CRUNCH, an online 'zine, a multi-media playhouse, and a "Find Your Library"
section. |
Today In History
- The Library of Congress began a day-by-day listing of historical events.
Search the archive for the day of your choice. |

| Music |
Do you ever wonder where your favorite
band would be without music? They would be on stage, with microphones, in
front of hundreds of people, without a clue. Learn how "note"-able music is
in our society by clicking on the links below. |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
America's Stories - See, Hear and Sing
- Watch a movie, hear a song, play a tune from America's past.
|
American Music Collections
- The American Music Collections document this country's diverse popular
music and performance traditions. The strength of these collections is the
music of the late nineteenth through the twentieth centuries including Big
Band jazz, Gospel and African American sacred music, and folk music.
|
Kids' Castle
- This Smithsonian site has information to kids' questions on sports,
history, the arts, travel, science and air and space, all with great photos.
|
Sing-Along with National Institute of
Environmental Health Sciences
- NIEHS has included this sing-along section to teach environmental health
science through song. |
Sound Site
- Close your eyes, open your ears, and explore the world of sound! This neat
site has audio clips, activities, and discussions about composition to help
you learn. |
The Music of Sound - Neanderthal Jam
- You could learn a lot from old musical instruments. We're not talking
about a pawnshop full of rusted saxophones and busted guitars, but about
partly fossilized bones with holes that look suspiciously like wind
instruments. |
The Music Room
- The Museum also explores history through dozens of musical performances
every year. |

| Plants &
Animals |
What is more amazing than a talking dog?
A spelling bee! Now that you got a good laugh find out more about
interesting plants and animals! |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
Agriculture and Math Fun
- Fun agriculture and math site with quizzes, games, and links to other
sites. |
Agriculture in the Classroom Kid's
Corner - Learn about
the role and importance of agriculture in the economy and society.
|
Ask the Answer Worm
- S.K.Worm, the official annelid, or worm, of the U.S. Department of
Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service answers students
questions about soil and stuff. |
California Deserts
- Explore the wild world of the California desert. Take a look at the area's
nature, people, and weather, or find out what to do there. There are also
lots of great photos of different desert features. |
Children's Butterfly Site
- A delightful site: pictures to color, facts to learn. Includes
bibliographies of books and videos on butterflies. |
Children's Health Protection
- Learn of some things you can do to protect health from hazards in the
environment. |
Endangered Species Picture Book
- Download an entire coloring book free at this Environmental Protection
Agency site, or just print out pictures of your favorite threatened animals.
Find out who's who and who's endangered. Color a bald eagle or a big-eared
bat. |
Energy Information Administration Kids
Page - Learn along with
Energy Ant about different types of energy. |
EPA - Kids' Stuff
- This EPA - Office of Water's web page has links to games and activities
that will help you learn about drinking water. |
EPA Global Warming Kids Site
- This site explains what global warming is, the greenhouse effect, and the
changes in climate and weather. |
Explorers' Club
- The Environmental Protection Agency's website allows you to explore your
environment and learn about the many things you can do to protect
|
FDA Kids' Page
- Learn about animal care, food safety, vaccines and much more about the
Food and Drug Administration. |
Kids' Castle
- This Smithsonian site has information to kids' questions on sports,
history, the arts, travel, science and air and space, all with great
|
Kids' Science Page - National
Agricultural Library -
Hey kids! Do you like to eat? What's your nutrition IQ? Do you really enjoy
animals? Insects too? Do you like veterinary medicine? Is engineering what
you want to do? Interested in plants or ecology? Does chemistry excite you?
Learn more about food and agricultural |
Minerals Management Service Kids Page
- Learn how Minerals Management Service (MMS), a bureau in the U.S.
Department of the Interior, is the federal agency manages the nation's
natural gas, oil and other mineral resources on the outer continental shelf
(OCS). |
NASA for Kids Only
- This NASA kids site brings the world into your playroom. Listen to an
earthquake's rumble. Look into the eye of a hurricane. Find out why the wind
blows. Visit storms up close. Play games. The kids' quizzes here feature
sound effects. Flashy graphics and well-written text make complicated
science kid-friendly. Guarantee: If a child spends at hour at this site,
she'll learn a few things most adults don't |
National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration - This
Arctic Theme Page provides access to widely distributed Arctic data and
information for scientists, students, teachers, academia, managers, decision
makers and the general public. |
National Weather Service Kids Page
- The National Weather Service's kids' page serves up age-appropriate fun
for all kids. Download an informative tornado-safety coloring book for your
preschooler. While she's coloring, your older children can click on the
Severe Storms Lab Weather Room where lightning flashes across the screen
while they choose from a mean-weather menu. Tornadoes? Hurricanes?
Lightning? Learn how to read a weather map or read about the scientists who
chase storms. Kids who want more substance can click into a litany of links.
|
National Zoo
- Visit the online exhibits, or take a tour and learn about the plants,
animals and people of the Smithsonian's National Zoo. |
Nature Net
- Learn about wildlife, plants, geologic resources in our parks, and more.
|
Nature Watch
- This USDA Forest Service site offers a unique view into wildlife, fish and
wildflowers or take a visit through a national forest. |
NIEHS Kids' Page
- Learn how the environment affects your health. Get ideas for science
projects, tackle some brainteasers, and more. |
Office of Transportation Technologies
Kids Page - This page
was made just for boys and girls that want to have fun learning about
alternative fuel cars and helping the environment. We have a great story
about an electric car and how a young boy helped his daddy buy it. We also
have a coloring book that helps you learn about cleaning the air. Have fun
with both!!! |
OPIC for Kids (U.S. Foreign Policy)
- The Overseas Private Investment helps American companies build their
businesses in developing countries, and helps support U.S. foreign policy.
OPIC provides loans, loan guaranties and political risk insurance.
|
Park Net
- Take a tour through the National Park System, explore historical place and
learn about natural resources in our parks. |
Recycle City
- There's lots to do here - people and places to visit and plenty of ways to
explore how the city's residents recycle, reduce, and reuse |
Roofus' Solar and Efficient
Neighborhood - Find out
how Roofus' Solar Home is energy smart and what makes it run.
|
Sci4Kids
- Science is everywhere you look. Learn what scientists do at the
Agricultural Research Service. You may be a student today but may already be
on your way to a career in science or farming or computers. |
The Globe Program
- Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) is a
worldwide network of students, teachers, and scientists working together to
study and understand the global environment. Students and teachers from over
10,000 schools in more than 95 countries are working with research
scientists to learn more about our planet. |
The Learning Room
- This site contains links to pages specific to certain species. Want to
know the life cycle of the boreal toad? Or why leaves change colors? Or all
about dirt? Check out these links to find out everything you wanted to know
about each of the subjects. |
The National 4-H Web
- 4-H is the youth education branch of the Cooperative Extension Service, a
program of the United States Department of Agriculture. Each state and each
county has access to a County Extension office for both youth and adult
programs. 4-H is fun with friends. 4-H is learning and doing cool things.
4-H is meetings, camp, workshops, social activities, trips, and fairs. 4-H
is leadership opportunities and helping others. 4-H is responsibility and
hard work and success. |
The NOAA Photo Library
- NOAA collection includes thousands of weather and space images, hundreds
of images of our shores and coastal seas, and thousands of marine species
images ranging from the great whales to the most minute plankton.
|
The Weather Room
- This page provides general information for kids, parents, and teachers.
Elementary school coloring books are available for parents and teachers to
print and use for weather education in the classroom or at home.
|
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service -
Especially for Kids! -
Learn about endangered species, national wildlife refuges, migratory birds,
fisheries resources , the value of wetlands, and how kids, |
US Coast Guard Kids Corner
- Here you'll find educational and fun coloring and activity books. Learn
about Arctic exploration, visit lighthouses and shipwrecks and learn about
safe boating. |
USDA Farm Agency for Kids
- This site has fun games to teach you more about farming, crops and
ranches. |
USGS - Learning Web
- Explore things on, in, around, and about the Earth such as plants and
animals, land, water, and maps. Learn how biology, geology, hydrology, and
geography can help us understand our changing world. |
Virtual Frog Dissection Kit
- This award-winning interactive program is part of the "Whole Frog"
project. You can interactively dissect a (digitized) frog named Fluffy, make
movies, and play the Virtual Frog Builder Game. The interactive Web pages
are available in a number of languages. |
Visible Earth
- If you've ever wondered what different parts of the Earth or nature look
like, this is definitely the site for you! NASA brings us a searchable
directory of pictures, images, and animations of the Earth, from pictures of
the state you live in to radar images of glaciers |
Vortex: Unraveling the Mystery
- This site contains information and pictures of how tornadoes develop and
real data collected by tornado chasers. |
Water Science for Schools
- This site offers information on many aspects of water, along with
pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions
and test your water knowledge. |
Wildlife and Plants Webpage
- Offers information from the National Park Services on plants and animals.
|
Woodsy Owl
- Woodsy Owl is a whimsical fellow and he's got his heart set on motivating
kids to form healthy, lasting relationships with nature. Woodsy encourages
youngsters to marvel at and explore the natural world, even in the city. His
new motto, "Lend a Hand--Care for the Land." encourages everyone to make a
positive difference in the world. |
Year of the Ocean
- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides
information on marine life, threatened and endangered species, facts about
the world's oceans fish, and protecting coral reefs. |
Yellowstone National Park Just for
Kids - Test your
knowledge about Yellowstone National Park. Learn about different animals,
plan a visit and learn about the history of the park. |

| Science &
Math |
Learn about rockets, weather, the human
body, outer space, science fair projects ideas and much more through these
great links. |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
Agriculture and Math Fun
- Fun agriculture and math site with quizzes, games, and links to other
sites. |
Agriculture in the Classroom Kid's
Corner - Learn about
the role and importance of agriculture in the economy and society.
|
Air Force Link Jr.
- Games, puzzles, cool stuff and a little history make this U.S. Air Force
website a quick trip to the wild blue yonder. |
Earthquakes for Kids
- Shake it up with this cool site from the USGS! Learn cool quake facts,
earthquake ABC's, and catch up on the science of seismology. You can also
explore being a geophysicist. |
Energy Information Administration Kids
Page - Learn along with
Energy Ant about different types of energy. |
FEMA for Kids
- This site teaches you how to be prepared for disasters and how you can
prevent disasters by taking action now! You can also learn what causes
disasters, play games, read stories and more. |
Jefferson Lab's Kids Corner
- Get answers to your science questions. Take a visit through the lab and
play some fun science games. |
Kids' Castle
- This Smithsonian site has information to kids' questions on sports,
history, the arts, travel, science and air and space, all with great
|
Kids' Science Page - National
Agricultural Library -
Hey kids! Do you like to eat? What's your nutrition IQ? Do you really enjoy
animals? Insects too? Do you like veterinary medicine? Is engineering what
you want to do? Interested in plants or ecology? Does chemistry excite you?
Learn more about food and agricultural |
Kidz Zone
- This site is a great a portal for energy and science education. The
material is age-graded by subject matter, with other resources for teachers.
And we now have oodles of Energy Dictionaries and Glossaries.
|
Kidzzone - Science Links
- The Department of Energy's Kidzzone offers a variety of links to science
education sites. |
Make A Light Bulb
- This robust, how-to site lets you match wits with Edison, listen to his
original tinfoil phonograph and even make your own light bulb. Learn how to
become an inventor, read the great man's thoughts, even see what he looked
like as a kid. Fun times from the Smithsonian |
NASA for Kids Only
- This NASA kids site brings the world into your playroom. Listen to an
earthquake's rumble. Look into the eye of a hurricane. Find out why the wind
blows. Visit storms up close. Play games. The kids' quizzes here feature
sound effects. Flashy graphics and well-written text make complicated
science kid-friendly. Guarantee: If a child spends at hour at this site,
she'll learn a few things most adults don't |
National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration - This
Arctic Theme Page provides access to widely distributed Arctic data and
information for scientists, students, teachers, academia, managers, decision
makers and the general public. |
National Oceanic Atmospheric
Administration - Research
- The goal of the site is to provide middle school science students and
teachers with research and investigation experiences using on-line
|
National Science Foundation
- Find out why. Get answers to your questions about inventions, discoveries,
the ocean, science and much more. |
National Weather Service Kids Page
- The National Weather Service's kids' page serves up age-appropriate fun
for all kids. Download an informative tornado-safety coloring book for your
preschooler. While she's coloring, your older children can click on the
Severe Storms Lab Weather Room where lightning flashes across the screen
while they choose from a mean-weather menu. Tornadoes? Hurricanes?
Lightning? Learn how to read a weather map or read about the scientists who
chase storms. Kids who want more substance can click into a litany of links.
|
National Zoo
- Visit the online exhibits, or take a tour and learn about the plants,
animals and people of the Smithsonian's National Zoo. |
Nature Net
- Learn about wildlife, plants, geologic resources in our parks, and more.
|
Nature Watch
- This USDA Forest Service site offers a unique view into wildlife, fish and
wildflowers or take a visit through a national forest. |
Park Net
- Take a tour through the National Park System, explore historical place and
learn about natural resources in our parks. |
Sci4Kids
- Science is everywhere you look. Learn what scientists do at the
Agricultural Research Service. You may be a student today but may already be
on your way to a career in science or farming or computers. |
Science in the Home
- All kinds of links to cool science stuff. |
Taking America's Measure
- Today, the modern products we take for granted like computers, video
games, mobile phones, and DVD players depend on having one very precise,
very reliable measuring system that everyone has agreed to use. But what
exactly is a measuring system and what does it mean to you? Find out while
having fun at this site with puzzles, riddles and games from the National
Institute of Standards and Technology. |
The NOAA Photo Library
- NOAA collection includes thousands of weather and space images, hundreds
of images of our shores and coastal seas, and thousands of marine species
images ranging from the great whales to the most minute plankton.
|
The Space Place
- Amazing facts and fun activities to do to learn more about space science.
|
The Weather Room
- This page provides general information for kids, parents, and teachers.
Elementary school coloring books are available for parents and teachers to
print and use for weather education in the classroom or at home.
|
US Patent and Trademark Office Kids
Page - What are
patents, trademarks and copyrights you ask? Here you will find the answers
to the most frequently asked questions about |
USDA for Kids
- Learn about resource conservation, gardening and science to farming and
food safety. |
USFA Kids Page
- The U.S. Fire Administration's kids page is full of tips that can help you
and your family be safe from fire. Test your knowledge identify fire hazards
and escape planning knowledge. |
Virtual Frog Dissection Kit
- This award-winning interactive program is part of the "Whole Frog"
project. You can interactively dissect a (digitized) frog named Fluffy, make
movies, and play the Virtual Frog Builder Game. The interactive Web pages
are available in a number of languages. |
Visible Earth
- If you've ever wondered what different parts of the Earth or nature look
like, this is definitely the site for you! NASA brings us a searchable
directory of pictures, images, and animations of the Earth, from pictures of
the state you live in to radar images of glaciers |
Walk Through Time
- Provides information on ancient calendars, early clocks, revolution in
timekeeping, the "Atomic Age" and more. |
Water Science for Schools
- This site offers information on many aspects of water, along with
pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions
and test your water knowledge. |
Weather Education and Safety Homepage
- Provides information on weather terms, satellites and radar, tornadoes,
etc. Has quizzes and some fun stuff to do. |
Wildlife and Plants Webpage
- Offers information from the National Park Services on plants and animals.
|
Yellowstone National Park Just for
Kids - Test your
knowledge about Yellowstone National Park. Learn about different animals,
plan a visit and learn about the history of the park. |

| Space |
As you look at the evening sky - do you
think to yourself "I wonder what it's like up there?" "Is the moon really
made of cheese?" "How much wood would a woodchuck chuck?" Huh? Never mind,
just seeing if you were paying attention. Anyway, here are some links to
some awesome space sites. |
Government Sites
(these sites are not maintained by kids.gov *) |
Basics of Space Flights
- This module is the first in a sequence of training modules that pertain to
space flight operations activities. |
Just For Kids - Johnson Space Center
- This site has great links such as sending your name to Mars, living in
space, and becoming a virtual astronaut. |
NASA Kids
- Here are the answers to everything you wanted to know about space and the
solar system, track the location of space shuttles and stations, or learn
about rockets or mapping the earth from space. |
NASA Quest
- This site lets you meet and learn about NASA people and space science.
Check out the Space Team Online, Aerospace Team Online, Solar System Online,
and Deep Space Online. |
NASA's Observatorium
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration site for Earth and space
data with pictures of the Earth, planets, stars, and other cool stuff, as
well as the stories behind those images. |
National Imagery & Mapping Agency
- NIMA makes maps and provides imagery in support of our national defense.
Groups that help with national defense are the Army, Navy, Air Force,
Marines and others in the federal government. NIMA's information is also
used by airplane pilots and boat captains. |
StarChild - A Learning Center for
Young Astronomers - The
Sun, moon, comets and asteroids oh my! Here you will find interesting
information about a lot of amazing space subjects. By the time you have
completed the Space Stuff Section, you will be an expert on becoming an
astronaut and space probes. |
The Space Place
- Amazing facts and fun activities to do to learn more about space science.
|
When I Grow Up
- Students will research information within the NASA web community to
identify jobs at NASA. |
Women of NASA
- The Women of NASA resource was developed to encourage more young women to
pursue careers in math, science, and technology. |

Additional
FirstGov Sites:
FirstGov Your first click to the U.S. Government
Agriculture and Food Information about U.S. farm programs,
and food and drug safety.
Arts and Culture Access some of the United States' most
prominent national cultural institutions, including the Smithsonian Institution,
the National Endowment for the Arts, and the National Endowment for the
Humanities.
Benefits and Grants Information on benefits such as Social
Security, Medicare, pensions, and food assistance, along with information on
federal grant programs for states, localities, non-profits, and educational
institutions.
Business and Economy Federal links to economic, labor
and employment statistics, trade, and workplace safety information and
resources.
Consumer Services and Safety Public safety, products,
workplace, investments and more.
Defense and Global Affairs Includes links and information
about defense, trade, travel, immigration, and foreign aid.
Education, Jobs & Volunteers Links to job banks, electronic
resumes, online learning, computers, literacy and family support resources, and
information about federal employment and volunteer opportunities.
Environment and Energy Information regarding environment,
energy, weather, wildlife, and natural resources.
Health Includes answers to questions about health, drugs,
insurance, and safety, as well as medical references with the most up to date
information regarding health and health care.
Home and Community Provides housing and community
information about financing and maintaining a home, building or improving a safe
and livable community, and what to do in emergencies and disasters.
Money and Taxes Federal government information and tips
about money, credit, taxes and investing, as well as consumer anti-theft and
fraud information.
Public Service
and Volunteer Opportunities
Information about federal employment and volunteer opportunities.
Recreation and Travel
Find information on travel by land,
water, and air including transportation safety and statistics, customs
requirements, and weather forecasts.
Science and Technology Links visitors to information on
science, technology, patents, space, research and grants.
Voting and Elections
Find information on registering to vote, absentee voting, the electoral process,
campaign financing and reform, contacting elected officials, absentee ballots,
voting districts, volunteering and much more.

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No
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