Space Tools Galileo Galilei was born February 15, 1564. He was the first to use a telescope to look at the night sky. Learn about inventions that help us understand the universe better. Supercool Space Tools Supercool Space Tools (PDF)

Government Sites

Ask A Scientist - Do you have a burning science question you want to ask, this site is where you can submit your questions.

Engineering, Industry, and Invention - This site has many resources on topics, such as manufacturing, energy and power, and invention and innovation.

Geospatial Intelligence - Learn all about geospatial intelligence - imagery, imagery intelligence, analysis, and world geography.

NASA @ Home and City - Have you ever wondered how space exploration impacts your daily life? Discover it here. (Flash required)

Rocket Science 101 - NASA has created this website that allows you the opportunity to learn how two different types of rockets (the Delta II and the Atlas V) are constructed.

Science Facts - Get the answers to life's most interesting questions through scientific inquiry; it will introduce you to the Library of Congress' rich collections in science and technology.

Walk Through Time - Provides information on ancient calendars, early clocks, revolution in timekeeping, the "Atomic Age" and more.

Other Resources

24/7 Science - Lawrence Hall of Science - In these interactives, use your hands, feet, eyes, ears, brain, imagination and cool tools to experiment, design, test and discover amazing things about the world around you. It's science and it's fun!

Fuel Our Future - Middle School Students - Learn everything you can about car design, environmental impact, energy efficiency and alternative fuels.

Greatest Engineering Achievments of the 20th Century - How many of the 20th century's greatest engineering achievements will you use today? A car? Computer? Telephone? Explore this list of the top 20 achievements.

Nanooze - The Science Web Magazine for Kids - Learn about the world that is too small to see and making tiny things using something called nanotechnology.

The Body Explained - This video production answers a number of common questions about how the body works. Covers topics such as why our ears pop, why we sneeze, and what causes hiccups.

Young Scientist Challenge - This is a premiere national science competition for students in grades 5 through 8. The Young Scientist Challenge is designed to encourage the exploration of science and to promote the importance of science communication.

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