Eat Well GuideThe Eat Well Guide is a free online directory of thousands of family farms, restaurants, markets and other outlets that offer local, fresh and sustainable food in the United States and Canada. Visitors simply enter a zip or postal code to search for food that is free of antibiotics and added hormones, and produced by healthy and humane methods that include organic, pasture-raised and heritage
Food RoutesThe goal of this Web site is to provide timely information, resources and market opportunities for the food and farming community, community-based nonprofits, the food concerned public, policy makers and the media.
Local HarvestProvides directories and services to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies.
US Department of AgricultureUSDA.gov is an access point to all USDA agencies and offices, and an information source for department news and services.
Becoming HumanHosts an interactive documentary which explores human evolution through the ages, featuring articles, book reviews, education materials, and other resources.
CIA World FactbookCountless geographic, political, cultural, economic, and demographic statistics and facts about nations and peoples all over the world compiled by the Central Intelligence Agency.
Country ReportsOver 26,000 pages of statistical data and cultural information for students, parents, teachers, and researchers alike.
HubbleSiteFeatures images of space exploration harvested by the Hubble Space telescope, regularly updated and including discussion, facts, history, and more.
Neave PlanetariumA web-based planetarium that allows you to seamlessly explore the night sky, allowing for configuration of all time and location data and cataloging stars and constellations.
Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) InstituteBy: The SETI Institute. The SETI Institute provides information about scientific research in the general field of life in the universe with an emphasis on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. It is a non-profit research organization and has nothing to do with UFOs.
Traditions of the SunExplores the history and anthropology of different civilizations’ traditions, science, and understanding of the sun and skies.
United States Naval ObservatoryThe ultimate time resource plus information on astronomical phenomena.
UniverscaleA scaled animation comparing the relative sizes of objects in the known universe from the largest (the universe itself) to the smallest (a proton).
Plant Information OnlineHosts detailed information about tens of thousands of plants via their searchable database. You will find descriptions of the plants, high quality photos and detailed care information.
PlantCareOffers an extensive plant database to find information on thousands of outdoor and indoor house plants, allows you to participate in and discuss your favorite gardening topics in the plant forum, shop for home and garden products, and expand your plant knowledge with hundreds of gardening tips and guides.
PLANTS databaseInformation on plants in the U.S. and its territories, from the National Plant Data Center.
Build an AtomDisplays the complete atomic structure of each of the periodic elements via a drop-down menu. Includes a legend and large, clear images.
Chemicool Periodic TableA clickable periodic table of the elements.
Dynamic Periodic TableA web-based periodic table containing countless details, descriptions, and values for all the elements.
General Chemistry OnlineProvides a wide range of lessons, experiments, explanations, and articles on general chemistry.
Hazardous Chemical DatabaseSearchable database of information on almost 2,000 chemicals. Entries include any synonyms, the formula, registry numbers, a physical description, and a link for the DOT number. Following this link will take you to that chemical's Safety Guide, which includes potential hazards, public safety guidelines, and emergency responses.
American Red CrossThe hub for information and tools for disaster, biomedical, health and safety, international, community, volunteer, and youth services through the American Red Cross.
Federal Emergency Management AgencyGives Homeland Security threat level, storm watch, active disasters and preparedness information.
Global Disaster Alert and Coordination SystemProvides near real-time alerts about natural disasters around the world and tools to facilitate response coordination, including media monitoring, map catalogues and Virtual On-Site Operations Coordination Centre.
National Hurricane CenterBy: National Hurricane Center/Tropical Prediction Center. From Coral Gables, Florida, the National Hurricane Center monitors and distributes warnings and watches for hurricanes over the Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico and Eastern Pacific. Includes both historical and current information.
Ready.govSponsored by the Department of Homeland Security, the Ready Campaign asks individuals to do three key things to prepare for the unexpected: get an emergency supply kit, make a family emergency plan, and be informed about the different types of emergencies that could occur and their appropriate responses.
ReliefWebDesigned specifically to assist the international humanitarian community in effective delivery of emergency assistance, it provides timely, reliable and relevant information as events unfold, while emphasizing the coverage of "forgotten emergencies" at the same time.
Earth GuideAn animated and interactive analysis of the macroscopic systems that make our planet what it is.
Mineralogy DatabaseThis mineral database contains 4,442 individual mineral species descriptions with links and a comprehensive image library.
Pacific Northwest Seismograph NetworkLists and describes recent earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest and worldwide
The Dynamic EarthA multimedia exploration of the many processes and systems that make up our planet, developed by the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Visible EarthA catalog of NASA images and animations of our home planet browseable by satellite, sensor, collection, country, or state.
ExploratoriumOnline since 1993, they were one of the first museums to bring their collections to the web, which includes more than 18 thousand pages of content over more than 100 topics.
Frank Potter's Science GemsFor students, parents, teachers, scientists, engineers and mathematicians. More than 14,000 Science Resources sorted by Category, Subcategory, and Grade Level.
Kapili.comOffers an assortment of educational sites on science and mathematics gauged towards children and young adults.
Science NetlinksProvides a wealth of resources for k-12 science educators for meaningful standards-based student experiences.
Science ToysMake toys at home with common household materials, often in only a few minutes, that demonstrate fascinating scientific principles.
Breathing EarthA flash-based visualization that displays approximate cardon dioxide emission levels for every country in the world, as well as birth and death rates, in simulated real-time.
Climate Change: US EPAEPA's Climate Change Site offers comprehensive information on the issue of climate change in a way that is accessible and meaningful to all parts of society – communities, individuals, business, states and localities, and governments.
TreehuggerNews, feature, and article web-portal connecting users to information and services on the environment and “green” living.
Yahoo! GreenA wide variety of collected tools, features, articles, statistics, and forums centered around green living, environmentalism, sustainability, and global warming.
Closer to Truth: Science, Meaning, and the FutureBrings together leading scientists, scholars and artists to debate the latest discoveries in science, technology, and society and their impact on the human condition.
ECHOExploring and Collecting History Online. Virtual Center for the History of Science, Technology & Medicine.
Encyclopedia of LifeThe EOL dynamically synthesizes biodiversity knowledge about all known species, including their taxonomy, geographic distribution, collections, genetics, evolutionary history, morphology, behavior, ecological relationships, and importance for human well being, and distributes this information through the Internet.
How Stuff WorksA large collection of comprehensive articles written editorial staff, accompanied by images and video, about how many different things in our world work.
National GeographicSupports critical expeditions and scientific fieldwork, encourages geography education for students, promotes natural and cultural conservation, and inspires audiences through new media, vibrant exhibitions, and live events.
Science.govServes as the portal to all of the US Government's organizations or agencies doing work in the area of science.
Flash EarthAccesses aerial and satellite imagery from popular mapping services to provide a multi-source comprehensive cartographic tool.
Google EarthSatellite imagery, maps, terrain, and 3d buildings compiled and visualized by Google, integrated with their advanced search functionality.
My Wonderful WorldA campaign led by National Geographic to expand geographic learning at home, at school, and in communities around the world.
National AtlasCollects a wide variety of historical, cultural, and contemporary maps covering all manner of US demographics and cartographics.
ArkiveARKive is the Noah's Ark for the Internet era - a unique global initiative, gathering together into one centralised digital library, films, photographs and audio recordings of the world’s species.
Human Anatomy OnlineEach topic has animations, 100’s of graphics, and thousands of descriptive links covering the whole range of the body’s many systems.
Life Science ReferenceFree resource for biology related information run by enthusiasts from all around the world. Home to articles, essays, reports, tutorials and other biology-related projects.
Tree of LifeThe Tree of Life Web Project is a collection of information about biodiversity compiled collaboratively by hundres of expert and amateur contributors. Its goal is to contain a page with pictures, text, and other information for every species and for each group of organisms, living or extinct.
Northwest TrekOregon Zoo in PortlandPacific Science CenterPoint Defiance ZooSeattle AquariumWoodland Park ZooEquationSheetAllows you to create complex equations drawing from a large library of symbols, functions, formulas, and more.
Math2A variety of math theories, principles, and examples collected together by subject.
MathWorldOffers capsule summaries for more than 300 mathematical terms, articles, interactive geometry demonstrations, education-oriented resources, and more.
Online ConversionConvert just about anything to anything else. Over 5,000 units, and 30,000 conversions.
The Math Worksheet SiteHelps you create an endless supply of math worksheets. The interface gives you the ability to customize each worksheet to target a student's specific needs. Every worksheet is created when you request it, so they are different every time.
Motion Mountain: The Free Physics TextbookBased on the premise that most physics textbooks are somewhat incomplete, uninteresting, and inaccessible, this site offers a comprehensive, hypertextual, free physics textbook available in a wide variety of common languages.
My Physics LabHome to dozens of physics simulations operating in real-time with interactive features and variables, allowing users to see fundamental and complex principles and theories in action under different parameters.
Physics.orgProduced by the Institute of Physics, this website contains a feature-rich search engine which draws from over 7,000 scientist-screened websites for answer to all your physics-related questions. Also include interactive demonstrations, featured articles, frequently asked questions, information for scholars and those interested in a career in physics, and a calendar of events and activities all over the world.
Ars TechnicaSpecializes in original news and reviews, analysis of technology trends, and expert advice on topics ranging from the most fundamental aspects of technology to the many ways technology is helping us enjoy our world.
CNETProvides users with information, tools, and advice that help you decide what to buy and how to get the most out of your technology. On their site you can: read the lastest technology news, watch videos and demonstrations, listen to podcasts, download software, post and read consumer reviews, and learn from an objective source about the products and technologies that best meet your needs.
SlashdotCommunity and editorially submitted news from around the web on technology. Self-sloganed: “News for nerds. Stuff that matters.”
TechcrunchA weblog dedicated to profiling and reviewing new Internet products and companies. In addition to covering new companies, they profile existing companies that are making an impact (commercial and/or cultural) on the present and future world wide web.
Animal Diversity WebBy: University of Michigan. This site includes a collection of pictures and information that can be searched by Latin name or common name. Accounts of individual species include information on distribution, natural history, conservation and economic importance.
Complete Work of Charles Darwin OnlineContains Darwin’s complete publications, thousands of handwritten manuscripts, and the largest Darwin bibliography and manuscript catalog ever published.
Endangered Species Home PageBy: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Information on endangered plants and animals, including photos, statistics, state listings, and the complete text of the Endangered Species Act.
Red List of Threatened AnimalsBy: World Conservation Monitoring Centre. Search for information on a particular animal by entering a species or common name. Allows searching by country and threat category.
SeaWorld / Busch Gardens ANIMALSFeatures a large multimedia-enriched encyclopedia of animals, career guides, teacher resources, an entertainment area, and information about their parks and services. All types of animals, not just those at SeaWorld.
Smithsonian National Zoological ParkA resource center for animals, protection of endangered species, programs and activities, and zoological education.
Zoos WorldwideMaintains a listing of zoos and various facilities that care for animals all around the world, including zoo web-cams, links, and other resources.