There are quite a few CDRoms, see for those available. If you would like to use them, just ask at the counter. However,
since September's upgrade I'm not too sure how many still work - let
me know of any problems.
Shelf Numbers
Acid rain.
363.73
Alternative energy
621.4
Amazon Basin
915 BRA
Environment
333.7
Greenhouse Effect
363.73
Nuclear energy
333.792
Ozone layer
551.51
Pollution.
363.73
Rainforests
333.75
Recycling
363.72
Environment
Atmospheric
Environment
Covers every aspect of pollution. Two ways to find info: via
the Topic Tree then click on Bart Simpson or the Professor for the
information via
the Search tab
Energy
Quest Easy to access with lots of links, pictures and information.
Despite the American bias, especially in the famous scientists section,
it is well worth using.
Look in Transportation for
alternative energy powered vehicles.
Global
Warming
Information about climate change and what is being done.
NB The links are in pale green,just move the cursor over them to
activate.
DC Circuits
Starts with circuit symbols and ends with Kirchhoff's Laws. For key stage 4 students there is an interactive self-test provided at each stage.
Energy Quest Easy to access with lots of links, pictures and information. Despite the
American bias, especially in the famous scientists section, it is
well worth using.
Look
in Transportation for alternative energy powered vehicles.
GCSE Physics
This is a useful site for students looking for information on specific details. Great for revision. Some sections are restricted to members only.
Make a splash with color
Choose your favourite colour (or color - the site is American) and compare it with the results from others. Very detailed information is provided about the nature of colour, forms of light, the eye and how we see.
Balancing Equations and Reaction Types
Over 100 problems for key stage 4 science students who want to practise
their skill at balancing chemical equations. A great revision site.
Creative Chemistry
Looks good - from general to 'A' Level topics. Crosswords, wordsearches etc
Chemistry Central
This site has basic atomic information, details about chemical bonding
and a copy of the periodic table. A good primer for key stage 3 science
and useful revision for GCSE.
GCSE
Chemistry
This is a useful site for students looking for information on specific
details such as the test for carbon dioxide. The text can be accessed
through a periodic table, an index or a subject contents list. Great
for revision. Some sections are restricted to members only.
Weather Channel
Worth a look - enter the post code to get statistics.
Climate Kaleidoscope
KS3 & KS4. Looks in particular at climate change. Includes useful
section on photosynthesis. Simple but clear animations used. For some reason 'Bess' has blocked it - try it at home.
Human
Body Homepage -BBCi Science Descriptions of the human body annotated with interactive diagrams
and links to relevant t.v/radio and news articles. Excellent interactive
quizzes.
Probe
the Brain
Become a virtual brain surgeon and map out the brain's motor cortex
on this animated patient. Further information is contained in a brief
history and map of the motor cortex, which are relevant to key stage
3 and 4 pupils.
Visible
Embryo
A simple but effective site showing the development of the foetus
from conception to birth. Access to detailed week-by-week developmental
details is via a spiral diagram showing the development of the human
embryo. For key stage 4 students.
Wonders
of Microbes
Authoritative text explaining the different types of microbe and
their uses. The site is suitable for KS4 science students who will
find information about bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi and protists.
The
Great Plant Escape: Plant Parts
A series of pages takes students through the parts of a plant.
Style is KS3 but once over the graphics could be useful for KS4 students
looking at plant structure and function.
Shelf Numbers
Amphibians
597.8
Birds
598.2
Fish
597
Insects
595
Mammals
599s
Reptiles
597.9
Sharks
597.3
Zoology - animals.
590s
Zoology - animals
etc
Alien Empire
Insects in all their 'glory'. Excellent multimedia presentations.
Arctic Wildlife Portfolio
Stunning photographs and information on Arctic birds, mammals and
sea mammals.
Just
for Kids
This user-friendly site has an excellent 'Stuff to Do' section with
interactive crosswords, puzzles etc. It is part of the Rare
Species Conservatory Foundation website, useful for study purposes.
Kids' Planet
has some superb animal fact sheets and some excellent interactive
games. For anyone interested in wolves, their World Wide Wolves site
is worth investigating.
The Sea
All aspects of 'the sea', including exploration, plus excellent picture
gallery. (It even has some games - but do NOT download them!)
WildFacts
BBC Nature's rapidly-growing database of facts and figures about animals
- their vital statistics, habits, habitats and global distribution.
Includes images, video and audio.
Enchanted Learning.com
Don't be put off by the title. This is an amazing site with picture printouts, information and quizzes on many subjects.
Energy Quest Easy to access with lots of links, pictures and information. Look in transport for alternative energy powered vehicles. Despite the American bias, especially in the famous scientists section, it is well worth using.
Extreme Science
A 'records' type site, eg biggest spider, highest waterfall etc. Good fun!
Fact Monster
Very useful. Clear, easy to understand and packed with facts.
Hollywood Science
Seen the TV programme? The reality check on 6 blockbusters films.
How Stuff Works
Really useful - once you get beyond the Americanisms. Searchable and offers print versions of the documents, ie without the adverts.
Learning Alive
You'll want the Secondary Section for educational resources and links. Very accessible site.
a Science Odyssey
Discoveries of the 20th century, presented in various formats including the Marvel Superhero style of 'On the Edge'.
Science Year Library Excellent portal site. Go to the site's Library Resources. Many of the better sites listed have been added to the subject lists below.
The Why? Files
Science behind the news. Check out the archives for some fascinating stuff.
via
the Topic Tree then click on Bart Simpson or the Professor for the
information