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Frontiers for Young Minds
Science articles reviewed by scientists and edited with help from children, covering space, nature, health, and the world around us.
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PhET Interactive Simulations
Free research-based simulations for exploring physics, chemistry, biology, Earth science, and mathematics.
Science Journal for Kids and Teens
Free science articles written for students and approved by scientists, with topics spanning biology, health, climate, and the environment.
BBC Bitesize
Free curriculum-linked lessons, games, quizzes, and study support for children and teenagers.
Canadian Space Agency Youth and Educators
Space books, experiments, digital games, printables, toolkits, and classroom ideas from the Canadian Space Agency.
Learning Adventures
Free learning games and interactive ebooks for children in grades K–5, with math, science, reading, and history adventures.
National Geographic Education
Free maps, videos, interactives, events, and classroom resources that help learners explore geography, science, and the world.
Inquiry in Action
Free K-5 physical science lesson plans, student activity sheets, animations, and hands-on investigations from the American Chemical Society.
InquiryMind
Free primary learning with read-aloud lessons, science and maths simulations, games, practice questions, and worksheets for kindergarten through Grade 5.
Khan Academy
A broad free learning platform with practice and lessons across math, science, computing, reading, and more.
NOAA Ocean Service for Students
Free ocean science tutorials about corals, tides, currents, coastal pollution, estuaries, and navigation from NOAA.
Royal Institution Explore Science
Science videos, stories, podcasts, and collection highlights from the Royal Institution for curious learners and families.
Science.gc.ca Educational Resources
Free science activities, experiments, videos, lesson plans, and activity books for children and teens from the Government of Canada.
The Tech Interactive
A family-friendly science and technology center with hands-on exhibits, experimental labs, design challenges, and youth engineering programs.
Australian Museum Kids
Free kids activities, science programs, exhibitions, and family learning from the Australian Museum in Sydney.
Children's Museum Houston
A hands-on children’s museum with exhibits, science and math activities, arts, workshops, and family events in Houston.
Children's Museum of Manhattan
A hands-on museum for young children with interactive learning, arts, science, culture, daily experiences, and early-childhood classes.
Children’s University of Manchester
Interactive science, history, health, environment, and student-life modules for primary-age learners from the University of Manchester.
CU Museum Family Activities
Free science, nature, art, and family activities from the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History.
EIA Energy Kids
Kid-friendly explanations, games, activities, and teacher materials about energy, sources, history, and saving energy.
EPA Students
Free K–12 environmental homework help, games, quizzes, videos, lesson plans, and project ideas from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Field Day Learning Games
Free narrative learning games from a University of Wisconsin–Madison lab, designed with researchers and educators to explore science, history, journalism, and environmental topics.
Field Museum Visiting with Kids
Family museum visits, adventure guides, and hands-on natural history experiences at Chicago’s Field Museum.
Franklin Institute Science and Education
Science activities, engineering ideas, youth programs, videos, and classroom resources from The Franklin Institute.
Howtosmile
Free, searchable STEM activities from museums, public media, universities, and educational organisations for families and educators.
Leap into Science
Open-ended science activities paired with children’s books for young learners and families from The Franklin Institute.
Learn.Genetics
University of Utah science learning with interactive genetics, cells, evolution, ecology, human health, neuroscience, and virtual lab activities.
Museum of Science Boston Learning
Museum educator resources with STEM activities, family engineering, science games, and classroom-ready learning ideas.
Natural History Museum London Family Activities
Family activities, dinosaur discoveries, nature learning, and hands-on science ideas from London’s Natural History Museum.
Science Learning Hub
New Zealand science learning resources with articles, activities, videos, experiments, and teacher support for school-age learners.
California Academy of Sciences Kids
Family-friendly exhibits, live science programs, and child-focused activities at San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences.
CK-12
Free K–12 learning with digital textbooks, flashcards, adaptive practice, simulations, and Flexi support across math and science.
e-learning for kids
Free digital learning for children worldwide, with separate Math World and Science World portals plus support for parents and teachers.
Natural History Museum Discover
Science and nature facts, news, and stories about animals, fossils, Earth history, and the research behind the natural world.
Natural History Museum LA Family Activities
Family crafts, games, stories, and nature learning from the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
Research Quest
Interactive science investigations from the Natural History Museum of Utah that help middle-school learners examine real-world questions.
Science First Class
Free spoken and interactive science learning adventures for children, with lessons about evidence, nature, matter, motion, and space.
Science Friday Educational Resources
Science activities, games, experiments, and explainers from Science Friday for curious learners, families, and educators.
Science Museum Group Learning Resources
A large collection of science, engineering, medicine, technology, and space activities, objects, videos, and printable resources.
Science News Explores
Accessible science news, explainers, experiments, and stories for readers from middle school onward.
Science North
Museum-backed science learning with exhibits, family science, school resources, and hands-on discovery from Science North in Northern Ontario.
STEM for Others General Science
A free grades 3 to 6 science course with hands-on labs and lessons covering chemistry, physics, and engineering.
BrainPOP Jr.
Animated lessons, activities, and learning resources for young learners across science, math, reading, health, social studies, and the arts.
Britannica Kids
Reference articles, images, videos, and activities that help young researchers explore science, animals, history, and geography.
CDC Elementary Student Resources
Free comics, games, apps, videos, and activities that introduce elementary students to public health and healthy choices.
Discovery Cube
Hands-on science museums in Southern California with exhibits, field trips, free online activities, STEM events, and family learning.
Early Science Matters
Free hands-on science activities, lesson plans, videos, and expert guidance for children from birth through age five.
Florida Museum Kids
Science, animals, nature walks, family programs, and exploration ideas from the Florida Museum of Natural History.
Kids Doing Science
Science games, at-home experiments, videos, and research explanations from New York University researchers.
New York State Museum Education
Museum-backed art, science, history, and family learning programs with online activities, videos, lessons, and teacher guides.
Science Buddies
Hands-on science and engineering project ideas, experiment guides, and teacher resources for home and school.
Small Fry Games
Free browser games for curious children, with playful practice in early learning, reading, addition, science, and observation.
Story Time From Space
Children’s books and science videos read and demonstrated from space, connecting literacy with real space exploration.
FunScienceTools
Free science simulations, visuals, citizen-science tools, and teacher-recommended resources organized by school level and topic.
LearnerKits
Free browser-based science simulations and virtual experiments for students in grades 6-12.
Shoebox Lab
Free hands-on science kits and captioned videos that help children investigate gravity, matter, and motion.
TechEd4Kids
Free interactive science and math experiments, games, and lessons designed for learners in grades 6-12.
TIME for Kids
Current-events articles, science stories, and age-leveled reading for children in kindergarten through grade 6.
Weather Education
Free weather experiments, curriculum, and science learning activities from the National Weather Museum.
Mystery Science
Hands-on elementary science lessons built around intriguing questions, videos, and investigations.
Generation Genius
Standards-aligned science videos, lesson plans, activities, and assessments for elementary and middle school.
Whyville
A long-running virtual world with more than 100 games and activities spanning science, maths, creativity, and community play.
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