Science websites
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NASA Space Place
Games, crafts, stories, animations, and activities that make space and Earth science approachable for kids.
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NASA Climate Kids
Kid-friendly climate science, experiments, games, and explainers from NASA.
NASA Kids' Club
NASA games, astronaut stories, mission pictures, and STEM activities for younger learners.
Wonderpip
A calm browser-based learning space with early maths, reading, science, art, music, stories, and puzzles.
JPL Education
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory STEM resources, lessons, projects, videos, and activities for K-12 learners and educators.
OLogy
A free American Museum of Natural History science site with games, stories, hands-on activities, videos, and K-8 learning resources.
BBC Bitesize
Teacher- and subject-expert learning support covering school subjects, revision, homework, and wellbeing.
Khan Academy
A broad free learning platform with practice and lessons across math, science, computing, reading, and more.
MicroBlocks
A free, live block-programming environment for making interactive projects with microcontrollers, sensors, lights, and motors.
NASA STEM Engagement
NASA STEM activities, educator guides, challenges, and mission-linked learning resources.
Smithsonian Kids
Museum-backed art, history, science, nature, and space activities, games, interactives, and family guides.
American Museum of Natural History
Museum learning resources, science activities, games, videos, and family exhibits spanning nature, space, Earth science, and culture.
Exploratorium
Museum-backed science learning with hands-on activities, Science Snacks, tinkering projects, videos, and teaching tools.
Kodu Game Lab
A visual game-making environment for children to build 3D worlds, stories, and games with simple programming tiles.
Monterey Bay Aquarium Crafts & Printables
Ocean-themed crafts, coloring pages, stencils, drawing activities, and printable learning projects for children.
Science Learning Hub
New Zealand science learning resources with articles, activities, videos, experiments, and teacher support for school-age learners.
Aquarium of the Pacific
Family-friendly ocean learning with animal exhibits, hands-on programs, conservation stories, and children’s educational activities.
Chrome Music Lab
Hands-on browser experiments that help children explore rhythm, melody, sound, drawing, and the connections between music, science, math, and art.
ESA Kids
Space science stories, missions, games, and activities from the European Space Agency.
Science News Explores
Accessible science news, explainers, experiments, and stories for readers from middle school onward.
Science World
A Vancouver science centre with hands-on exhibits, live shows, family programs, digital learning, and educator resources.
Britannica Kids
Reference articles, images, videos, and activities that help young researchers explore science, animals, history, and geography.
Microsoft MakeCode
Browser-based coding environments for micro:bit, Minecraft, Arcade, and other creative projects.
National Geographic Kids
Fact-filled animal, science, and geography content for curious kids.
Science Sparks
Hands-on science experiments, STEM challenges, printable activities, and science explanations for children and families.
TeachEngineering
Standards-aligned engineering lessons, activities, and design challenges for K–12 learners.
Bird Academy
Cornell Lab bird courses, sound identification, games, and field-learning resources for curious young naturalists and families.
NOAA Ocean Service Education
Ocean, coastal, mapping, and marine science activities and background resources.
Animal Fact Guide
A colorful animal reference with species facts, quizzes, wildlife articles, and age-friendly nature learning.
FreeRice
Educational trivia and vocabulary games that let players learn while supporting the UN World Food Programme.
National Geographic Kids
Animal facts, games, videos, and exploration features that encourage children to ask questions about science and the world.
National Park Service Kids
A gateway to Junior Ranger badges, citizen science, camps, service projects, and outdoor learning across U.S. national parks.
PBS LearningMedia
Teacher-curated videos, interactives, lesson resources, and classroom collections from public media.
TED-Ed
Animated lessons and discussion prompts across science, culture, language, history, and ideas.
TryEngineering
Engineering lesson plans, activities, games, and career stories from IEEE for young learners.
Mystery Science
Hands-on elementary science lessons built around intriguing questions, videos, and investigations.
Ocean School
Immersive videos and learning journeys that connect children with ocean science and stewardship.
Physics Girl
Physics experiments, demonstrations, puzzles, and space videos hosted by science communicator Dianna Cowern.
Amoeba Sisters
Friendly biology videos, handouts, and study resources for learners exploring life science.
Baamboozle
Teacher-made classroom games for review, speaking practice, vocabulary, science, social-emotional learning, and quick group play.
DK Find Out!
Illustrated fact pages and videos covering science, animals, history, geography, and the world around us.
LEGO Education
Hands-on STEM, robotics, and coding curriculum built around LEGO Education sets and classroom projects.
San Diego Zoo Kids
Animal facts, videos, games, and conservation stories from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.
Science Kids
Fun science facts, experiments, projects, games, videos, and quizzes for elementary and middle-grade learners.
Generation Genius
Standards-aligned science videos, lesson plans, activities, and assessments for elementary and middle school.
Highlights Kids
A playful collection of jokes, games, crafts, activities, polls, and creative challenges for elementary-age kids.
KiwiCo Activities
Hands-on science, art, engineering, and craft activities with instructions for family projects.
Maker Camp
Project-based making activities that combine science, engineering, art, and creative problem solving.
Newsela
Differentiated nonfiction articles and quizzes designed for classroom reading practice.
Turtle Diary
Interactive educational games, videos, quizzes, worksheets, experiments, and activities for preschool through grade 5.
World Book Kids
Child-friendly encyclopedia articles, media, activities, and research tools, often accessed through libraries.
Earth Rangers
A conservation-focused app with animal missions, games, facts, and ways for children to take action.
DIY
Skill-based creative challenges that invite children to make, build, explore, and share projects.
Kids Discover
Visual nonfiction articles and interactive lessons covering science, history, geography, and social studies.
National Children’s Museum
Hands-on museum exhibits, maker activities, and family learning experiences in Washington, DC.
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