Although it covers nearly three-quarters of the Earth, scientists call the ocean our planet’s last frontier, and say that we know more about the moon then we do the seafloor. While oceanographers are racing to learn more about the deep …[Continue]
Zoo Animals
June is National Zoo and Aquarium month, and today we are going on a virtual zoo hop. I hope you enjoy the lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my!…[Continue]
Turtles
Turtles are reptiles with hard, bony shells and have been around a really long time. With a history that dates back 215 million years, they are older than both lizards and snakes. Whether your interest lies in wild endangered sea …[Continue]
Frogs
Years ago, while standing in my driveway at night, a frog hopped onto my foot. I probably screamed (wouldn’t you?) but when I saw what it was, I bent down to pick him up. We kept the frog for awhile, …[Continue]
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein, known as one of the greatest scientists of all time, was born on March 14, 1879 in Ulm, Germany. The following sites explore his life and his work. I was struck by how accessible Einstein’s theories can be …[Continue]
Endangered Species
Since the Endangered Species Act was enacted in 1973, many species have been saved from extinction, including the bald eagle, the humpback whale, and the American bison. Sometimes, however, despite enormous investments of time and money, efforts to save a …[Continue]
Bird Feeding
Because the cold winter months are the hardest for wild birds, February and March have been named National Bird Feeding Months by the National Bird Feeding Society. You can help your local bird population by providing supplemental food, water and …[Continue]
Sir Isaac Newton
Sir Isaac Newton (1642 – 1727) was an English scientist who made great contributions to physics, optics, math and astronomy. Among elementary- and middle-school students, he is best known for his Three Laws of Motion and the Universal Law of …[Continue]
Sea Otters
Did you know that sea otters are members of the weasel family? To keep them warm as they folic in the cold Pacific Ocean, they have the densest fur of any mammal. Unfortunately, their beautiful, waterproof coats also make them …[Continue]
Fall Leaves
Here in coastal San Diego we don’t get a very showy display of fall colors. But no matter where you live, the Internet provides a window to view the colors of fall foliage from the comfort of home. Whether you’re …[Continue]
