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Cool Science (http://www.hhmi.org/coolscience/index.html)

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Bite-sized lessons let kids sample the sciences.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this educational site offers a wide variety of science-related information, experiments, and interactive opportunities for kids ages 5 and up.

Educational value: There's tremendous educational value to be found here, from simple science questions to helpful links that help explain various science careers.
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Consumerism: There are various offers for videos and other products, all of which are educationally focused and related to science.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Families can talk about why it’s helpful to learn a little about a lot of different sciences. How can a science-based Web site help supplement what kids are learning in school? How can the Web offer insight into various science careers?

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For children with even a fleeting interest in the sciences, Cool Science is a good place to feed their curiosity. Younger kids will find a handful of entertaining and engaging activities in the Cool Science for Curious Kids section of the site, which invites them to explore biology online, offline, and everywhere around them. Older students can find homework help, an array of scientific lectures and research summaries that range from simple to extremely complex. There's also ample opportunity to hear from real-world scientists who offer answers to science questions and advice for embarking upon a career in science.

Throughout the Cool Science site, it's refreshing to see simple visuals and smart language that teaches kids basic science concepts without talking down to them. The site's mission is to help children appreciate science, and they're off to a solid start.

This review was written by Conny Coon
 
 

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