Uncover the mysteries of water at The American Museum of Natural History’s H2O=Life, www.amnh.org/ology/index.php?channel=water. Check out Living on Ice to put together puzzles as you see how people and animals manage to survive in the Arctic. You can browse through all things water at Water Stuff, where you will learn how to conserve this natural resource and even create your own coral reef. Click on Water Books for Kids, where splashworthy selections promise good reading.

The Smithsonian's Losing Paradise?, www.mnh.si.edu/exhibits/losing_
paradise, brings the plight of plants into focus. With more than 20 percent of the Earth’s flora facing potential extinction, action now is crucial. This museum exhibition highlights the conservation efforts scientists are making to save plant diversity for the well-being of our world. From browsing through beautiful illustrations to listening as scientists describe their work, there is much to cover. Get started now and learn about environmental activism.

Take a journey to Japan at ARTSEDGE: iPass Japan, http://artsedge.kennedy-center.org/interactives/ipass/art.html. Japanese art is an amazing blend of traditional and modern influences. Scroll down through the different offerings, such as cultural hot spots in Japan and the creation of paper toys. Directions on creating your own are available to download, so look them up. Then read about the festival logo to discover how a flag can take art to a new level. There is also a section devoted to vocabulary so you can talk the talk when you walk the walk.

American Chemical Society's Science for Kids, http://acswebcontent.acs.org/scienceforkids, is an awesome resource that covers many science-related topics ranging from architectural structures to water. Browse through the alphabetical list and choose any category to begin. Click on Soap and Detergent to find out how these suds are made and to reveal the secret behind the unsinkable Ivory soap. Move over to Magnets and tag along with the critter kids as they find out why magnets are attracted to some items but not others. Bookmark this site for school.

Childhood obesity is at an all-time high. You can be part of the solution when you visit Let’s Move: 5 Simple Steps to Success at www.letsmove.gov/kids.php. Growing up to be a healthy adult is a big challenge, but any child can take it on. Being healthy means that you will get to enjoy life to the fullest. Maybe you want to add a new fruit or veggie to your diet, make a healthy dinner, or take time out to do jumping jacks. Staying active and eating well will do wonders for your body. Try it and see!

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A Web of Physics
Uncover the mysteries behind complex physics ideas when you visit Physics.org. This site features fun physics filled décor that adorns public transportation. Click on the poster you want to see and discover the science behind the display.

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