Charles Rennie Mackintosh
 | Learn about this remarkable designer, architect, and artist. The site contains photographs of buildings and furniture designed by Mackintosh, as well as his paintings and drawings.
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Vision and Art
 | A tutorial dedicated to teaching how visual information is used in art. The site covers "Interposition," "Relative Size," "Impossible Figures,"Aerial Perspective," and more. This is part of a larger tutorial on sensation and perception.
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National Endowment for the Arts Homepage
 | Learn about the important work the NEA is involved in, check out the featured artist, or browse the online gallery.
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Rube Goldberg Official Site
 | Learn about the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist. He is best know for his cartoons of wacky inventions--some of which appear on this site. Only one complaint--a few of the cartoons are a bit hard to read. Still, this site is worth a visit.
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A. Pintura: Art Detective
 | A creative way to teach art history. A. Pintura helps visitors solve "The Case of Grandpa's Painting." Is the painting a Raphael? Van Gogh? Titian? You'll have to find out for yourself!
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Eileen Gray Home Page
 | A comprehensive look at a fascinating woman. Eileen Gray was an an architect, an artist, and a designer. The site is attractive and easy to navigate.
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Pyrowords
 | A literary site that features mostly poetry. Visually, the site is somewhat interesting; the combination is quite engaging.
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IllusionWorks
 | It is true that you can spend hours on the Web-especially so if you land upon this site. I could barely tear myself away to write this blurb. This extensive site hosts the largest collection of illusions on the Internet.Check out the Java and Shockwave illusions.
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Centre George Pompidou
 | This well-constructed site contains online exhibits and information about this famous art center.
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The Posters of Toulouse-Lautrec
 | The site is well designed and the works are compelling. The site contains historical information as well as reproductions of the posters in two different sizes (for those who are bandwidth challenged). Presented by the San Diego Museum of Art.
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Krannert Art Museum
 | An interesting collection of both historic and contemporary works. The site itself is simply designed and easy to navigate. This site is full surprises like a QuickTime Player VR tour of the African Art collection and a special feature on "Science in the Art Museum."
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Stanford Solar Center
 | This thorough and well-organized web site contains activities, images, a glossary, and other resources related to the sun. A great site to learn about the sun's magnetic field, sunspots, solar physics, and more.
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Window to the Universe
 | Attractively presented and very informative--this site provides an introduction to the Universe. Topics include, "Our Planet," "Space Missions," "Our Solar System," "People," and much more.
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The Astrobiology Web: Life in Extreme Environments
 | Discover how scientists study the possibility of life on other planets by studying life in harsh environments on earth.
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Mars Pathfinder Current Rover Status
 | See the latest images, check out the newest data from the Mars Pathfinder.
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Black Holes and Neutron Stars
 | Learn about black holes and neutron stars in this simple and very focused page.
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Other Worlds, Distant Suns
 | Learn all about the planets by taking a 3-D (VRML) tour. Even if your computer can't support VRML, they have some great astronomy links.
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The Comet's Tale
 | A self-guided module designed to acquaint individuals with facts about comets. Check out the build your own comet section. Graphically, this is one of the best-looking sites we' ve come across.
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Polymers & Liquid Crystals
 | A well- constructed and informative site. Learn basic concepts and check out "downloadable" simulations.
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The Macrogalleria
 | Learn about polymers and polymer science. The site really does take you through a mall (hence the "Macrogalleria") to demonstrate how polymers are used in everyday products.
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BioChemNet
 | now links to High School Hub. There are still many biology and chemistry links)- An impressive collection of links to biology and chemistry sites.
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Rammed Earth
 | Learn how to build a warm, stable house made out of rammed earth! This site offers how-to guides and history of this ancient and environmentally sound building technique.
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6 Billion Human Beings
 | An online exhibit from the Musee de l'Homme. Find out how fast the world's population is growing and why it may slow in the next century. Presented in French and English.
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Renewable Energy
 | An informative and easy-to-navigate resource on renewable energy. The "Quick Facts on Renewable Energy" is a good place to start.
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Seeing, Hearing and Smelling the World
 | This well-designed site guides you on a journey into the world of the senses and the nervous system. This site uses JavaScript animations and other advanced features, so a recent browser version works best.
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The Skeptics Dictionary
 | From "Area 51" to "Zombies" --this dictionary explains, supernatural, mystical, psychic, and paranormal terms in a skeptical fashion.
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The Lab
 | Science stories presented in a fun easy-to-read format. There are a lot of cool graphics that are nice to look at however, the site does move a bit slowly.
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Mr. Science
 | Participate in worldwide experiment, check out science news and links.
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How Things Work
 | A physics professor from the University of Virginia answers questions about the "Physics of Everyday Life." You can ask a question or broswe through the vast archive of previous questions. Learn what makes an airplane fly? or how a single-lens reflex camera works?
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The Nobel Prize Internet Archive
 | Annotated lists of all Nobel laureates in physics, chemistry, literature, peace, economics, and physiology & medicine. The site even contains information about the "Ig Nobel Prizes."
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Life, the Universe, and the Electron
 | An exhibition to celebrate the centenary of the discovery of the electron. Learn about the discovery, or find out "what is an electron?" Well organized and informative.
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Sea and Sky
 | A colorful site concerning two remaining frontiers. It has some compelling imagery, although captions would help. The site also has an extensive collection of links, but it would be better if they were annotated. Check out the games in each section.
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The Mad Scientist's Network
 | The "collective crania" of scientists from around the world. This site fields questions in many areas of science. In addition, the site provides directions for at-home experiments.
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Ask an Expert!
 | Ask any question you want, concerning just about any subject you want.
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The Science Club
 | A great resource for kids, teachers and parents with answers to general science questions and suggestions for science projects.
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Ellis Island
 | Discover the history of Ellis Island and learn about the immigration museum. Search the Wall of Honor and reconnect with your heritage.
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National Register of Historic Places
 | Learn about the history and architecture of different cities in the U.S. The site includes resources for teachers.
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History of Money from Ancient Times to the Present Day
 | Whether you're interested in denari or dollars, you can follow the history of money. Check out the comparative chronology.
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Black Baseball's Negro Baseball Leagues
 | earn about the players and teams that made up the leagues. You can learn about the history or find out about new books on the subject.
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http://www.blackbaseball.com/
 | A guide to some of the "treasures" in the Library of Congress. Check out Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence. Also included are Maya Lin's original drawing for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the earliest known baseball cards, and tons more.
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The World of Vikings
 | Learn everything there is to know about Vikings from myths to life styles.
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The ALLSTAR Network: The Principles of Flight
 | Ever wonder how planes fly? Hands-on experiments with wings, airfoils, and model planes will help you understand the principles of flight. You'll also find an extensive history of human flight and information on how to become a pilot. The site makes uses of Java, but those without Java-capable browsers won't be disappointed.
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Flying Contraptions
 | Learn about a variety of flying machines. Personally, "William's Wasp" was a highlight, you have to love those rocket-packs!
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National Inventors Hall of Fame
 | Find out who did what, when. An extensive list of inventors linked to biographical information.
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Journey North
 | One of the best and most successful online science learning communities for K-12 students. This site engages students in a global study of wildlife migration and seasonal change.
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Teachers' Guide for the Professional Cartoonists' Index
 | Information on how to use the Cartoonists Index web site in the classroom. Lesson plans on this site cover a variety of subjects. The cartoons come from Pulitzer Prize winners.
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Electronic School Online
 | The online version of the Electronic School magazine, which addresses issues related to the latest technologies in schools. Great for K-12 educators, the journal is published quarterly.
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Professor Bubbles; Official Bubble Homepage
 | Don't be fooled by those "unofficial" bubble homepages. This is the "official" one and with a name like "Professor Bubbles" we believe him.
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The Science Club
| A great resource for kids, teachers and parents with answers to general science questions and suggestions for science projects.
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The Telegarden
 | This telerobotic installation allows participants to view and interact with a remote garden filled with living plants. To plant a seed, you have to be a member (it's free) and show that you care about the garden.
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The Natural History of Genes
 | Learn how enzymes digest food, or how an arm is genetically different from a leg. This thorough site explores DNA and genetics in the real world, with excellent sections on hands-on experiments and teacher activities.
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The Visible Embryo
 | Follow the first four weeks of an embryo's development. The site uses images and Shockwave to demonstrate the process.
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The Astrobiology Web: Life in Extreme Environments
| Discover how scientists study the possibility of life on other planets by studying life in harsh environments on earth.
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Virtual Cell
 | An interactive journey through a plant cell. Read the "About Virual Cell" before you begin to understand the controls. This site doesn't require any special plug-ins or browsers.
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BioChemNet
 | An impressive collection of links to biology and chemistry sites. The site has few graphics (which is good!) allowing you to easily navigate to the fifteen categories provided.
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Frogland!
 | Learn about frogs, look at frogs, color frogs, get frog facts--whatever! This site has tons of frog info and is lots of fun.
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Center for Human Simulation
 | See 3-D models of the human body reconstructed from slices from a cadaver. This is a standard tool for medical education. Not for the squeamish.
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Molecular Expressions
 | A fascinating look under the microscope. The "art of photomicrography" section was particularly interesting.
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The Tiger Information Center
 | Dedicated to providing information to help preserve the remaining five subspecies of tigers, this attractively presented site contains interactive games and information.
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International Wolf Center
 | Learn all about wolves from this cool site. You can track wolves by teleometry or listen to actual wolf howls. It'll drive your dog nuts.
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The Burning Press
 | How will literature and poetry change when seen through new media? This site links several intriguing efforts to push the boundaries of the written word.
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Poetry Daily
 | A new poem every day, news, and a poetry archive make this site worth a visit and a bookmark.
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Medieval Drama Links
 | Information on everything from set design to medieval props and makeup. There are over 200 links. A great site for drama teachers.
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American Literary Classics-A Chapter a Day
 | As is recommended by this site, make a resolution for the New Year to keep up with your reading! I didn't think reading could be so engaging through the Internet but this site proved me wrong. The chapter is supplemented with reader's comments and additional supplmentary readings.
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The Grey Labryinth
 | An archive of puzzles from mathematicians, philosophers, and others. The answers are posted but you are challenged to answer them without peeking!
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Fibonacci Numbers and the Golden Section
 | Find out who Fibonacci was and what these numbers mean. Don't you want to know what a rabbit sequence is?
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Symmetry and the Shape of Space
 | A very simple (underdesigned) site that teaches the mathematics of symmetry, step by step. Be prepared for homework!
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Primordial Soup Kitchen
 | Designed by a math professor at University of Wisconsin, this site invites you into the virtual kitchen--where beautiful computer graphics are created with mathematical formulas.
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Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles
 | A good collection of math games, puzzles, quotes, and additional information. This site also contains a number interesting online polls concerning mathematics and education in general.
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The KnotPlot Site
 | Knots and links, viewed from a (partly) mathematical perspective. It had me searching for a piece of rope.
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The Geometry Center
 | All the formulas you've ever wanted. There are also plenty of great teacher resources, pictures describing geometrical functions, and computer programs for geometry.
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Newswise
 | This site calls itself "Search Tools for Reporters." You can search a comprehensive database of new releases from top institutions engaged in scientific, medical and business research. The engine itself is straightforward and easy to use.
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Witness
 | An original documentary series that presents first-person accounts of the issues and events shaping our world. Their two main stories are on the war in Bosnia. the QuickTime Player VR movies are worth checking out.
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Alexander Chislenko home page
 | An interesting collection of essays and links.You may not agree with everything he says, but the material is interesting. Check out the "Great Thinkers" section.
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Grand Illusion
 | "Optical illusions, scientific toys, visual effects, and even a little magic" make this site well worth the visit. The explanations are clear and concise.
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The Underwater Caves of El Jacinto
 | Follow "Cavediver-Aquanauts" as they work their way through 35 miles of passages!
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Researchpaper.com
 | A great resource for those needing inspiration. The site has tips and ideas to help with your writing. The site even includes a chat room so you can talk to other students.
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El Sur del Sur
 | An extensive site that contains EVERYTHING you want to know about Argentina, from the government to its fishing industry. The information is in both Spanish and English.
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The World of Amber
 | Learn all about amber. This site contains information on the physical properties, geologic occurrences, and other relevant information about this interesting type of fossil.
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Floral Radiographs: The Secret Garden
 | Amazing x-ray photographs that show the inner beauty of flowers. The "Gallery" is great, although I wish there was more information on how these photographs were taken.
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Expose: Beginners Guide to Photography
 | Learn the basic concepts of modern photography. Check out the "Sim-Cam"--you can adjust the camera and see the results on your computer screen.
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Vanishing Nevada
 | An interesting collection of photographs all taken over the course of a week while exploring Nevada's Great Basin. This site does a great job "documenting a legacy of dreams, hard life, and the stark beauty of Nevada."
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Physics 2000
 | This site teaches many basic concepts in physics through interactive Java apps and colorful graphics. The site is a bit heavy graphically and navigation is somewhat confusing, however the interactive activities themselves are well-constructed and fun.
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The Internet Pilot to Physics
 | This site provides links to other physics-related sites, a calendar, and a "Physics Forum." However, it is the "Virtual Laboratory" with Java Applets, VRML, and ShockWave demonstrations and applications that makes this site "cool."
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Carl Jung: Anthology
 | An excellent introduction to this noted psychologist. The site contains hundreds of quotations from Jung's writings.
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FreudNet: The A.A. Brill Library
 | Information on Sigmund Freud, including one of the most comprehensive lists of links and texts we've seen on the web. There is also information about the Brill Library and a "News in Psychoanalysis" section.
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El Nino Theme Pag
 | Presented by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), this site provides satellite imagery and other information concerning El Nino.
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