Endangered Animals - World
This animated guide from CBBC tells you about the plight of endangered animals from places around the world.
Infectious Diseases
Read the facts about microbes, how they cause disease and the human immune system. The site also looks at the ways we treat illness such as vaccination and antibiotics. The site is interactive so you can test your knowledge.
Heart and Circulation
A superb resource which looks at the function of the heart and heart disease. Find out what you can do to keep your heart healthy.
Footprints-Science
Footprints have produced quality PowerPoint slides that cover the GCSE Science requirements. A subscription service but the site includes free demonstration samples.
Children's Butterfly Site
Information, colouring pages and frequently asked questions about butterflies and moths. The colouring pages are suitable for younger children but the text is more suited to Key Stage 3 upwards.
The Bug Club
A website for children who are interested in bugs. Some useful information if you are doing a minibeasts topic in school. Aimed at 5 - 15 year olds.
Learn Genetics
Science education tools for teachers on all aspects of genetics including hands-on experiments appropriate for classroom use or individual student projects. See how genetics affect the lives of people and society.
DNA from the Beginning
An animated primer which looks at the basics of DNA, genes and heredity and the work of important scientists in the field of genetics. Shockwave plugin required.
Nature's Calendar
Be involved in recording nature sightings in spring and autumn to help scientists understand how climate change is affecting trees, birds and animals. Lots of free wildlife fact packs to download.
Nature Detectives
A subscription site about nature from the Woodland Trust. Find out what to look out for in the natural world in the coming weeks. There are activities and resources to help you learn more about trees.
