History on the Net
Information is arranged in topics such as: Aztecs, World War 2, World War 1, Nazi Germany, the Romans, the Stuarts and much more. Comprehensive coverage from ancient times through the middle ages and 20th Century history.
All about Astronomy
Zoom Astronomy covers the Solar System, planets, moon, the Sun, asteroids, comets, stars, galaxies and more. There is an illustrated astronomy dictionary and classroom activities. A comprehensive site.
All about Glaciers
What makes a glacier and where are they found? You will find the answer to these questions and more on this site about glaciers, together with some photographs.
The Physics Classroom
Physics tutorials on a range of topics such as Newton's Laws, Vectors, Momentum and Conservation, Reflection, Refraction and more.
UK Space Agency
This website will tell you what you want to know about space, how to find out about opportunities for students, resources for teachers and more information on how the UK Space Agency is supporting education.
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.
Highlights from National Gallery Art collection
A delightful site where you can view a selection famous paintings in the National Gallery in detail thanks to a clever tool which allows you to zoom closely without leaving your home or classroom. Download images for use in school too.
Puffin Books for Children
Popular titles from Puffin sortable by age group, genre, fiction or non-fiction.
CBBC Newsround
CBBC presents the latest news for children. Stories include sport, showbiz, world events, quizzes or games. There are also news-based lesson plans to help teachers use news in the classroom.
Food a Fact of Life
The website is a comprehensive education programme which communicates up-to-date, evidence-based, messages around ‘food’ to all those involved in education. The are excellent free lesson plans and printable or presentation resources to support teachers.
