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Solar System

Solar System Scavenger Hunt: A rich assortment of activities to learn about the Solar System.  The site includes audio readings of information!
Living in Space - Design a Space Station: What is it? Living in Space is an online game which explores the idea of living in space. What do humans need in order to live in this hostile environment? What do we need to work and thrive in space? (Interactive)
ThinkQuest - A Virtual Journey into the Universe: This site is highly interactive and highly educational!  The site was designed by students as part of the international ThinkQuest competition.  Students can explore the universe from behind their own control panel to the universe. (Flash and Java)
The Solar System: Are you ready for a first-class tour of the Solar System? Just sit back, relax, and prepare for a wonderful journey through the planets and outer space. Fasten your seatbelts – this site is full of wonderful information and resources to help students learn about the Solar System.

Solar System: This is a learning unit designed by a second grade class, but it has many great learning activities that students 2-4 graders would find fun and interesting.

Astro-Rangers Moonbase: This site is lots of fun and learning happens along the way!
Astronomy Magazine (Online): This site is a good resource for teachers or parents who are looking for resources or information that will be useful for helping students to learn about the Solar System.

Typing

PowerTypingLearn to type with PowerTyping an online free typing tutor the educational web site for kids, students and adults alike!

TYPE ME: Rescue falling letters and words by typing them correctly on the keyboard. Three versions with adjustable skill levels makes this a challenge for anyone!

Online Typing Tutor
Touch Typing Tool
Typing Tutor