Online Resources: Science.gov
I'd be very interested in knowing if you find this resource useful to you and to learners in your programs!
Science.gov: http://www.science.gov/
Science.gov features a variety of science-related websites selected from thirteen federal agencies. The result is a rich selection of resources. The index is easy to use. You will find science gems for use by individual students and well as instructor-led classes. Here is just one example:
Everyday Mysteries--Fun Science Facts from the Library of Congress: http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/archive.html
Did you ever wonder what causes the sound of thunder, or why a camel has a hump? Can we tell the temperature of air by listening to the sound of a cricket? Why does chopping an onion make us cry? Can it rain frogs, fishes, and other objects?
All of these questions were asked by researchers and answered by librarians from the Library of Congress Science Reference Services.
As the introduction to this website states, “These questions deal with everyday phenomena that we often take for granted, but each can be explained scientifically. This resource will help you get the answers to these and many other interesting questions through scientific inquiry. In addition we will introduce you to the Library of Congress’ rich collections in science and technology.”