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January 2008 As part of the SMATHematics Project: The Wonder of Science, The Power of Mathematics-a collaborative partnership between Kennesaw State University and two local school districts, fifth graders had the opportunity to puzzle out chemical formulas of propane, methanol, and other important molecules. In addition, they explored properties that characterize certain molecules and then used their newly acquired knowledge of atoms' bonding requirements to help them build three-dimensional molecular models. The effort is succeeding-as you can see by the fifth-grade classroom experience described here.

animation explaining photosynthesis as a cycle and a shuffling of atoms to create sugar

video explains that cells are the basic structure of life. explains that cells are made up of atoms and molecules. gives examples of types of cells that make up organs and organ systems.

Allows students to explore the scientific world of modern materials. Zoom in to the atomic level on everyday objects. "Understanding how stuff is put together, how it can be used, how it can be changed and made better to do more amazing things - even creating completely new kinds of stuff: that's what materials science is all about." The site is divided into four main sections: Zoom Inside Stuff, Transform Stuff, Crush Stuff, and Improve Stuff. There is also a family guide and a teachers guide provided.

video explains the chemical reaction that results in a flame with multiple colors

fun video explaining what the Hadron Collider does