Microworlds is a great program. I'm impressed by how well if merges the graphics with the LOGO language. We've been using the Microworlds Robotics version to interface with the MIT crickets to make some neat stuff (it also works with the Lego Mindstorms RCX brick).
~erica
Museums are a great place to get ideas and resources. The one I work for offers science and history loan kits for educators that includes artifacts and other things that many schools don't have access to. There's also a science center to help parents and teachers in finding new ways to teach science and math to the children. If you're truly interested in getting kids excited about science, check with your local museum. They are usually willing to help out and have a wealth of materials and ideas to make science more engaging.
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Microworlds is a great program. I'm impressed by how well if merges the graphics with the LOGO language. We've been using the Microworlds Robotics version to interface with the MIT crickets to make some neat stuff (it also works with the Lego Mindstorms RCX brick). ~erica
Museums are a great place to get ideas and resources. The one I work for offers science and history loan kits for educators that includes artifacts and other things that many schools don't have access to. There's also a science center to help parents and teachers in finding new ways to teach science and math to the children. If you're truly interested in getting kids excited about science, check with your local museum. They are usually willing to help out and have a wealth of materials and ideas to make science more engaging.