8 Awesome Earth Science Apps, Websites and Games

The best Earth science lessons help kids build a greater understanding of the world around them. The subject gives students opportunities for inquiry into the complex workings of our planet and the natural phenomena that affect us on a daily basis. Students gain insight into the issues we face as a community, including natural disasters, climate change, fuel scarcity, and environmental pollution. Encompassing a wide range of terrestrial topics that include geology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography, this list of digital tools will support your Earth science lessons.

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Mystery Science

Big questions, kids' curiosity drive thoughtful science curriculum.

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Stop Disasters!

Slick sim explores global natural disasters.

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NASA App

Visually super NASA-backed treasure trove may overwhelm.

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Big History Project

Fascinating look at life's bigger questions offers a fresh perspective.

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MarcoPolo Weather

Adorable sandbox tool lets kids safely explore, experiment, observe.

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Edheads

Realistic, appealing simulations deliver superb science content.

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Google Earth

Cool geographical exploration tool has endless classroom applications.

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Earth Primer

Earth comes alive with interactive textbook; some content lacks depth.

 

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