Blue Whales Project Request for Proposals from Public Libraries!
BLUE WHALES Project Request for Library Proposals Using the Spectacular Blue Whale to Spark Scientific Exploration and Local Exploration of the Natural World. Do yooouuuuuuu…
STEAM Engines: Sound Waves
After a loooong three years, I am back to programming STEAM content in person, and it feels GREAT. This month, in addition to my regular…
A PASSPORT TO THE UNIVERSE
by Martha Saladino at NASA’s Universe of Learning Seward is a scenic town in south central Alaska. Typical activities in the area include wandering in…
Celebrating Water this Earth Day
Earth Day is an annual event that takes place on April 22nd in over 190 countries to celebrate and take action for a healthier planet.…
The Sparkly Magic of Crystals!
The kids and I were at one of my very favorite places in Chicago: the Museum of Science and Industry when we noticed one of…
Graphics, Flyers, and Illustrations for the SEAL Project
As part of the Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) project, our team has developed a series of graphics that can be used by both…
NASA Inspires Futures for Tomorrow’s Youth (NIFTY) Application Announcement!
STAR Net is looking for 15 libraries from Tennessee, California, Minnesota, and Arizona, to take part in the NIFTY Project to connect youth (ages 9-14)…
Make Your Own Image of the Pillars of Creation with NASA’s Astrophoto Challenge.
Join NASA’s Universe of Learning for an exciting opportunity to use real astronomical data and tools to create your own images of the iconic Pillars…
STEAM Engines: Tornadoes and Vortexes, Oh My!
At our library, one of the topics that remains eternally popular is extreme weather. For myriad reasons: scientific curiosity, shock value, wonder, and fear among…
Discover Exoplanets: The Search for Alien Worlds Exhibit Opportunity Now Open
The Space Science Institute is pleased to announce a free NASA exhibit for public libraries. The next tour of ‘Discover Exoplanets: The Search for Alien…