Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Science Review Games

With the big day quickly approaching (May 1st) what better way to brush up on all those science concepts than with some video games. Check out the link below for tons of games on various science topics we've covered this year (and some we haven't). Hope this helps.

http://sciencereviewgames.com/srg/

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Rare Creatures on Land & Sea

Ever seen a white buffalo or giant squid? Come see why these creatures and many others are rarely seen.

Computer & Electronics Recycling

Goodwill and Dell have teamed up to offer FREE computer and electronics recycling. Please do not just throw those old PCs or other electronic devices in the trash. They contain harmful chemicals that can contaminate ground water and soil.
Here's a list of Goodwill stores all over Houston that will accept your used PC and other electronic devices:

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Now is the perfect time of the year to get outdoors and experience all the new life in Houston, and what better place to go than the Arboretum. It's breathtaking.

Galveston Bay Foundation

The Galveston Bay Foundation was founded in 1987 as a nonprofit organization to preserve, protect and enhance Galveston Bay -- one of the world's most productive estuaries. Its balanced programs in advocacy, conservation, education, and research strive to ensure that Galveston Bay remains a beautiful and productive place for generations to come.
http://www.galvbay.org/index.html

Come check out Marsh Mania (I'll be there)
April 26th and May 31st. See the link below for more details. Come help us rebuild the wetlands of Galveston Bay.
http://www.galvbay.org/events_marsh.html

Lungless 'Jaba' Frog

A frog has been found in a remote part of Indonesia that has no lungs and breathes through its skin, a discovery that researchers said Thursday could provide insight into what drives evolution in certain species.