Space Cadet Links All sites have been approved as kid safe. Please e-mail us to report any bad links. Mysteries of Deep Space - from black holes to supernovas, PBS examines the unexplained facets of the universe. NOVA Online - Hunt for Alien Worlds - learn about efforts to find out if we're all alone in the universe, as well as some basic information about stargazing and our solar system. Space Experiment Module (SEM) - does popcorn pop the same after being in space? NASA has developed a program for kids who want to make discoveries about space through their own experiments. Spaceflight Now - read up to date coverage of launches of all planned missions from spaceports around the globe. This is a great site with news on everything happening now. CosmicQuest @ The Children's Museum - examine the universe, find out what's in the sky tonight, design a space station online, and take off on an expedition to the North Magnetic Pole. Very cosmic! Native American Star Knowledge - find out what the stars mean to Native Americans. A Mystery of Space: Stars - this fantastic ThinkQuest site has loads of information on the universe, including stars and how to watch them, black holes, our solar system, and lots more. It even has different versions for younger and older viewers. Journey to New Worlds - this ThinkQuest site has a space sim game which lets you learn all about the planets. Find out about Hawaiian voyaging, legends, and space tales as well. Mayan Astronomy - learn about the Mayan number, writing and arithmatic systems and their calendar. Astronomy for Kids - have fun exploring the universe we live in! Learn about the planets, see sky maps to find your favorite stars, and get answers to astronomy questions. Adults are welcome as long as they behave themselves! Planets, Moons, and Stars - created by a ThinkQuest Jr. team, this site gives simple descriptions, including the zodiac and ideas for projects. Constellation Mythology - Learn the stories of the formation of the constellations. Very in depth inforamtion. Exploring Mars - My Red Planet pick of the day goes to Exploring Mars, creating by a group of scientists from Jet Propulsion Lab and University of California at Los Angeles. It's a great place to start for school reports (try Mars at a Glance) or browsing for the fun of it. The Mars Science section is outstanding, and the Mars History section is fascinating. "The Babylonians called Mars Nergal - the great hero, the king of conflicts." Lots of photos and illustrations, and a good navigation system make this site work for all ages. Mars Academy - Is it possible to send men to Mars? In 1997, a group of students gathered together in cyberspace to design a virtual manned mission to Mars. This Web site serves both as a guide to developing your own Mars mission, as well as a record of their project. Best clicks are the Online Courses and Special Projects (from Mars Intro to Artificial Gravity) and the Interactive Features that let you test various aspects of your design. Origins - galaxies, stars, and planets - how did they get here? How did we get here? NASA's program is dedicating itself to finding the answers Space Camp - Have you ever wanted to be an astronaut? Get more info on space camp for most ages. They also have some cool games. The Museum of Unnatural Mystery - Are there really flying saucers? What killed the dinosaurs? Is there something ancient and alive in Loch Ness? This Museum takes a scientific look at these, and other, questions. Get a FREE Planet Protector Kit! It includes:-Two pocket guides (one for adults and one for children) and an order form -An official membership certificate -An official Planet Protectors Club badge -Activity guides for grades K-3 and 4-6 -A Planet Protectors Club poster -A board game about recycling -Great adventures on the Web! Great search engine for kids - type in space and see the oodles of links that come up.