Find lots of information about our planet Earth here. Covers basic facts, Earth's history, layers of the Earth, plate tectonics, composition of the atmosphere, Earth's magnetic field, and some facts about our moon.

Statistical data, general features, key terms, characteristics, and influences of the sun.

Explore the mythology, structure, observational history, gravitational force, and orbit of Earth's Moon.

This site contains copious information about Pluto. The site contains descriptive and statistical information, as well as a detailed article about the search for trans-Plutonian planets and the "Nemesis" hypothesis.

In this simple lesson, students grow yeast to learn how the climates on each of the nine planets would affect life.

A detailed physical description of Earth. Content includes information on the Earth's layers and geology of the surface, along with links to additional information.

An excellent reference site for the planet Neptune. Loads of images, links to even more detail, a short table of planetary statistics, and lots of information.

Details on the innermost of Uranus' large moons, Miranda. Provides statistical data and pictures of the moon. Links are provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.

This site explores the smaller bodies in the solar system, namely the various asteroids and comets. Links are also provided for additional information on related subjects.

This site from the University of Arizona provides a background of Ptolemy's profound influence in the areas of astronomy, geography, and cartography. Includes good pictures and related links.

Students will compare an informational text versus a narrative text about Earth Day. Included in this lesson are videos and pictures of the lesson in action, a printable Earth Day Venn Diagram, and a recycling activity.