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Science Friday
What’s It Like?
Science Friday is a website and weekly radio show highlighting the latest in science and technology. The site is organized into four different tabs: Listen, Explore, Educate, and Events. The Listen tab taps into the actual NPR program where the hosts talk about everyday scientific phenomena. They’ve hosted shows on alien life, antibiotics within the context of the food market, taste buds needing a tune-up as we get older, and lots of other topics.
Price: Free
Grades: 3-12
Rating: 4/5
Pros: Intriguing and thoughtful podcasts, stories, and lessons help build curiosity.
Cons: There’s a lack of support for struggling learners.
Bottom line: For a weekly rejuvenation of scientific learning, Science Friday is a source of inspiration for both teachers and students.
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