WHAT RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES?There are many places where you can find math, science, and technology activities to do with your child. There are booklets and magazines that you can get free or at low cost, there are resources in your community, and there is a wealth of information on the Internet. Here are a few suggestions: |
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Books and Magazines for Children |
![]() There are lots of good magazines for children of all ages. Preview them at your local library, and get the ordering information you need. For starters, look at WonderScience, Ranger Rick, and Highlights, or Dragonfly, a new science magazine for ages 8-12. There are also many children's books which involve science; a list of books your library should have (or should get) is Read to Succeed in Science and Math: A Bibliography for Families available at http://dimacs.rutgers.edu/archive/nj_math_coalition/fans.html. |
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Television Shows for Children |
Encourage your child to do things besides watching TV, but here are a few good shows to look for: 3,2,1 Contact; Nova; Bill Nye-The Science Guy; Magic School Bus; Knowledge Net. |
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Community Resources |
Be aware of opportunities in your own community. Sign up for after-school or weekend math and science programs or clubs at community centers, libraries, schools, or museums. Take walks in local parks or nature centers. Find out about what happens to waste, trash, and recycled items after they leave your house. Visit local businesses to see how math, science, and technology are used in the workplace. Look in the newspaper for special events. And participate in parent activities in your child's school. |
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Places to Go ... in New Jersey |
Liberty Science Center, Jersey City (201-451-0006) |
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Places to Go ... near New Jersey |
New York Botanical Garden, Bronx NY (718-817-8700) |
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Math and Science Websites of Interest ![]() |
The Math Forum at Swarthmore has a website for parents and concerned citizens. It also sponsors the Ask Dr. Math project: Here are some websites with science projects for families: |
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Booklets, Pamphlets, and Online Information |
Many free or low-cost booklets and pamphlets are available, and lots of information is available over the Internet. If you don't have easy access to the Internet, your local librarian will help you.
We hope this will get you started. Let us know if you find things you think we should add to our list! |
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