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Martrice Carter

Kids Corner

Website Analysis

APA Citation:

Alliance, R. (2015, March 3). Kids' Corner. Retrieved from http://www.rainforestalliance.org/kids: http://www.rainforest-alliance.org/kids

Accuracy: Rainforest Alliance


Objectivity: teachers and students, no advertising
Currency: 2015
Coverage: anyone can access this page
Analytical paragraph:
This website is offers curricula and resources to help students understand
how rainforests contribute to our collective well-being. The multidisciplinary
curricula present information on forests, wildlife and local communities
providing a global perspective on the importance of protecting the world's
natural resources and giving students opportunities for direct action. All of
these resources can be viewed on screen or downloaded as a PDF, and are
provided free of charge. There are forest, plants, and animal facts, activities,
online games, and virtual storybooks.
Intended audience:
Intended for teachers, anyone can use the website to learn more about the
rainforest
What information does the website include? Identify comprehensive
components of the website.
information on forests, wildlife and local communities providing a global
perspective on the importance of protecting the world's natural resources
and giving students opportunities for direct action
When the website/page was last updated?
The page was recently updates in 2015
Who is the author/creator/publisher of the website?
Rainforest Alliance

Science Kids
APA Citation:
Smith, R. (2015, March 3). Science Kids. Retrieved from
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/earth/volcano.html:

Accuracy: My name is Rene Smith and I am the creator of the Science Kids

website. After studying at Canterbury University I worked for 4 years at a science


center in New Zealand called 'Science Alive', running education programs,
demonstrations and workshops. I taught in Japan for 2 years and have been a
preliminary judge for the Google Science Fair since 2011.

Objectivity: The aim of Science Kids is to provide educational resources for

teachers and parents that help make science fun and engaging for kids, taking
important concepts and putting them into a form that kids can not only understand
but also enjoy

Currency: February 6, 2015


Coverage: anyone can access this page
Analytical paragraph:
This website is intended for students to look research and learn science and
technology. Fun activities, facts, projects and experiments can be the first
step in fostering a desire amongst kids to learn more about science and
technology, subjects that have practical applications in both careers and
everyday life.
Intended audience:
Intended for kids, anyone can use the website to learn more about science
What information does the website include? Identify comprehensive
components of the website.
Inspiring an interest in science at a young age can help kids grow up with the
tools needed to form questions about the world around them and make
decisions based on their own reasoning. Fun activities, facts, projects and
experiments can be the first step in fostering a desire amongst kids to learn
more about science and technology, subjects that have practical applications
in both careers and everyday life.
When the website/page was last updated?
The page was recently updates on February 6, 2015
Who is the author/creator/publisher of the website?
Rene Smith

Discovery Kids
APA Citation: Discovery Kids. (2015, March 3). Retrieved from
http://discoverykids.com/games/volcano-explorer/:
http://discoverykids.com/games/volcano-explorer/

Accuracy: Discovery Kids


Objectivity: students
Currency: 2015
Coverage: anyone can access this page
Analytical paragraph:
This website is intended for students to look research and learn about
wildlife, nature and animals. This website includes videos, games, books and
activities
Intended audience:
Intended for kids, anyone can use the website to learn more about the
animals and earth
What information does the website include? Identify comprehensive
components of the website.
Information on sharks, dinosaurs, science, animals, earth and space
When the website/page was last updated?
The page was recently updates in 2015
Who is the author/creator/publisher of the website?
Discovery Channel

Try Science
APA Citation:
Science, N. Y. (2015, March 3). try science. Retrieved from
http://www.tryscience.org/whatstryscience.html.

Accuracy: IMB Corporation, the New York Hall of Science


Objectivity: teachers and students, no advertising
Currency: 2015
Coverage: anyone can access this page
Analytical paragraph:
TryScience.org is your gateway to experience the excitement of
contemporary science and technology through on and offline interactivity
with science and technology centers worldwide. Science is exciting, and it's
for everyone! That's why TryScience and over 400 science centers worldwide
invite you to investigate, discover, and try science yourself.
Intended audience:
Intended for teachers, anyone can use the website to interact with science
and technology
What information does the website include? Identify comprehensive
components of the website.
Offers Adventure: Thematic interactive experience
Experiments: Hands-on (offline) activities with an online component
Field Trips: Interactive science center features, plus a science center locator
Curious: Short polls and activities based on a hot topic question, plus related
news links
Live Cams: Live views from webcams at science and technology centers
worldwide
When the website/page was last updated?
The page was recently updates in 2015
Who is the author/creator/publisher of the website?
New York Hall of Science

Wonderville
APA Citation:

Fuel, M. (2015, March 3). Wonderville. Retrieved from http://www.wonderville.ca/.

Accuracy Mind Fuel (Formerly Science Alberta Foundation), a registered charitable


organization.

Objectivity: children, no advertising


Currency: 2015
Coverage: anyone can access this page
Analytical paragraph:
Wonderville only uses resources and activities that have been tested and
approved by science experts. Wonderville works with partners, leaders in
science and experts from the field to create games and activities that
explore real-world science that is un-biased and scientifically valid. Youth are
ensured a learning experience that is both fun and scientifically accurate.
Wonderville is an award winning site that gets youth excited about science
by providing innovative online science games, activities and stunning videos.
Wonderville ignites young minds and educates tomorrows generation with
scientifically accurate and curriculum tied science resources perfect for at
home or in the classroom.
Intended audience:
Intended for students interested in science and technology, anyone can use
the website
What information does the website include? Identify comprehensive
components of the website.
Wonderville.ca is a unique website destination for youth, engaging them in the
world of science through interactive animations, exciting games and stunning
videos. With over 220 innovative games, videos and activities Wonderville ignites
young minds and educates tomorrows generation. This award-winning site, with a
reputation for scientific accuracy, encourages exploration and curiosity, helping
youth discover how much fun science can be.

When the website/page was last updated?


The page was recently updates in 2015

Who is the author/creator/publisher of the website?

Mind Fuel (Formerly Science Alberta Foundation), a registered charitable


organization.

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