Flight and Aerodynamics
The Thrill of Flight – An interactive resource from Alberta Learning that helps students learn about aviation
National Air and Space Museum – How Things Fly – Interactive exhibit on flight
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum website – Resources and online exhibits
Aeronautics Learning Laboratory – Aeronautics Learning Laboratory for Science Technology and Research
Flights of Inspiration – The history of flight from The Franklin Institute
Independent Flight Instructors – Jordan Miller’s Blog – Understanding lift
Maple Ridge School Websites for the Grade 6 Curriculum
Plane Math Activities – Teacher information and student activities on flight
Timeline of Flight – From the Library of Congress
Smithsonian Education: How Things Fly
How Things Fly – An interactive that explores the four forces of flight from the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
NASA Related Sites
NASA– Aerodynamics Index – Scientific explanation of many aerodynamic concepts
Ultra Efficient Engine Technology – NASA’s kids page on flight
Parts of an Airplane – Airplane parts and definitions
My Science Site – Airplanes Using the scientific method to design a paper airplane
Priniciples of Aeronautics – Aerodynamics of animals – Beginner text
Priniciples of Aeronautics – Aerodynamics of animals – Intermediate text
Priniciples of Aeronautics – Aerodynamics of animals – Advanced text
Bird Flight Website – Flight of birds and other animals
Miscellaneous
Let’s Do Science – Air and Aerodynamics Resource
Calgary Board of Education – Air and Aerodynamics
