Many have compared the Internet to the connections in the human brain. Looking at these sites allows students to see how much more complex and wonderful our brain really is.
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Brain Museum
A huge collection of cross-sectional slides of the brain (more than 100 species) has been cataloged at the Brain Museum, co-sponsored by the University of Wisconsin, Michigan State, and NSF (among others). This is an exceptional online resource for school students. learn more
BrainPOP
BrainPOP is a commercial site but an especially engaging one--movies, experiments, etc. about blood, cells, hair. It is suitable for ages 6-14 but it does include sensitive topics about diseases like cancer. Brainpop presents animated movies for 25 or so health topics for younger children. Since health science materials for younger children are not so… learn more
How do dogs "see" with their noses
In this TED Ed video, Alexandra Horowitz illustrates how the dog's nose can smell the past, the future and even things that can't be seen at all. You may have heard the expression that dogs 'see with their noses.' But these creature's amazing nasal architecture actually reveals a whole world beyond what we can see. learn more
Manatee
Students can compare the form and functions of various marine, mammalian brains at Manatee. Quite interesting. learn more
Neuroscience For Kids
Neuroscience For Kids is so successful that several other sites link to it as the primary source on this topic. Explanations for the aroma of flowers and the pain, associated with stepping on a nail, also add a note of realism for students. Students can query experts and receive a topical newsletter with their e-mail. learn more
Olfactory System
The neuroscience project at Washington University has developed a special study of the olfactory system. The site is graphically appealing and utilizes some new technology tools such as email to experts, a search engine and a survey. learn more
Should You Use The Snooze Button?
The snooze button - one of life's luxuries. But is it really helping you out, or making you more tired? A entertaining look at the biology of sleep. And how "obvious" assumptions are not always valid. learn more
The Memory Exhibition - The Exploratorium
The Exploratorium's Memory Exhibition duplicates much of their original exhibition. It will be appealing to students because "hairdos" illustrate changes in perception (among other visual effects). learn more
The Whole Brain - Harvard Medical School
Cross-sectional slides of every part of the brain has been placed online at Harvard Medical School (for advanced students). learn more
Why Do We Yawn?
What makes yawning so contagious? To get more oxygen? To cool the brain down?!?! Why are yawns contagious? Why do some groups yawn less? The Yawn-O-Meter video -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJXX4vF6Zh0 -- makes a great introduction learn more