The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library offers free access to ScienceFlix, a highly engaging online resource for students in grades 4 through 9. This website delivers an in-depth examination of more than 30 subject areas related to science, technology, engineering, and math.
ScienceFlix provides user-friendly access to curriculum-driven content, with focuses on Earth Science, Health & Human Body, and Tech, Math & Engineering. The multimedia content, including videos, interactive timelines, and slideshows, is designed to drive student participation, experimentation, and critical thinking. Complete instructions for multiple science experiments are also available, including popular favourites like “Tornado in a Bottle.”
Additionally, all of the main articles are written at three different reading levels to provide access to a wide range of learners. Students can also read about the latest science news or learn about careers in science through the website. To access ScienceFlix on your computer, tablet or smartphone, visit www.tnrl.ca and look for the ScienceFlix button in the Online Resources for Kids section.
We’ve just added a ScienceFlix tutorial video to our YouTube channel. Check it out to learn how to use this great educational resource.