Observe the Moon Night On October 1!
From surveying the Moon to listening in on Jupiter’s radio waves, these celestial citizen science projects will take you out of this world.
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Renewable Energy Sources FAQ
Renewable energy sources include wind, solar, geothermal, and hydroelectric power. In the battle for renewable energy, which will come out on top? Which do you want?
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“Bully Blues” and Unlearning Xenophobia
In Bully Blues, the main character, Seth, unlearns the xenophobia behind his bullying behavior and becomes an advocate for multiculturalism.
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Ethanol May Help Crops Survive Droughts
Droughts can wreak havoc on food supply and crop production, but a new study shows that ethanol can help crops survive.
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“Worrisome Waters” Tackles Water Pollution
The first book in the Journey to a Better World series teaches kids about the causes and effects of water pollution and what people can do to help.
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Five A+ Back-to-School Citizen Science Projects
Fall means back to school—check out these five citizen science projects on a variety of topics to bring the classroom to your living room!
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Get to Know a Scientist: Biologist Dr. Jamie Newman
A biologist studies living things: how their internal processes work, how they evolved, how they relate to their environment, and more! Introducing Dr. Jamie Newman, who tells us about herself and her career.
Read MoreVISTA Center students illustrate first book of “Journey to a Better World” series
The Journey To a Better World book series is now available from VISTA and the Inspire Project. Teach children about making a positive impact.
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The Largest-Ever Fungi Bioblitz Is Here
Participate in the Great North American FungiQuest September 15 to October 15 by taking photos of local fungi on your phone!
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Moths Know Where to Go: A Look at Moth Migration
Moth migration may be guided by an internal compass to find the way, according to a new study that tracked flight paths of individual moths.
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