It’s another Fun Friday, and I’m not sure this post is going to have its desired effect. The animated gif is working as I edit the post, but is static when I preview it. Either way, you can hop on over to “Head Like an Orange” to view some animated gifs that are actually animated. I found about this site from “It’s Okay to Be Smart“, one of my favorite geeky blogs (although I wouldn’t necessarily send an elementary student to that site, as sometimes the topics are somewhat “mature”.) I’m sure a gifted child can find lots of ways to entertain themselves with these fun animations! Maybe they are more clever than me, and can find a way to insert them into a Powerpoint or video 🙂
Tag: It’s Okay to be Smart
2012 Photomicrography Competition
“The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious—it is the source of all true art and science.” ~ Albert Einstein
The 2012 Photomicrography Competition is a perfect combination of art and science, a delightful example of the awe-inspiring beauty that even the smallest pieces of the natural world possess. Browse through the winners and finalists to view, with crystal clarity, the symmetrical shape of a snow crystal or the fearsome vision of a mosquito. These entries into the contest, sponsored by Nikon Small World, would be attention-grabbers in any classroom. They are perfect for story starters, research ideas, or just intriguing screen savers!
By the way, I learned about this contest from my new, favorite blog, It’s Okay to Be Smart. If you love science, this is the place for you!