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Free science education materials

The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (part of the National Institutes of Health) has a wealth of free science education materials available at its Web site, http://www.nigms.nih.gov/Publications/NAT0409

All materials are free of charge and are downloadable from the Web site. Printed materials are available individually or in classroom sets.

Here is a sampling of the free products:

• Findings magazine, which profiles vibrant scientists and includes puzzles and games. Each semi-annual issue introduces students not only to cutting-edge research, but also to the varied personalities, hobbies and backgrounds of the researchers, who could serve as role models for future scientists.
• A new "Ask a Scientist" online feature allows students to submit relevant scientific questions to researchers profiled in the magazine. Free subscription.
• Award-winning booklets on topics like cell biology, genetics, chemistry, pharmacology, structural biology and computational biology. Several of the booklets are enhanced with additional online content. 
• Interactive games and crossword puzzles that teach science.  Scientific image galleries containing downloadable photos, illustrations and videos. 
• Video and audio interviews with scientists.
• A monthly electronic newsletter that highlights recent scientific advances.