Zoom In On Microscopic Wonders

Ever wonder what the world looks like through the lens of a microscope? Your grandkids probably do too! If you want to get them excited about something educational for a change, venture with them into the fascinating world of microscopy science with a little help from the Microscopy and Science Education Web Site created by Dennis Kunkel Ph.D.

Some of the activities you'll both enjoy doing there include:

• Searching the Education Image Library, which features more than 2,000 images-everything from algae to viruses, as seen through the microscope
• Operating the Virtual Scanning Electron Microscope (includes sound effects)
• Zooming in for a closer look at common household insects like the fruit fly and mosquito

Loaded with dazzling images from the microscopic world, this is one online destination you'll want to visit often-few educational sites will inspire as much awe!