Today's children are growing up in a world that is

continually changing and growing. From the Internet to the Mars probe to

advancements in modern medicine, we live with the constant

reminder that science is a part of our everyday lives. Knowing that, the

Museum of Science, Boston offers a program to help children get

excited about science.

Science-By-Mail, now in its 10th year, sends 4th-9th

grade children two hands-on science activity packets in the mail,

as well as the name and address of a real scientist who will act as

their mentor. The activity packet topics this year include flight,

simple machines, science magic, imaging, communications and a

new topic about living in space.

Children can register for Science-By-Mail either at home or

in school in small teams of one to four or as an entire class of up

to 28. For information on topics, fees and registration, call

1-800-729-3300 or e-mail them at [email protected]. Their website

is www.mos.org.

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