Alfred Nobel, though he held over 300 patents in his lifetime, is most famous for inventing dynamite.

Here's a great introduction to five famous astronomers for kids. See who got the star party started with this worksheet.

Quite possibly the most famous constellation, the Big Dipper is a small part of Ursa Major, the big bear constellation.

Introduce your child to the animal kingdom's most famous anomaly, the platypus! Color and learn about the platypus with this great info sheet.

Track down some of the most famous animals of the Amazon -- and other places -- with this rainforest coloring page that doubles as a life-science lesson.

Coyotes' famous howl gave them the nickname "song dogs." This is just one of several coyote facts your child can learn from this worksheet.

One of the most famous and easy to spot constellations is the Big Dipper! Formally known as Ursa Major, this constellation was named after a bear.

Can you match the scientist with the unit of electricity or power that is named after him?

Learn all about Alexander Fleming, the man who invented penicillin and the happy accident that brought him to it.

How much do you know about our national bird? Enjoy an info page about the bald eagle, with a mini crossword, some fun facts and a picture to color.

If your child is studying life science, introduce her to all the strange animal pairs that work together in the wild.

Get to know the Apollo 11 space mission in this science and history worksheet!

The next time your parents ask you to wash your hands before dinner, read this worksheet about Joseph Lister and take their advice!