LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

About this resource

Appropriate grades
6–12
Subjects
arts (general), healthful living (general), science (general), social studies (general)
Provider
How Stuff Works, Inc.

Legal

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How Stuff Works is a great place to come to learn about how things work in the world around you. Readers can also submit questions to How Stuff Works.

Subjects are divided into the following:

  • Computer Stuff - hardware, internet, software, security
  • Auto Stuff - buying and selling, safety, engines and transmissions, cutting edge technology
  • Electronics Stuff - television, cell phones, CDs, VCRs
  • Science Stuff - earth science, engineering, life science, military, physical science, space
  • Home Stuff - home appliances, food, home improvement, home office, home security, the yard
  • Entertainment Stuff - arts, games, movies, music, sports, television, toys
  • Health Stuff - diseases and conditions, drugs, fitness, health care, nutrition, the body
  • Money Stuff - business, credit and debit, economics, financial planning, luxury items, shopping
  • Travel Stuff - planning, travel safety, transportation, travel gadgets
  • People Stuff - culture, government, good will, public works

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