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Physics Songs

From PhysicsSongs.org: Songs about physics can help students to remember critical concepts and formulas, but perhaps more importantly they communicate the lesson that physics can be fun. And who doesn’t think physics is fun? l will admit that I was… Read More »Physics Songs

Music Thing

I’ve always had a love of music, and a pretty strong music background – I was in a band in college and managed a music store (guitar and drums, not LP and CD) for several years. I’m not sure if… Read More »Music Thing

Cockeyed.com

One of the funniest websites out there. How Much is Inside and Incredible Stuff I Made are probably my favorite sections. Now has a RSS feed, so it’s even easier to keep up with the madcap escapades. Thanks Rob, for… Read More »Cockeyed.com

Build your own R2-D2

For the geek with a lot of time on their hands – instructions on how to build your own R2 unit.

Zork in PHP

Ran across this verzion of Zork done in PHP. Watch out for grues!

Sudoku of the Day

Sudoku puzzles are a great mental challenge. Basically they are the numerical equivalent of crossword puzzles. The Sudoku site has a nice how-to on solving the puzzles.

Filmwise Invisibles

Filmwise Invisibles – There’s a new quiz every Monday that shows stills from eight different movies, with the actors removed “invisible man” style, leaving you to identify the scene from the clothing or scenery. A great way to start the… Read More »Filmwise Invisibles