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Interesting Web Sites
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley
http://snowflakebentley.com/index.htm
 In 1885, self educated farmer Wilson A. Bentley (1865-1931) became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. He would go on to capture  more than 5000 snowflakes during his lifetime, not finding any two alike. This web site is dedicated to Bentley's life work and the stunning images he left behind

Snowflakes Images
http://www.its.caltech.edu/~atomic/snowcrystals/photos/photos.htm
 The Snow Crystals Web site has beautiful and amazing images of snow crystals (snow flakes to you and me!) captured by Patricia Rasmussen, using a new photomicroscopy apparatus designed specifically for capturing very- high-resolution snow crystal images.

Design a Virtual Snow Flake
http://www.explorescience.com/activities/Activity_page.cfm?ActivityID=13
  With "Snowflake Designer," you can make a 6-sided virtual snowflake online. It's easy and fun, and you can watch the pattern emerge as you make it. There are four "scissor" sizes, an "eraser," and a reset button. You can also copy the finished flakes to your clipboard to save them. Fun for all ages!

Make a Paper Snowflake
http://www.highhopes.com/snowflakes.html
http://www.teelfamily.com/activities/snow/art.html
 Both of these Web sites have instructions for making 6-sided paper snowflakes. It's easy to create beautiful snow flakes. 

Airport Security Measures
http://www.tsa.dot.gov
 If you've had enough snow and are ready to fly off to a warmer climate, check out the Transportation Security Administration's site for everything you need to know about new airport security measures. Discover a list of timesaving tips, information on assistance for special needs, the latest list of prohibited and permitted items, and other information that will help guide you smoothly through the security process.
 

 


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