Merriam-Webster Dictionary - definitions, word games, and how dictionaries are made.

Roget Thesaurus - find synonyms, or like terms here.
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SIRS Discoverer on the Web - Click here for home access
A great place to start on that research paper! Suggested topics, current events, maps, statistics, and more.
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ALA Great Websites for Kids - created by the American Library Association.

Fact Monster - atlas, almanac, dictionary & encyclopedia in one.

Homework Center - links to various homework subjects.

The Homework Spot - separates sites by grade level.

Internet Public Library - homework help and more, created by Librarians.

Kids Click - web search for kids, created by Librarians.

National Geographic Kids - Articles on various topics.

BJ Pinchbeck - created by a student, this site has over 700 links.
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Grolier Online Click here for home access
Type your topic into the Find it Fast button. Then use the tabs at the top of the search results page to find articles on the topic.
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NewsBank InfoWeb - Click here for home access
Search dates or subjects in nation-wide newspapers or check out the “Special Reports” links on the homepage.
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ProQuest - Click here for home access
Find magazine articles on your topic and read them online or print them out.
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A Maths Dictionary for Kids - interactive math dictionary.

Flashcards for Kids - online flashcards to test your math skills.

Measurements Converter - convert weight, time, length and more!
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Grolier Online Click here for home access
Get facts, scientists’ biographies, scientific current events, and ideas for science projects in The New Book of Popular Science.
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Dragonfly - for science investigators of all ages.

EIA Kids Page - learn about energy from the Energy Information Administration.

How Stuff Works - this site answers all kinds of questions!

NASA for Kids - adventures in the universe for grades 5 and up.

Science Fair Project Resource Guide - help for projects from the Internet Public Library.
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Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations - search for famous quotes by keyword or author.

Braille Bug - learn about Braille from the American Foundation for the Blind.

Elements of Style - an in-depth look at grammar.

English Works! - action and linking verbs.

English-Zone - grammar, spelling, study skills & more.

Poetry Zone - read poems and submit your own.

Vocabulary University - lots of activities for students in upper elementary through H.S.
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SIRS Reasearcher - Click here for home access
Browse topics like “Environment,” “Family,” and “Global Issues.”
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At Home in the Heartland - Illinois history from the State Museum.

Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government - explore by grade level.

Discover Illinois - official state website for kids.

Eyewitness to History - read personal stories of people who lived in various times.

50 States & Capitals - includes U.S. commonwealths & territories.

Food Timeline - If you ever wondered what the Vikings ate, this site is for you.

Go West Across America - explore the trail with Lewis & Clark.

Middle Ages - learn what life was really like in Medieval times.

This day in History - find out what events happened today in history.

Understanding Slavery - learn about slavery around the world.

White House Kids - official site includes video tours of the White House.
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