REFERENCE
REFERENCE
Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids
Information about our nation and it's government is supplemented with games and activities. Information is broken down by grade ranges so that you can choose the reading and content level you are comfortable with.
FirstGov for Kids
This site, maintained by the Federal Consumer Information Center, is the U.S. Government's interagency Kids' Portal. It provides links to Federal kids' sites along with other notable sites from other organizations. Sites are grouped by subject.
The World Factbook
http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.html
Country profiles from the World Fact Book.
Academy of Achievement
This is a virtual museum of famous twentieth century people who are accomplished in the arts, business, public service, science, and exploration. Includes profiles, biographies, and interviews.
National Geographic
Colorful maps, outstanding photographs, special exhibitions, and information about a variety of global culture topics.
Smithsonian Institution
Take an interactive virtual tour of the largest museum complex in the world. Browse on-line collections by department, date, text, or artist. Links are provided to each of the individual 16 museums so users can visit the National Air and Space Museum or the National Zoo.
American Folklore
http://www.americanfolklore.net/
Read folklore from each of the fifty states. Includes stories about characters such as Paul Bunyan, Pecos Bill, Davy Crockett, and many more.
Word Central
A student dictionary complete with daily buzzwords to stretch your vocabulary.
The Fact Monster
This site is chock full of reference materials, fun facts, and homework help!
The Amazing Picture Machine
Find report pictures using this index to graphical resources on the net.
Bear Essential News for Kids
http://www.bearessentialnews.com/
This news magazine for kids features news and information.