Student Resources on the Web contains
websites that may assist in research at home or at school. The Online
Reference Shelves contain links
to websites that mirror standard reference sources (ie: dictionaries)
The General Shelves
contain links to Search Engines specifically designed for kids. These
search engines return site matches that have either been viewed by
a content editor or filtered through commercial filtering software.
The
Math Practice
section contains links for drill and practice of math facts. The other sites noted on this page can be used for either Learning
or Fun
Note: Since no search engine or filter is 100% fullproof, it is recommended
that parents supervise children's Internet activities.
Online
Reference Shelves:
Merriam-Webster
Word Central - An online dictionary, thesaurus and rhyming
dictionary. If word is misspelled,
provides a list of similar words.
Dictionary.com
- An online dictionary, thesaurus and encyclopedia.
General
Shelves (Search Engines for Kids):
Ask for Kids
- Previously known as "Ask Jeeves for Kids". Fast, easy way to find answers to questions. Simply type in a question,
and Jeeves sends back related questions. Choose the best question for
your needs. Knowledgebase results are carefully reviewed by a content
editor, and Metasearch results are filtered by SurfWatch.
KidsClick!
Web Search for Kids by Librarians - A search directory with
subjects ranging from Home & Household to Weird & Mysterious.
KidsClick! purpose is to guide young users to valuable and age-appropriate
sites. Sites gathered by librarians.
The Internet Public
Library Youth Division - Developed by librarians to organize
the web. Intended for children ages 4 - 11. Sites are chosen for appropriateness
of subject matter and should be maintained by an authoritative source.
surfnetkids.com
- Lots of pre-selected educational websites.
Kids.Yahoo.com
- Safe games and activities, does also have a search engine. Sites are
hand selected for ages 10 and under.
Spelling
Practice - Parent
or student must type in list of 10 words at a time.
Math Practice: