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Information
- Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus
- Britannica.com - Britannica Encyclopaedia online.
- Factmonster.com - Weather facts, homework help, quizzes and games.
- Internet Public Library - KidSpace - A wealth of resources on math, science, art, health, sports and more.
- Rhymezone - Rhyming Dictionary.
- ALA's Great Web Sites for Kids - American Library Association directory of Web Sites for Kids.
Animals
- ASPCA'S Animaland - Animal care, careers, and other info.
- Oakland Zoo - Animals from A to Z - Animal information and photos.
- Insectclopedia - All about bugs!
- Pet Care Tips - Tips for taking care of your pet from the American Animal Hospital Association.
- National Wildlife Federation - Articles from Ranger Rick and a homework help section.
Arts and Activities
- Artcyclopedia - A guide to fine art on the Internet.
- @rt Junction - Virtual art room for kids.
- Matisse for Kids - Learn about Matisse and make your own Matisse-style artwork!
- A Lifetime of Color - Fun and educational art activities from beginner to advanced.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York - Explore the Met.
- Tammy Yee's Origami Page - Learn the traditional Japanese art of paperfolding.
- Kid's Guide to Easy String Figures - Instructions for some string figures, including video clips.
- Switch Zoo - Create your own exotic animals!
People and Places
- Biography.com - 25,000 of the greatest lives, past and present.
- Whitehouse.gov - The White House Guide to Bios of U.S. Presidents.
- The Worldfact Book - The CIA's Guide to Countries.
Sports
- The Ancient Olympic Games - Find out all about the Olympics - then and now!
- Kids Running.com - Advice and info on Running for kids.
- Major League Baseball - Official Site.
- Major League Soccer - Official Site.
- National Basketball Association (NBA) - Official Site.
- National Football League (NFL) - Official Site.
- National Hockey League (NHL) - Official Site.
- Sports Illustrated for Kids - Latest issue online.
- Sports Science @ the Exploratorium - Learn about the game and the science behind it!