Resources For Parents and Teachers
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ipl2
Internet Public Library for Kids. A public service organization learning/teaching site that also includes a lot of other interesting information for kids.A kid-friendly Internet search engine that also includes items of interest to kids: jokes, movies, music, etc.
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KidsClick!
The Freedom to Explore! A search engine designed by librarians for kids ages 6 – 12. Searches are by category, alphabetical topic, digital media, and the Dewey Decimal system.
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AAA Math
Math practice and lessons on various levels and skills for kids K – 8.
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Kids’ Planet
Fact sheets on endangered animals along with activities and games from Defenders of Wildlife.
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Mad Science Network
Sci Network – Welcome to the laboratory that never sleeps! Features answers to over 36,000 questions, Ask a Scientist, Mad Labs, the Random Knowledge Generator.
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DiscoveryKids
Find games, puzzles, activities, quizzes and more!
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NASA for Students
Photos of Earth, the planets, the stars, along with games and learning activities sponsored by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
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PBS Kids
Between the Lions! Get Wild About Reading! Includes reading encouragement featuring Curious George, Sesame Street Characters, Arthur, Mr. Rogers, and many more.
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The Stacks – Scholastic
From Scholastic Books, information on book series and characters: Animorphs, The Baby Sitter’s Club,
Magic School Bus, Goosebumps; authors; new books. -
Vocabulary and Spelling City.com
Extensive word lists, Dolch sight word lists, activities, worksheets, articles on spelling and reading, etc.
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ABC Fast Phonics
A phonics tutorial with sound and cartoons for all ages.