Resources For Parents and Teachers

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • AAA Math

    Math practice and lessons on various levels and skills for kids K – 8.

  • Kids’ Planet

    Fact sheets on endangered animals along with activities and games from Defenders of Wildlife.

  • 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.

  • DiscoveryKids

    Find games, puzzles, activities, quizzes and more!

  • NASA for Students

    Photos of Earth, the planets, the stars, along with games and learning activities sponsored by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

  • PBS Kids

    Between the Lions! Get Wild About Reading! Includes reading encouragement featuring Curious George, Sesame Street Characters, Arthur, Mr. Rogers, and many more.

  • 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.

  • ABC Fast Phonics

    A phonics tutorial with sound and cartoons for all ages.