• Kids' Library
  http://rsacat.alsrsa.org/rooms/portal/page/SirsiDynix_21286_KidsLibrary
  This kid-friendly online catalog will help you look for books that you can check out from the Normal Public Library.

• Yahoo! Kids - Kids' Games, Kids' Movies, Kids' Music, and More
  http://kids.yahoo.com/
  Explore all of the fun stuff on this site, or use it to search the web!.

• ASK For Kids
  http://www.askforkids.com/
  A search engine that lets you to type out your question and find the answer! Also has lots of kid-friendly resources like a dictionary, an atlas, study help, and games.

• KidsClick! Websearch - Web Search for Kids by Librarians
  http://sunsite3.berkeley.edu/KidsClick!/
  Click on different categories to find a list of websites on the subject that you're looking for and a description of each one!

• SuperKids! - The Directory for Kids
  http://www.super-kids.com/
  Click on different categories to find a list of websites on the subject that you're looking for and a description of each one!

• ALA | Great Websites for Kids
  http://www.ala.org/greatsites
  This site is sponsored by the American Library Association.

Homework Help

• Discovery Education - Homework Help
  http://school.discoveryeducation.com/homeworkhelp/homework_help_home.html
  A collection of links provided by the Discovery Channel to help you with English, Health, Math, and lots more!

• Homework Center
  www.multnomah.lib.or.us/lib/homework
  The Homework Center contains sites and resources for K–12 homework subjects. These resources are reviewed and maintained by the Multnomah County Library.

• Internet Public Library Youth Division
  www.ipl.org/div/kidspace
  Look here for links to lots of websites or if you're really stumped, you can even email a question to a librarian!

• Knowledge Bears
  http://www.kbears.com/
  Have a fun learning experience with information on lots of different subjects.

• Ology site
  (ology.amnh.org)
  Presented by the American Museum of Natural History

• Science Fair Project Resource Guide
  http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace/projectguide
  This Internet Public Library site links kids to all kinds of science resources.

• The CIA World Factbook
  www.odci.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.html
  Choose a country from the menu at the top and find out about the geography, people, government, economy, transportation, and much more about the countries of the world.

• Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids
  http://bensguide.gpo.gov/
  Choose a grade level to get started and then you can learn a lot about United States government! From the way laws are made to the electoral process to some fun interactive games, this site can be a great learning tool!

• White House Kids
  http://www.whitehouse.gov/kids/
  This site includes games, coloring pages, quizzes, a White House tour, and more!

• Learn Illinois
  http://www.state.il.us/kids/learn/
  A great site for kids about the state of Illinois - includes the state symbols, flags, seals and government information!

Museums

• Children's Museum of Indianapolis
  www.childrensmuseum.org/

• Illinois State Museum, Springfield
  www.museum.state.il.us/exhibits/

• Smithsonian Kids
  http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/students/idealabs/smithsonian_kids.html
  The Smithsonian Institution’s site for kids offers an interactive look at the museum’s treasures. (Click the "Start >>" button to launch the site.)

• American Memory
  (http://memory.loc.gov/)
  This Library of Congress site provides documents and historical materials that portray the people and events that have made our nation what it is today.

• Exploratorium
  (www.exploratorium.edu)
  The science museum in San Francisco has electronic versions of hands-on exhibits such as exploring the science of hockey, tracking severe storms, and dissecting a cow’s eye.

Animals

• ARKive
  www.arkive.org
  This site brings together photographs, films, and audio recordings of thousands of plants and animals around the world. It is easily searchable and provides a helpful description of each animal. A great resource for reports!

• Animaland.org
  www.animaland.org
  This site is sponsored by The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and features interactive information on careers, animal care, and general information about animals.

• Knowledge Bears - Animals
  http://www.kbears.com/animals/
  This is a fun, interactive website with information on lots of different animals.

Books and Authors

• Author Websites
  http://www.normal-library.org/children_authors.shtml
  Check out the Normal Public Library's list of author's websites!

• Normal Public Library's Books in Series
  http://www.normal-library.org/children_series.shtml
  Check out the Normal Public Library's list of author's websites!

• Award Winners
  http://www.normal-library.org/chilreading.shtml#AwardBooks
  Look here for the official websites of the Coretta Scott King, Caldecott, Newbery, and Rebecca Caudill Awards, as well as descriptions of winners, honors, and nominees.

Stories

• Storyplace - The Children's Digital Library
  http://www.storyplace.org/storyplace.asp
  Enjoy this collection of online stories.

• Tumble Talking Books
  http://www.tumblebooks.com/talkingbooks/list.asp?category=Children
  Lots of classic children's books to listen to. This service is provided by the Normal Public Library.

Just for Fun!

• Crayola Creativity Central
  http://www.crayola.com/
  Games, crafts, coloring pages, and more.

• Chateau Meddybemps
  http://www.meddybemps.com/
  Games, activities, and stories for preschoolers.

• FunBrain.com
  (www.funbrain.com)
  This site offers learning games organized by age.

• girlshealth.gov
  (www.girlshealth.gov)
  Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, girlshealth.gov is designed to help encourage and empower 10- to 16-year-old girls.

• Yuckiest Site on the Internet
  (http://yucky.kids.discovery.com/noflash/index.html)
  At this site, kids can learn about worms, roaches, and many other gross and cool things.

Coloring.com
(www.coloring.com)
Choose a picture to color on the computer!

• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for Kids
  (www.nasa.gov/audience/forkids/home/index.html)
  Find out how to get photos from space, see a launch, and more on this out-of-this-world site designed for kids.

• Sesame Street
  http://www.sesameworkshop.org/sesamestreet/
  Offers games, stories, and more.

• Bob the Builder
  http://www.bobthebuilder.com/usa/intro.html
  Offers games, activites, and more.

• PBS Kids
  http://pbskids.org/
  An excellent, kid-friendly site filled with games and your favorite characters.

• Nick Jr.com
  http://www.nickjr.com/
  Games, crafts, recipes, and more.

• Playhouse Disney on Disney Online
  http://atv.disney.go.com/playhouse/index.html
  Games, crafts, activities, printable coloring pages, and more, along with a special page for preschoolers.

• Seussville
  http://www.seussville.com/
  Fun with Cat and the Hat and other Seuss favorites.

• Crafts Ideas for Kids - Kaboose.com
  http://crafts.kaboose.com/
  Loads of crafts for every occasion.

• Family Fun Craft Finder
  familyfun.go.com/crafts/season/tool/craftfinder_tlp/
  Sponsored by Disney, Family Fun magazines offers lots of great craft ideas. (*There are lots of advertisements on this site*)

• Crayola Crafts
  www.crayola.com/coloringcraft/craft/
  Not just crayons, this site offers a lot of great craft ideas.

For Parents: Internet Safety

• GetNetWise
  (www.getnetwise.org)
  A site for Parents and Children on internet safety - Sections include an online safety guide, a section for reporting online trouble, tools for families, and websites for kids, teens and families.

• Child Safety on the Information Highway
  (www.safekids.com/child_safety.htm)
  Larry Magid, syndicated columnist for the Los Angeles Times,offers tips for becoming street smart about the Web.

• Parents Guide to the Internet
  (www.ed.gov/pubs/parents/internet)
  The U.S. Department of Education offers suggestions on how parents can help children tap into the wonders of the Internet while safeguarding them from its potential hazards.