Use these links for classwork, research, to help you study, and some are even just for fun!
A fast, easy and kid-friendly way for kids to search online. Ask
for Kids uses natural-language technology that allows kids to ask
questions and perform web searches.
Ask for Kids
O.W.L. -Online Writing Lab at Purdue University - Need help with
your writing? Click for immediate help and great tips.
On-Line Writing Lab
Look! It's the online grammar guide. Click your way to
better grammar! Grammar Checker, Spell Checker, Idiom of the
Day, Parts of Speech, and more!
Grammar Station
Named for 18th Century British bookseller John Newbery. Awarded
annually, it honors the most distinguished contribution to
American literature for children. Check out the winners and the
honor books since 1922!
Newbury Award Winning Books
Accelerated Reader Book List - an extensive list of appropriate,
quality books with reading levels noted.
Accelerated Reader Book Lists
Book Lists from a variety of sources.
More Book Lists
Biography Research
Biography.com
FOR RESEARCH HELP - Click HERE!! Get help with research topics,
the process, how to's, and more! The site also includes the
elements of depth and complexity!
Research Help
On-Line Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Encyclopedia = all from
Reference.com(Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com, Encyclopedia.com)
Dictionary / Thesaurus / Encyclopedia.com
Merriam-Webster On-Line Dictionary and Thesaurus
Merriam-Webster Dictionary & Thesaurus
How to Write a Bibliography
How to Write a Bibliography
This site practically writes the Bibliography for you! Great for
web sites, online data bases, CD-ROMS, etc . . .
Easy Bibliography Maker
Find the meanings of common American Idioms
Idioms
Harry Potter Haiku -Write your own Haiku inspired by Harry Potter.
Harry Potter Haiku
Play Etymologic- the hardest word game on the web. Learn where
words originated - coolness!
Etymology Game
Creative writing for Teens
Creative Writing
The Terrible Plight of the Velcro Crop.
Velcro Crop
Cool Word of the Day!
Cool Word of the Day!
Pages for kids by kids - Links to more than 50 websites chosen by
kids that offer fun and education.
For Kids by Kids
The Visual Thesaurus - See the interrelationship of words - fun
to explore and analyze language!
Visual Thesaurus
McDougall-Littell Class Zone - Learn more about literature,
writing skills, grammar and spelling. Test yourself.
Standardized test practice. A great resource for all class
subjects!
Class Zone
Want some really challenging games and brainteasers? Check out
Hoagie's brainteasers page. "For all things gifted."
Brain Teasers
Rooting Out Root Words (Funbrain.com)
Root Words @Funbrain.com
Outline Maker
Outline Maker
How to Write a Thesis Statement
How do I Write a Thesis?
The Research Process
The Research Process
California Reading List (CRL) Based on your score on the
California Standards Test, a specific list has been designated as
appropriate for you in terms of reading difficulty and interest
level.
Find a Great book at your Reading Level; follow the link below from the CA Dept. of Ed.