Research Databases

EBSCO Host select the Student Research Center. Student Research Center provides students the most appropriate research tools for easily obtaining the information that they seek from their EBSCO databases. Through the Student Research Center, users can easily pre-determine which content sources (e.g., Magazines, Newspapers, Biographies, Country Reports, Film & Video) will be included with their search. They can also search their databases by topic heading, make use of an online dictionary and encyclopedia, explore the top searches of the day, and even limit their search according to appropriate Lexile reading levels. Our user name is somerset and our password is password for this site. http://search.ebscohost.com/

Marshall Cavendish Digital provides you with multiple paths to the information you are seeking. We have access to the Diseases and Disorders database. More than 250 infectious diseases, mental disorders, and noninfectious diseases and disorders are detailed in this informative and accessible resource. Plus 50 overview articles on general health care issues. We also have access to the Exploring Ancient Civilizations database. This reference resource covering the period from approximately 6500 BCE to 500 CE brings to life a fascinating range of ancient civilizations for readers of all ages. http://www.marshallcavendishdigital.com

Libraries

Stanislaus County Free Library
http://www.stanislauslibrary.org

Modesto Junior College Library
http://virtual.yosemite.cc.ca.us/mjclibrary/

CSU Stanislaus Library
http://www.library.csustan.edu/

Library of Congress
http://lcweb.loc.gov/homepage/lchp.html

Other Sites

Cybrarian Interactive, content rich links for kids http://www.cybrary.org/index.htm

FirstGov for Kids The Federal Government has provided this portal to all government web sites for kids.
http://www.kids.gov/

Mathsore http://somerset.mathscore.com/

Smithsonian Education provides primary sources, field trips, and virtual visits to exhibits here. http://smithsonianeducation.org/

A Science Odyssey presents the people and the discoveries of 20th century science and technology in a variety of accessible and interactive Web features. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aso

Science Superstars mainly concerned with science suitable for children aged between 8 and 14. Provides information, puzzles and printable worksheet sections, together with a homework help site with a rapid turn-around for answers. There are also many links to other sites. http://www.zephyrus.co.uk/famousscientist.html

6th Grade Research - Inventions

Famous Inventions - A History of Famous Inventions: http://inventors.about.com/od/astartinventions/a/FamousInvention.htm

Invent Now/Hall of Fame/Search: http://www.invent.org/hall_of_fame/1_1_search.asp

6th Grade Speech Contest Sites

Peacemakers: http://www.myhero.com/peacemakers/peacemakers_content.asp

Biographies of Peacemakers: http://www.42explore2.com/peacemak2.htm

Ancient and Lost Civilizations: http://www.crystalinks.com/ancient.html

Kidipede - History and Science for Kids - Homework Help for Middle School: http://www.historyforkids.org/

8th Grade Timeline Project

Historical Timeline - Explore History Through Five Different Timelines: http://www.historicaltimeline.com/

World History: HyperHistory: http://www.hyperhistory.com/online_n2/History_n2/a.html

8th Grade Persuasive/Ethical Topics

Best Information on the Net: Hot Topics: List of resources organized by topic compiled by the librarians at St. Ambrose University: http://library.sau.edu/bestinfo/Hot/hotindex.htm

Controversial Issues: Read pros and cons on hot topics with sourced facts, news, bios, opinions: http://www.procon.org/?gclid=CL3N2Zfo0JkCFRwDagod_BQCuA

Social Issues - Homework Center - Multnomah County Library: Provides in-depth research on current events and controversial topics. Reports are known for their balanced approach, providing both sides of an argument: http://www.multcolib.org/homework/sochc.html

8th Grade Hero Research Project

American Heroes: Provides biographies of heroes in American history: http://www.kent.k12.wa.us/KSD/De/research/heroes.html

American Heroes with USA Hero/Biographies and Research Links: Presents a collection of biographies on Americans who have excelled in some manner far beyond the norm and have become heroes to the nation: http://www.usa-hero.com/

Nutrition

Food and Nutrition Information Center: Dietary supplements, guidelines, food guide pyramid, child care nutrition, food safety and topics from A-Z: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/nal_display/index.php?tax_level=1&info_center=4

The Food Guide Pyramid: Explains how the pyramid is used to show the foods that make up a good diet: http://kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/food/pyramid.html

7th Grade Science

Nervous System Diseases: is a selected list of diseases and syndromes that should reinforce your learning experience for the approximately 30 structures this web-site features: http://www.sci.uidaho.edu/med532/Disease_index.htm