Art
American Art Explores themes in American art. (National Gallery of Art, DC)
Art History Resources on the Web Examples of art with historical background, from prehistoric times to present. Links to museums and galleries. (Sweet Briar College, VA)
Artcyclopedia Searchable database of artists and their creations.
Arts Edge Searchable database of dance, music, theater, visual arts, performers and artists from many periods and genres. (John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts)
Digital Archives of American Architecture Includes architects, building types, comparative information on materials, styles and urban planning. (Boston College)
Humanities Web: Art Biographies and selected works of many artists from the Middle Ages to modern times. Sort by period, nationality, topic, theme or medium. Includes extensive glossary.
Islamic Art Examples of Islamic art, along with commentary, from 7th -16th centuries. Includes Islamic history for the period. (Los Angeles County Museum of Art)
Japanese Art A virtual tour of ceramics, lacquered items, painting, sculpture and prints. (Los Angeles County Museum of Art)
National Gallery of Art Links to artists, paintings, sculpture, photos, decorative arts. Searchable database of artwork.
National Museum of Women in the Arts Searchable database of works by 16th-20th century artists, providing biographical information along with commentary on their works.
New York Public Library Digital Gallery Find over 450,000 images from primary sources and printed rarities including illuminated manuscripts, historical maps, vintage posters, rare prints, photographs and illustrated books.
Northern Renaissance Art Web Collection of links for exploring the artists and works of the Renaissance of the North. (Michigan State U.)
Prints & Photographs Online Catalog Historical images, including photos, drawings, engravings, paintings, posters, political cartoons, (baseball cards!) and other genre. (U.S. Library of Congress)
Timeline of Art History Works of art, along with world maps, timelines and thematic essays. (Metropolitan Museum of Art)
Web Gallery of Art Searchable database of over 15,000 European paintings and sculpture of the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque periods (1100-1850). Includes commentary and biographies.
Careers/College
ACT College and career planning, test prep and practice tests. Online registration, financial aid need estimator. Info. and links to help in search for colleges and financial aid.
America's Job Bank Links to 1800 state employment offices in the U.S. Search database for jobs available in a specific location. Information on educational programs and financial assistance.
Brain Track Links to over 7,000 technical schools, colleges, and universities from around the world.
Bureau of Labor Statistics This is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics. The link to the Occupational Outlook Handbook is also on this page.
Best Colleges (U.S. News & World Report) Data collected from 1,400 colleges.
Campus Tours Virtual tours of college campuses.
Career One Stop Gateway to career information, job listings, education requirements, and resume writing.
College Navigator Find the right college. Build a list of schools with side-by-side comparisons based on desired certificate/degree, program, location, and other factors. (U.S. Dept. of Education)
College Planning Center Career planning, choosing a college and financial aid. (Some services available only to residents of Iowa.)
College Navigator Find the right college. Build a list of schools with side-by-side comparisons based on desired certificate/degree, program, location, and other factors. (U.S. Dept. of Education)
College Source Introduction to over 9,000 colleges and universities.
CollegeBoard.com Tests How to prepare for SAT,PSAT,AP, and CLEP exams. Free practice exams. (Click on name of test and then on "Prep Center" or "Preparing.")
CollegeNet Search over 1,000 colleges and universities. Download online application forms. Links to sources of financial aid.
Cover Letters & Resumes:
- Cover Letter Do's and Don'ts Pointers on writing a cover letter to accompany your resume.
Cover Letter Sample
- Resume Do's and Don'ts How to successfully prepare and write a resume.
Resume Sample
Federal Student Aid Information on financial aid, as well as choosing, applying for, and attending college. (US Dept. of Ed.)
FinAid.org Guide to financial aid, military aid, savings, and scholarships.
Go Higher KY One-step site for college and career planning. Virtual college tours and financial aid information. Online admission and financial aid applications.
Kentuckiana Occupational Outlook Provides detailed information on careers in the Greater Louisville bi-state region, including education and skills required for success.
Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority Information on loans, plus other financial assistance.
Military Careers Information on career opportunities for enlisted members and officers of the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. (U.S. Dept. of Defense)
Occupational Outlook Handbook Gives training and education needed, earnings expected, job prospects in each state, and working conditions for hundred of jobs. (U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics)
Peterson's Directory of colleges throughout U.S., plus 16 foreign countries.
Princeton Review Information on colleges, plus business, law, medical and graduate schools, standardized exams, and financial assistance. (NOT affiliated with Princeton U.)
Consumerism
Consumer Action Consumer tips on steps to take when shopping for goods and services, plus warnings on what to watch out for.
Consumer Jungle Interactive program that helps high school students become literate, savvy customers. Covers personal finance, credit cards, transportation, automobiles, e-commerce fraud, other topics.
Economics
Bureau of Labor Statistics This is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics. The link to the Occupational Outlook Handbook is also on this page.
Business Week Online version of the magazine offers business news and analysis.
Currency Conversion Exchange rates for international currencies.
Fortune 500 Fortune magazine's annual list of the top 500 U.S. companies, ranked by revenues..
Hoover's Online Company histories, profiles and stock reports.
International Monetary Fund Information and online learning activities about the IMF, money and macroeconomics.
New York Stock Exchange News, current data and other information from the official website of the NYSE. Search for a specific company to find its description and market data
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U.S. Dept. of the Treasury Current news and information on financial markets, Treasury securities, IRS, Secret Service.
Yahoo! Finance Stock market and financial news.
Geography
50 States.com Political, economic and cultural information.
CIA World Fact Book Geography, people, government, economy, maps and flags of countries around the world.
Flags of the World Game Learn the flags of the world, plus facts about geogrphy and culture.
Geographic.org Flags, colored and outline maps, plus climate and weather for any country. Information on people and their culture.
National Geographic News and photos of physical and cultural geographic subjects.
National Parks Natural and cultural history of locations in the U.S. National Park Service.
-Maps
Map Collections: 1500-2004 Includes digitized original maps of discovery and exploration, cultural landscape, military battles & campaigns, transportation & communication.
National Atlas Interactive maps showing climate, agriculture, geology, population, human-made and natural features. [High on "coolness" scale.] (U.S. Dept. of the Interior)
National Geographic Map Machine Includes political, physical, satellite, population, rainfall, eco-region, topographic, census, atlas, and historical maps, plus maps in the news.
Outline Maps Blackline maps of world countries. Historical maps of the U.S. from 1776 to 1860, including Lewis & Clark's Voyage of Discovery.
WorldAtlas.com Outline, colored, and relief (landforms) maps of any country. Includes flags and geography facts.
Health
4Girls Health Information on issues faced by teens: one's body, fitness, drugs & alcohol, smoking, relationships, the future. Copyright free. (National Women's Health Info. Center, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services)
Freevibe.com Information on the effects of drugs, plus how to achieve the empowerment to reject drug use and other risky behaviors. (National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign)
Healthfinder.gov Health topics, dictionaries, journals. (U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services)
Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN) Information on health topics; interactive.
Medline Plus Medical dictionary, drug information, answers to health questions. (National Library of Medicine)
Mental Help Net Articles, current news on mental health topics.
Merck Manual Explains disorders, symptoms, how they are diagnosed, how they can be prevented, plus treatment and prognosis.
National Cancer Institute Explanations of types of cancer and treatments.
National Library of Medicine Biomedical and health sciences databases and resources.
NIDA for Teens Science-based facts on how drugs affect the body. (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
Nutrition Navigator Links to nutrition web sites. (Tufts University)
Nutrition.gov Includes dietary guidelines, the Food Pyramid, calories, dietary supplements. (U.S. Department of Agriculture)
U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Health and safety topics, products, publications.
WebMD Health Provides wellness information, tools for managing one's health, plus information on medical disorders.
Your Genes Your Health Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment of genetic disorders. (Dolan DNA Learning Center).
History (Multiple Topics)
American Experience Interviews, primary documents, and photos bring events and individuals to life (PBS-WGBH [Boston])
American Memory 7,000,000 digitalized primary documents, manuscripts, photos, films and sound recordings relating to U.S. history and culture. (Library of Congress)
American President: An Online Reference Biographical essays on presidents grouped by era, and on the members of their administration. Includes many photos. (U. of VA)
American Presidents Biographical facts on each president, inaugural address, and key events of the presidency, plus links to additional sites. (C-SPAN)
American Presidents Includes a biography, timeline of key events, image and video gallery for each president. (History Channel)
American Rhetoric Bank of over 600 full-text transcriptions of many of the greatest speeches in American history, many with audio and video.
America's Story "Amazing Americans," "Jump Back in Time," "Explore the States," "See, Hear & Sing," "America at Play." (Library of Congress)
Digital History Music, maps, biography, historical documents, and teacher resources. (U. of Houston)
European Explorers of the 15th & 16th Centuries Shows how Portugal and Spain pioneered the European discovery of sea routes, beginning the process of globalizaton with which we live today. (U. of Calgary)
Eyewitness to History Eyewitness accounts by those who lived through events from ancient days to modern times.
Famous Trials Background and analysis for trials of 40 individuals, including Socrates, Galileo, Oscar Wilde, the Salem Witch Trials, the Scopes "Monkey" Trial, and "The Chicago 7." (U. of MO, Kansas City)
Food Timeline Menus, recipes, manners and social customs from ancient times to the present. (Morris County, NJ Public Library)
Gilded Age: A WebQuest Explores aspects of the Gilded Age in American history (1876-1900) showing that the issues dealt with then are present in our lives today.
History and Politics Out Loud Searchable archive of audio materials, from famous speeches to private phone conversations. (Northwestern U.)
History Central World history, geography, maps and documents, US military history, elections.
History Channel Searchable database.
History of Religion The geography of faith and its wars in which 5,000 years of religious history is shown in 90 seconds of animated maps.
History Place Review of key events in U.S. and world history, including timelines and photos.
Imperial History of the Middle East Animated maps show 5,000 years of history of the Middle East in 90 seconds, depicting the 15 empires that have controlled this area at vaious times during the period.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy Hundreds of articles on philosophers and social issues.
Map Collections: 1500-2004 Includes digitized original maps of discovery and exploration, cultural landscape, military battles & campaigns, transportation & communication.
National Archives Primary documents from Revolutionary War to present.
Our Documents 100 milestone documents that shaped U.S. policy and culture during 1776-1965. (National Archives)
Presidents Index of U.S. presidents, including biographies, speeches, writings, and other primary documents.
Prints & Photographs Online Catalog Historical images, including photos, drawings, paintings, posters, political cartoons, (baseball cards!) and other genre. (U.S. Library of Congress)
The Wars for Viet Nam: 1945 - 1975 Presents an overview with links to original documents, including transcripts, speeches and official communiques. Links to photos.
This Day in History Search any date for significant events.
Today in History Text and photos describe historic events on a given day. (Library of Congress)
Victorian Web Searchable database with links to social and political history, religion, science and technology, arts, and authors. (Brown U.)
-African American History
African American Information Center African American history, politics and culture. (Baltimore County Public Library)
African American Odyssey: A Quest for Full Citizenship Primary documents depict black America's quest for equality from the days of slavery through the 20th century, including the Civil War & Reconstsruction, WWI & II, The Depression, The New Deal and the Civil Rights Era. (Library of Congress).
American Slave Narratives Works Progress Administration interviews of 2,300 former slaves [one of Roosevelt's New Deal programs] (U. of Virginia)
Faces of Science: African Americans in the Sciences Profiles chemists, biologists, inventors, engineers and mathematicians -- both men and women -- who have contributed to the advancement of science and engineering. (Princeton U.)
-Ancient History
Ancient City of Athens Collection of photographs of archeological and architectural remains of Athens, along with background information. Includes a brief outline of Greek history to 1453 CE.
Ancient Greece Click on index (at bottom of homepage) to see extensive listing of images and text links. Includes slide shows of different locations. (State U. of NY, Oneonta)
Daily Life in Ancient Civilizations (Egypt, Greece, Rome, India, China, Mongolia, the Americas)
Eyewitness to History Eyewitness accounts by those who lived through events from in ancient days to the present.
Food Timeline Menus, recipes, manners and social customs from ancient times to the present. (Morris County, NJ Public Library)
Maecenas: Images of Ancient Greece & Rome Hundreds of photos of sites from the world of Ancient Greece and Rome. (State U. of NY, Buffalo)
MythWeb Learn about the heroes, gods and monsters of Greek mythology.
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Play this game to test your knowledge of the Seven Wonders. (PBS-NOVA Online)
-Civil War & Reconstruction
American Civil War Home Page Images, maps, documents and music. (U. of Tennessee)
Civil War Archives Letters home and excerpts from personal diaries written during the war reveal what life was like.
Civil War Home Page Comprehensive collection ofcivil War related material, including battle maps, official records, officer reports and many photos.
Civil War Medicine Depicts what circumstances were like for the wounded and ill, and for those who did their best to care for them, even as staff and supplies were severely limited. Puts medical aspects into perspective.
Civil War Photographs 1,300 photos, many by Matthew Brady.
Home of the Civil War Covers battles and military strategy, biographies, medicine, and letters written by and to young soldiers.
Reconstruction: the Second Civil War Rebuilding the South following the Civil War. (American Experience series, PBS-WGBH, Boston)
-Clothing
Costume Page History of clothing from ancient times to present, including ethnic and theatrical costumes.
Fashion Past & Present Includes fashions, cosmetics, jewelry and military uniforms.
History of Costume Artwork and text depict fashion from prehistoric times to the 1990s.
(Oneonta College)
-Great Depression/New Deal
America from the Great Depression to World War II 164,000 black & white and colored photos. (U.S. Library of Congress)
New Deal Network In the 1930s government programs were created under President Franklin Roosevelt to improve conditions for those suffering from the Great Depression (documents, photos, cartoons).
-Holocaust
U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Background, events and consequences of the Holocaust.
Holocaust Survivors Read and listen to stories of the surivors. Includes many photos and an encyclopedia of sites and events.
-Kentucky History
KY Virtual Library: Kentuckiana Digital Library Thousands of historical letters, documents and photos of the Kentucky region. (Ask librarian for password if needed.)
-Middle Ages
Middle Ages Explores 5th - 15th centuries, a time when life was often harsh and dangerous.
Leaves of Gold Introduction to medieval illustrated manuscripts. (Philadelphia Museum of Art)
-Music in History
Songs in American History Background information and lyrics to songs from 1755 to the present.
-Native American
Pictures of Native Americans Photos and other illustrations of Native Americans, their homes and activities. (National Archives)
-Renaissance
Northern Renaissance Art Web Collection of links for exploring the artists and works of the Renaissance of the North. (Michigan State U.).
Renaissance Interactive site presenting social conditions and achievements of the
14th - 16th centuries.
-Westward Movement
The American West People and events of the Westward Movement.
New Perspectives on the West People, places and events interpreted by today's scholars. (PBS-WETA, Washington, DC)
-World War I & II
After the Day of Infamy Sound recordings (with transcriptions) of the reactions of ordinary people to the bombing of Pearl Harbor and declaration of war. (U.S. Library of Congress)
America from the Great Depression to World War II 164,000 black & white and colored photos. (U.S. Library of Congress)
World War II Timeline Chronology, photos, maps (U. of San Diego)
Humanities
Arts Edge Searchable database of dance, music, theater, visual arts, performers and artists from many periods and genres. (John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts)
Cultural Heritage Initiative Art, music, theatre, ancient history, culture. (U. of Michigan)
Humanities Web Sections on history, art, literature, music and philosophy, showing the relationships among them.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy Hundreds of articles on philosophers and social issues.
Smithsonian Institution Art history, culture, science and technology in a searchable database.
Inventions
How Stuff Works Science, computers, electronics, autos, houses, money, travel, etc.
Inventions Timeline, history, inventor profiles.
Law (Also see Political Science)
Famous Trials Background and analysis for trials of 40 individuals, including Socrates, Galileo, Oscar Wilde, the Salem witch Trials, the Scopes "Monkey" trial, and "The Chicago 7."
OYEZ: U.S. Supreme Court (Multimedia) Searchable database of summaries of past and current court cases. 2000 hours of audio of cases presented 1995 to present. Includes a virtual tour of the Supreme Court Building.
U.S. Supreme Court Constitution, landmark cases, pending cases, decisions.
Literature/Writers
American Writers Biographies, commentary on works.
Author YellowPages.com A searchable directory of author websites
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Cummings Study Guides Includes plot summaries, themes, background information and analysis for pieces of classic literature.
Daily Poetry 180 modern poems selected by Billy Collins, former U.S. poet laureate.
It's a Game (!): The Bookcover Quiz How many novels can you identify when looking at the cover of the book?
Librivox Free downloadable audiorecordings of literature in the public domain, including the works of Shakespeare.
Literary Criticism Links to critical and biographical web sites. (Internet Public Library, U. of Michigan)
Novelist (KYVirtual Library) Assists fiction readers in finding new authors and titles, award winners, book discussion guides, feature articles and recommended reads. (Ask librarian for password if needed.)
New York Times Book Review Searchable index of reviews since 1980. User may have to register, but information is free.
Online Books
Online Books Page Full text of more than 20,000 books in the public domain. (U. of Pennsylvania)
Project Gutenberg Thousands of public domain books in 24 languages, plus chamber music.
U. of VA Library's Electronic Text Center Over 2,000 publicly-available eBooks, including classic British and American fiction, works by major authors, children's literature, American history.
Poetry General poetry resources, including biographical information and links to sites containing full-text poems. (KY Virtual Library).
Poets' Corner Searchable collection of poetry from medieval ballads to sonnets and narrative poems of the 1900s. Majority are pre-1923 (pre-copyright law). Includes some biographies and photos.
Poets.org Hundreds of essays and interviews about poetry, plus biographies, poems and audio clips. (Academy of American Poets)
Pronouncing Dictionary of Authors' Names Learn the correct pronunciation of authors, from Archambault to Wojciechowska.
TeenReads.com Informationand features about favorite authors, books, series and characters.
"Their Eyes Were Watching God": A WebQuest Background for, and critical interpretation of, "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston.
Victorian Web Searchable database with links to social and political history, religion, science and technology, arts, and authors. (Brown U.)
-Literature Awards Winners
Coretta Scott King Award Award is presented annually to authors and illustrators of African descent whose books promote an understanding of the "American Dream."
Printz Award Award is given for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature.
Pulitzer Prize Lists winners of the awards in journalism, fiction, non-fiction, drama, poetry and music from 1917 to the present. Includes biographical information.
-Shakespeare
Absolute Shakespeare The essential resource for his plays, sonnets, poems, quotes, and biography, plus a history of the Globe Theatre.
Complete Works of William Shakespeare Complete texts of plays with searchable database, plus links.
Shakespeare Oxford Society Offers information on the debate over the Shakespeare authorship issue, including an extensive library of source material.
The Shakespeare Mystery Investigates the controversial theory that Edward de Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford, a poet and intimate of Queen Elizabeth I, was in fact, the real bard and author of the plays and sonnets of Shakespeare.
William Shakespeare Works, life and times of Shakespeare, plus information on the Globe Theatre.
Math
Algebra Help Review of concepts. Includes practice problems with interactive worksheets.
Calculus-Help.Com Tutorials and review activities with a touch of humor, including "The Quadratic Formula Song.
Conversion & Calculation Center Convert units of length, temperature, speed, weight, time and currency.
Create a Graph Guides students through constructing a bar, line, area, circle or xy graph. (National Center for Education Statustics, U.S. Dept. of Ed.)
Math Forum Math problems and other resources for students and teachers, from elementary to grad school. (Drexel University)
Math Machine Review, practice, and quizzes in topics from pre-algebra to calculus. Developed by students for ThinkQuest Education Foundation.
Math.Com Review of terms and concepts, including practice and games on topics from basic math to calculus. Check out the "Hot Subjects."
Mathematicians Biographies of mathematicians from Ancient Greece to the present.
Platonic Realms Math encyclopedia, daily math challenge, quotations, review problems.
Science & Math Games & Puzzles Review of math, science and chemical elements. (Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility, Newport News, VA)
Zona Land: Physics & Math Review of concepts in physics and math (functions, geometry, trigonometry, etc.). Uses simulations to illustrate principles.
Music
Arts Edge Searchable database of dance, music, theater, visual arts, performers and artists from many periods and genres. (John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts)
Classical Archives Describes each of the periods of classical music, the composers, their genres and instruments.
Cultural Heritage Initiative Art, music, theatre, ancient history, and culture. (U. of Michigan)
Essentials of Music Discusses the 6 main periods of classical music (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th Century), including historical themes, style and major composers. Audio excerpts from 70 composers. Glossary.
Freeplay Music Thousands of sound tracks may be downloaded for educational use or school projects used on school grounds. Other uses require a license/fee.
Humanities Web: Music Biographies and selected works of musical composers from the Middle Ages to modern times. Sort by period, nationality, musical form, theme. Includes extensive glossary.
Instrument Encyclopedia See and hear instruments from many cultures and time periods.
(U. of Michigan)
Songs in American History Lyrics and history of popular songs, 1755 - present. (U. of Pennsylvania)
Political Science
America in Caricature 1765-85 Background of political cartoons from the colonial period to the War of 1812, to Abraham Lincoln. (Indiana University)
Annenberg Political Fact Check Monitors factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews, and news releases. (U. of PA)
Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government Historical documents, election process, how laws are made. (Government Printing Office)
Bill of Rights History of the document, plus landmark court cases.
Congress.org Find local, state and federal elected officials, voting records, candidates, key bills in congress. By signing up for a newletter update, one can follow the progress of various bills.
GovSpot Links to branches of federal, state and local government, and their agencies and individuals. Government reports, political issues.
History of Political Cartooning "Uniting Mugwumps and the Masses:" history and analysis of cartooning. (U. of Virginia)
National Constitution Center Interactive explanation of the U. S. constitution. Searchable database with information on the constitution and court challenges.
National First Ladies Library Links to biographical and other information covering aspects of their daily lives and the world in which they lived.
The White House Articles, photos and videos depict what is happening in and around the White House, including current political issues. Offers detailed description of the branches of government.
THOMAS - U.S. U. S. Legislative activity, status of bills.
U.S. Electoral College 25 frequently asked questions, including, "Why do we still have the Electoral College?" Includes interactive electoral map and Electoral College calculator.
U.S. House of Representatives Legislative process, current bills being debated, schedule of events. Contact your legislator.
U.S. Senate History, schedule of committee hearings. Contact your senator.
U.S. Supreme Court Constitution, landmark cases, pending cases, decisions.
USA.gov The U.S. government's official home page. Links to agencies and reference centers. Apply for government grants, apply for government jobs, renew a driver's license, get a passport, contact elected officials, find the cheapest gas prices.
Voter Connection Enter your street address to find the names of your state legislators plus the location of the polling place where you would vote. Includes names of other elected officials as well.
Psychology
Center for Psychology Resources Numerous links to journal articles and other resources on topics including abnormal, behavioral, environmental, and sports psychology, plus their legal aspects. (Athabacau U., Alberta)
Encyclopedia of Psychology Links to 2,000 sites dealing with topics in psychology.
Famous Psychologists Biographical information, including contributions to the field of psychology.
Optical Illusions Shapes that appear to rotate demonstrate the illusion of motion known as peripheral drift.
Psych Web Information on topics within the field, plus links to online resources and self-help sites. (Georgia Southern U.)
Psychology Today Information on health and other psychological issues. Access to Psychology Today magazine articles.
Psychology Virtual Library Links to online journals and other resources covering multiple topics in psychology, including stress management.
Science (Multiple Topics)
Discover Presents topics from all aspects of science. Access to Discover magazine articles.
Faces of Science: African Americans in the Sciences Profiles chemists, biologists, inventors, engineers and mathematicians -- both men and women -- who have contributed to the advancement of science and engineering. (Princeton U.)
4000 Years of Women in Science Search by name, date, or field of study. (U. of Alabama)
Fuel Economy Site Find out which cars are most fuel efficient. Shows how cars process gasoline, and looks at fuel-efficient vehicles of the future. (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
High School Environmental Center Information on environmental issues, ecosystems, waste & recycling, health and safety. (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
Science and Math Games and Puzzles Review of math, science and chemical elements. (Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility, Newport News, VA)
Science Daily Reports on latest research, news, books, web sites.
Smithsonian Institution Art, history, culture, science and technology in searchable database.
Today in Science Documents day-by-day history of human science. Printable calendar. (Created by duPont Manual HS science teacher)
U.S. Geological Survey The earth, natural and living resources, natural hazards and the environment.
Why Files Science behind the headlines. (U. of Wisconsin)
-Astronomy
Astronomy Picture of the Day Stunning images of celestial bodies, phenomena and space-related events. Download and save them to use as desktop images/wallpaper. (NASA)
Hubble Space Telescope Photos from the space telescope. Unique wallpaper for your desktop.
Jet Propulsion Lab (NASA) View the solar system, stars and the Milky Way Galaxy. Searchable data base. (California Institute of Technology)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Space exploration and research.
Satellite Tracking Monitor movement of satellites in real time, including the Hubble telescope and the Swift satellite (monitors violent gamma ray bursts) over political or satellite maps. (NASA)
Spitzer Space Telescope Images presented by new infrared telescope.
Welcome to the Planets Collection of images from NASA's planetary exploration program. Includes images and information about the many spacecraft involved.
Windows to the Universe Detailed, colorful encyclopedia of space, physics, geology and life science. (U. of Michigan)
-Chemistry
Chem4Students Review of basic concepts of matter, periodic table, elements, atoms, reactions, biochemistry.
Guide to the Periodic Table ("Webelements") Information on all of the elements and their properties.
Interactive Periodic Table Includes link to Columbia Encyclopedia for background information on each element.
Periodic Table ("Chemicalelements") Interactive periodic table of the elements.
Periodic Table Live Includes characteristics, history and uses, plus video of reaction with air, water, acids and bases
-Earth Science
Chem4Students Review of basic concepts of matter, chemistry, biochemistry, biological and earth sciences.
Energy Foundation Links to information on renewable and efficient energy.
Global Warming Facts and Our Future Information on causes, impact and responses to increased temperature. (National Academy of Sciences, DC)
History of Life on Earth: Paleontology Without Walls Exhibits of graphics, photos and text describe the history of life on earth. (U. of Cal. Museum of Paleontology)
Mountain Maker, Earth Shaker (Plate Tectonics) Activity allows manipulation of tectonic plates to demonstrate the results of their movement. (PBS-WGBH)
National Climatic Data Center Past and present major weather events, climate, satellite imagery.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory Information on technologies and major research & development areas for solar, wind, and geothermal energy.
Savage Earth (Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Tsunamis) Animation and text explain these destructive forces. (PBS)
U.S. Geological Survey Geology, geography, water, natural hazards, environment.
Volcano World Links to over 200 topics relating to volcanoes. Includes review games. (Oregon State U.)
Weather Channel Explains weather events, current and past. Shows how weather predictions are made. Dictionary, encyclopedia of weather-related terminology.
-Life Science
Animal Diversity Web Shows the classification of thousands of species of animals, along with illustrations (many photos) and sound recordings of their voices. Includes information on habitat, ecosystem role and economic importance. (U. of Michigan)
Biology Project Interactive site for learning biology. (University of Arizona)
Chem4Students Review of basic concepts of matter, chemistry, biochemistry, biological and earth sciences.
Cool Anatomy and Physiology Tutorials Interactive review of the heart and portions of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. (Gateway Community College, Phoenix)
Defenders of Wildlife Descriptions, photos, and videos of wildlife organized by continent on interactive map. Worldwide directory of animals and habitats. Current news on animal status; wildlife and habitat fact sheet.
DNA From the Beginning Graphics, animation and video clips explain concepts of genetics. (Dolan DNA Learning Center)
Earth's Endangered Creatures Lists endangered plants and animals of the world by common and scientific name. Includes descriptions, photos and videos.
eNature.com Field guide to 6,000 species of North American wild animals and plants with full-color photographs and descriptions.
Endangered Species Lists threatened or endangered species. Reports on recovery programs. (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)
Environmental Protection Agency Describes programs and resources, plus actions that can be taken by ordinary citizens, to protect the natural environment. Covers current environmental issues such as ozone depletion, global warming, and waste treatment. Large image gallery.
Human Anatomy Online Explore each body system through graphics, animations and descriptive links.
The World's Biomes Text and colored photos describe aquatic, desert, forest, grassland, and tundra biomes. (U. of CA, Berkeley
U.S. Geological Survey Biology, wildlife, environment.
Wildlife Finder: The Most Amazing Animals in the World Exquisite photos, video and narratives bring viewers into the lives of thousands of creatures. (BBC, United Kingdom)
World Biomes.com Covers 5 of the major world biomes (aquatic, desert, forest, grasslands, tundra). Many detailed photos and maps of world biomes. Links to related topics.
Your Genes Your Health Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment of genetic disorders. (Dolan DNA Learning Center)
-Physics
Albert Einstein: Image and Impact Photos, cartoons, voice clips and essays describe his scientific contriutions and his personal life. (American Institute of Physics).
Amusement Park Physics Learn about the physics behind amusement park rides, including roller coasters, carousels, bumper cars, free fall and pendulum rides as a way to apply Newton's Laws of Motion (Annenberg Foundation)
Fuel Economy Site Find out which cars are most fuel efficient. Shows how cars process gasoline, and looks at fuel-efficient vehicles of the future. (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
Zona Land: Physics & Math Review of concepts in physics (forces, vectors, motion, energy, etc.) and math. Uses simulations to illustrate principles.
-Science Fairs/Projects
Science Fair Central Project ideas, organizers, links.
Science Fair Project Resource Guide Guidance for each step of the process, links to resources.
Science Fair.org: The Ultimate Science Fair Resource Project ideas. Hints for design, writing report and creating display.
U.S. Geological Survey Project ideas, reference links.
Social Studies
American Folklife Center Collections of historic sound recordings and images, first hand accounts, Native American song and dance. (Library of Congress)
American Rhetoric Bank of over 600 full-text transcriptions of many of the greatest speeches in American history. Many with audio and video.
Bureau of Labor Statistics This is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics. The link to the Occupational Outlook Handbook is also on this page.
Fed Stats Repository of government statistics from 100+ federal agencies. Information on economy, population, safety, trade, energy, agriculture.
Gifts of Speech Searchable archives of speeches by influential contemporary women from around the world. (Sweet Briar College, VA)
KY Virtual Library: Kentucky Stats Statistical information about Kentucky from local, state, federal and non-government sources. (Ask librarian for password if needed.)
Newseum: The Interactive Museum of News Presents 357 front pages from today's newspaper in 37 countries. Topical cyber-exhibits on photojournalism, news history, and editorial cartoons celebrate the 1st amendment. Emphasizes the vital role a free press plays in a free society. View top 100 stories of the century.
National Archives & Records Administration Access to federal records, and presidential libraries and museums.
National Women's Hall of Fame Brief biographies of American women who have made significant contributions to society.
Smithsonian Institution Art, history, culture, science and technology in a searchable database.
United Nations Cyberschoolbus Lessons on international issues, including peace, poverty, world hunger and human rights. Use interactive database to display comparisons of demographic and economic information on up to 6 countries. Links to foreign newspapers. Model UN role-playing simulation. Webcast broadcast of UN events.
U.S. Census - 2000 Factfinder Access interesting facts about people and regions.
U.S. Census Bureau Tables and maps depict people, housing, income, economy. (View Kentucky, Jefferson County and your own neighborhood!)
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