REFERENCE SITES
General Reference Sites:
Information Please. Huge site, sponsored by the Learning Network, that contains an online dictionary, encyclopedia, atlas, almanac, and much more.
Microsoft Encarta Research Center: View articles online from the CD-ROM encyclopedia, use an English dictionary, or see the world through the dynamic online atlas.
Encyclopedia.com: Short encyclopedia articles on thousands of subjects.
Encyclopedia Smithsonian: View FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Smithsonian museums and their holdings on a wide variety of subjects.
The 1911 Encyclopedia: View encyclopedia articles written over 90 years ago! Great for comparing and contrasting information and knowledge of different time periods or for historical studies. Very cool!
Other Reference Sites:
How Stuff Works. An interesting collection of explanations for inquiring minds.
Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators. A categorized list of sites useful for enhancing curriculum and professional growth. It is updated often to include the best sites for teaching and learning.