Web Resources

General

Quality websites on every subject, selected by librarians.

www.commonsensemedia.org

Provides ratings and reviews of books, movies, and other media products.


kids.nationalgeographic.com/

Videos, stories, games, animals, more.


Math

http://www.khanacademy.org/
Khan academy is a great resource especially for math. It is a free site endorsed by the Gates Foundation and started by Salman Khan who wanted to help his middle school nephews grasp mathematical concepts.  There is a library of over 2600 videos covering arithmetic to physics, finance, and history.  Practice exercises and videos help you learn at your own pace. 


Reading



www.readwritethink.org/
Provides engaging ways for parents to encourage children to read and write.  This site offers book suggestions and literacy activities prepared by teachers.   

readkiddoread.com/
Booklists galore, and more, sponsored by well-known authors.

Excellent collection of articles and resources for parents, plus booklists and lots more.



www.storylineonline.net
Listen to and watch well-known actors read stories.



Writing

storybird.com/

This site allows you to write a story in a short period of time while using artist prepared images.

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