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ANNUAL REPORTS

Annual Reports

www.annualreports.com - AnnualReports.com is the leading provider of
free online annual reports to individual and institutional investors.
AnnualReports.Com is the most complete and up-to-date listing of Annual
Reports online. The directory is a free Internet service that will
enable potential investors to review a company's annual report in an
easy convenient manner.

Public Register's Annual Report Service

www.prars.com/index.html  Order free company financials from the Public Register's Annual Report Service.  PRARS, America's largest annual report service, provides annual reports,  prospectuses, and 10k's for over 3,600 public companies.

Artcyclopedia 

http://www.artcyclopedia.com - The mission of Artcylopedia is to become “the definitive and most effective guide to museum-quality fine art on the Internet.”  That’s a tall order, but this web site has complied an index of more than 7500 artists represented at 1200 hundred web sites devoted to the arts.

The Art Guide

www.theartguideonline.com

A companion website to the a monthly magazine, this site is a comprehensive list of gallery exhibitions and openings in CT and parts of MA, NY, and RI. Search exhibition listings by town, or by using the Calendar of Events. Also included is a Call for Entries from area galleries..

BIOGRAPHY

Biography.com

http://www.biography.com- You may be familiar with Biography through A&E, or through the periodical. This website is from the same family, and it’s loaded with the same wonderful information - over 25,000 biographies of famous folks from the past and present.

 

BOOKS

The Booklist Center

http://home.comcast.net/~dwtaylor1/index.htm - "Read the best books first or you may not have a chance to read them at all," said Henry David Thoreau.  At this web site, you’ll find more than 240 book lists to help you find the best books in categories from best sellers to young adult literature.  Thank Dr. David Wilson Taylor, a retired librarian and information scientist, for maintaining this wonderful site.

The National Book Foundation

http://www.nationalbook.org - The National Book Foundation presents the National Book Awards this month; it's also National Book Month. Take a look at past National Book Award winners, book trivia, book lists, and much more on the organization's web site.

The New York Times First Chapters 

www.nytimes.com/books/first – The New York Times conveniently posts the first chapters of a dozen or so new fiction and non-fiction titles each week.  They’ve also archived the first chapters of  hundreds of titles.  Each book links to the Time’s review (you’ll need to register online with the Times, but it’s free).  There’s a section on authors, and a discussion forum as well.

Bigcharts

www.bigcharts.com  BigCharts is an investment research web site that provides access to research tools like interactive charts, quotes, news, industry analysis, and intraday stock screeners. BigCharts also has an historical quotes feature for researching stock prices from previous years.

County Business Patterns

www.census.gov/prod/www/abs/cbptotal.html 

An annual series of economic information for each state and a U.S. summary whichs covers agricultural services, forestry, mining, construction, manufacturing, transportation, wholesale and retail trade, finance, insurance and real estate, and services.

ThomasNet

www.thomasnet.com

A comprehensive database with more than 650,000 industrial suppliers and over 67,000 product and service categories, ThomasNet is a handy site to find an exact product, service, distributor, or supplier.

World Chamber of Commerce.com 

http://www.chamberofcommerce.com - With this worldwide chamber of commerce directory, you can find addresses, phone numbers and web addresses of chambers of commerce throughout the world with ease. You'll also find information on convention and visitors bureaus, tourism boards, and both American and foreign embassies. Check out the top ten chamber sites, too.

CARS

CarPoint

carpoint.msn.com MSN CarPoint gives users convenient access to detailed automobile specifications and pricing information, reviews and advice from leading automotive writers, interactive decision management tools,  and a new- and used-car buying service.   You’ll also find personalized maintenance and recall information.  

Edmund's Automobile Buyer's Guides

www.edmunds.com  Edmunds.com provides extensive automobile reviews, consumer information, and expert analysis of late-breaking developments in the automotive world. Be sure to check out the site's Town Hall, an easy-to-scan online conversation area for feedback and questions from other auto shoppers.

Hybrid Center

www.hybridcenter.org

Thinking about buying a hybrid car? Research information at this site is presented by the Union of Concerned Scientists. This site provides key consumer information: a Buyer's Guide, a Comparison Chart, and hybrid reviews.

Kelley Blue Book

http://www.kbb.com The Blue Book has become one of  the most popular automotive books in the United States. On the Internet since 1995, the Kelley Blue Book of Used Car Values generates millions of pricing reports for new and used cars every month. Find old and new car values, and with a VIN number, complete a title and "lemon search."

Better Business Bureau Charity Reports

http://www.give.org  – Before you give, you might want to visit this web site sponsored by the Council of Better Business Bureaus’ Philanthropic Advisory Service. The Council has posted reports that provide information regarding an organization’s background, programs, fund-raising activities, and whether or not the organization meets the Council’s standards.  

GuideStar

www.guidestar.org Billed as the nation's leading source for non-profit information, this site has more than 1 million charitable non-profit organizations based in the United States. Sign in (it's free!) and obtain full non-profit information including financials and Form 990.

COLLEGE 

Colleges, College Scholarships and Financial Aid

http://www.college-scholarships.com - This page has been designed for college-bound students, parents and counselors, providing easy access to SAT test prep tips, free college scholarship and financial aid searches, and much more.

students.gov

www.students.gov – Students.gov is a gateway for students and their families to services and information from the government of the United States.  The U.S. Department of Education has joined forces with many federal agencies to create a single web site that addresses a number of student concerns such as education, finances, careers, community service and much, much more.

College and University Rankings

www.library.uiuc.edu/edx/rankings.htm  The Education and Social Science Library at the University of Illinois states that the purpose of this rankings site is to “provide context” to the many online sources that rank colleges, with criteria ranging from the academic to the spiritual (e.g.  most wired, disability friendly, and colleges that encourage character development).   You’ll also find news articles discussing some college ranking methods.

FAFSA On the Web

www.fafsa.ed.gov – This government sponsored web site allows students to fill out a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) right online.  FAFSA on the Web automatically edits applicants’ answers before transmitting, resulting in fewer applications rejected.  Also, because of  a feature called  “skip logic,” the application will only be prompted to ask only the questions that the individual student needs to answer.

FastWeb

www.fastweb.com  This free web site offers an easy way to gather information about college scholarships.  The backgrounds of registered users are matched with eligibility requirements for scholarships from around the country.  In addition, Fastweb has a directory of over 4,000 schools with information on financial aid and admissions.

FinAid! – The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid

www.finaid.org Here is an award-winning site that has grown into one of the most comprehensive annotated collection of information about student financial aid on the web. FinAid®'s custom calculators can help you figure out how much school will cost, how much you need to save, and how much aid you'll need.

U.S. News and World Report's Best Colleges and Graduate Schools

http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/rankings/rankindex_brief.php   The famous annual rankings of the 'best' educational institutions and programs in the U.S is available online.  Search for colleges and graduate schools by name, or fill out the interactive worksheet to find schools by location, cost, size, academic programs, etc.  Other categories include financial aid, best values, and hot job tracks.

Connecticut Economic Resource Center

www.cerc.com –  CERC is a nonprofit corporation specializing in economic development and marketing for local, regional, state and utility economic development entities. Some of CERC’s services include business registration and licensing, economic data research services and economic development consulting. Look for available commercial and industrial property throughout the state on this web site.

Connecticut Fairs

www.ctfairs.org
Summer and Autumn are a great time to attend a Connecticut fair. The Association of Connecticut Fairs has provided a complete list of upcoming fairs along with hours, admission information, and driving directions!

Connecticut History Online

www.cthistoryonline.org -Connecticut History Online, a collaboration between the Connecticut Historical Society, the Thomas J. Dodd Research Center and Mystic Seaport currently contains about 14,000 photographs, prints and drawings that are searchable by keywords and dates. 

Connecticut Housing Search

www.cthousingsearch.org
Funded by the Department of Economic and Community Development, this site is a free place to list and find accessible, affordable & market rate rental housing in Connecticut.

Connecticut Licensing Info Center 

www.ct-clic.com  The Connecticut Licensing Info is a searchable database of more than 900 licenses, permits and registrations administered by 25 different Connecticut state agencies, including the Department of Motor Vehicles,  CT Small Business Development Centers, and the Department of Public Safety.  You can search for licenses by agency or key word, and then download the necessary forms online.

Connecticut Network

www.ct-n.com - The Connecticut Network is a partnership of CPTV, Connecticut Public Affairs Network, Connecticut Community College, and the New England Cable Television Association. These organizations have joined forces to provide "unedited and unbiased" coverage of all three branches of Connecticut's government through television and the Internet. Watch press conferences or live coverage of the state senate in session.

Connecticut Public Schools

http://www.csde.state.ct.us/public/der/schools/index.htm This Connecticut State Department of Education Web site provides a wealth of information about schools in our state including school profiles.

Connecticut’s Heritage Gateway 

http://www.ctheritage.org - Developed by the Connecticut Humanities Council, this web site is a great place for anyone interested in learning more about programs and resources involving cultural heritage of Connecticut.  There’s a lot of history here just waiting to be discovered.

www.nameitandclaimit.org This web site is part of the effort of the Connecticut State Treasurer’s Office to return unclaimed funds and property to owners or their heirs.  Search through the list of more than 500,000 names to see if there might be funds from an old savings/checking account,  an un-cashed check, or bond that belongs to you or someone in your family.  You can request an Official Claim Form right online at this site.

State Health Facts Online

http://www.statehealthfacts.kff.org/ - See how Connecticut compares to other states in many issues surrounding healthcare. The Kaiser Family Foundation's web site includes information for all fifty states.

http://www.ct.gov/  The official web site of Connecticut is filled with facts about the state.  If you’re looking for information about the branches of Connecticut government, agencies and organizations, licenses and permits, tourism, commerce, or education, this is the place to search.

State of Connecticut - Judiciary Branch

www.jud2.state.ct.us/default.htm  Created by the Connecticut Judicial Branch, this web site is a great public service.  Of special interest is the Civil/Family case lookup section.  Just click on “party name inquiry” to search for lawsuits, including suits against doctors and other professionals.

State of Connecticut - Department of Public Health

http://www.dph.state.ct.us/  The state’s Department of Health has created this web site in an effort to keep citizens of Connecticut informed on the issues of health.  Check for physician profiles as well as regulatory action reports (listings of licensing problems for various health occupations).   The Department also provides the latest news about the West Nile virus situation.

ConsumerSearch

www.consumersearch.com ConsumerSearch helps consumers determine which products are "best bets" by scouring professional reviews from multiple sources. Tabs provide product information as both "Fast Answers" (a listing of top-rated products) and also "Full Story" (complete analysis of what the product reviewers have said.)

DTV Answers

www.dtv.gov/index.html
On February 17, 2009, television stations nationwide will switch to digital television broadcasting. This website will inform consumers how to switch over to this new technology, if they have not done so already.

http://www.consumer.gov/idtheft/ - The Federal Trade Commission maintains this site, and updates it regularly law enforcement updates, and links to other sites that offer information about identity theft. This site also describes the various ways that identity thieves work along with consumer alerts, and how to file a complaint.

Consumer World

www.consumerworld.org This is a public service, non-commercial guide cataloging over 1800 of the most useful consumer resources on the Web, such as best credit card rates, bargain air fares, home sale prices, discount stores and outlets, and more.

Farmers Markets

www.ct.gov/doag/cwp/view.asp?a-1368&q=259134 
Summer is upon us and fresh farm produce can be found throughout Connecticut. Farm markets provide an opportunity for farmers to sell their crops, and also provide a great place for consumers to purchase fresh, high-quality produce and other farm specialty items.

Federal Citizen Information Center

www.pueblo.gsa.gov/

For over 35 years, the Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC) has been a trusted source for consumer information. This web site categorizes consumer issues into subjects ranging from "Cars" to "Travel." While many of the print publications can be ordered for little or no cost, most are available to read online for free!

Free Credit Reports

www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/credit/freereports.htm

Beginning September 1, 2005, free credit reports are now accessible to all Americans. Nationwide consumer reporting companies are now required to provide you with a free copy of your credit report, at your request, once every 12 months. This site provides the details for getting your credit report from either the web link, the telephone number, or the mailing address of the Annual Credit Report Request Service.

Fuel Economy

www.fueleconomy.gov
Find and compare automobile gas mileage and annual fuel costs, view tax incentives for fuel efficient cars, get gas mileage tips, or, best of all, find the best per gallon price for gasoline in our area!

Google Directory for Price Comparisons

http://directory.google.com/Top/Home/Consumer_Information/ - The folks at Google have put together a directory of web sites for consumer information. There is even a section that deals with sites that offer price comparisons for various items.

Recalls.gov

http://www.recalls.gov - In order to provide better service in alerting the public to unsafe or defective products, six federal agencies with different jurisdictions have joined together to create this website, which they call a "one stop shop" for U.S. Government recalls.

Sperlings Best Places

www.bestplaces.net - From the authors of the Money Magazine study, "Best Places to Live," Sperlings Best Places enables you to do a side-by-side comparison of 3,000 U.S. cities in 100 categories. Whether you are relocating, looking for real estate or a new job, this is a great place to start.

www.uspto.gov  The United States Patent and Trademark Office has developed this comprehensive web site so that interested parties may research patents and trademarks online.  In the year 2000, is will be possible to apply for patents online as well, with the USPTO's electronic filing system software.
  

DICTIONARIES

www.onelook.com  Sure, there are a number of good dictionaries on the Internet, but here you will find 2,848,851words in 589 dictionaries. For three years in a row, this megadictionary site has won awards for being incredibly useful because it makes the process of looking up a word both quick and painless.

Free On-Line Dictionary of Computing

http://foldoc.doc.ic.ac.uk/foldoc/index.html - FOLDOC is a searchable dictionary of computer acronyms and jargon, programming languages, history of computers - in fact anything to do with computing.

http://www.bt.cdc.gov - This very informative web site from The Center for Disease Control's Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response covers such topics as smallpox, anthrax and radiation emergencies.

Disaster and Emergency Management Information Network

http://ccs.tamu.edu/homeland_security/index_home.html - The Public Policy Institute at Texas A&M University has developed DEMIN, the Disaster and Emergency Management Information Network.  This website presents access to a number of emergency and homeland security web-based resources from around the world, including information on preparedness, response and recovery.

National Disaster Medical System

http://ndms.dhhs.gov - This is the official home page of the National Disaster Medical System, a section of the Department of Homeland Security. They are responsibile for managing and coordinating Federal medical, and health related social services and recovery to major emergencies and Federally declared disasters.

Ready.gov

http://www.ready.gov - From the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the primary goal of this web site is to educate the public, on a continuing basis, about how to be prepared in case of a national emergency - including a possible terrorist attack.

 

EMPLOYMENT

CareerBuilder.com

www.careerbuilder.com CareerBuilders offers job seekers the ability to search for positions in the U.S. and internationally (there are more than 250,000 job postings in this database).  In addition, job seekers can build, manage, and track their resumes right online.

CareerOneStop

http://www.careeronestop.org/ - This government site is the “nation’s publicly-funded resource for jobseekers and businesses” everywhere. Find jobs in all industries, from technical to professional, from entry level to CEO. You can also locate area public workforce services. Resume writing, interview strategies and alternative career paths are also explored.

CareerJournal.com

http://www.careerjournal.com  From The Wall Street Journal, a premier career site that includes a database of more than 30,000 top-level jobs from the nation's best companies, more than 2,500 articles on all aspects of job hunting and career management, and features such as in-depth salary data and a calendar of career events.

www.ajb.org/ct  Part of the American Job Bank, this web site lists job openings in Connecticut that are posted through the Department of Labor for the State of Connecticut. Registered users can post resumes, create cover letters, track job searches, and develop a personal online career account to help with their job search.

Fairfield County Jobs  

http://fairfieldcountyjobs.com - Fairfield County Jobs is updated continuously with information about job openings from over 200 area employers.  If you are looking for a job, this is great website because it allows for flexible searching; you can use keywords, company names, cities or profession.  And the site is truly dedicated to listing organizations that are in Fairfield County.

www.monster.com  Monster.com lets job seekers search for jobs throughout the U.S. by type, company, or location.  Be sure to take advantage of the career resources that are offered  (you can research the companies that post jobs on this web site, subscribe to the free career newsletter, or sit in on the scheduled chat sessions).

 

Nation Job Search

www.nationjobsearch.com

This site is a mega-job site where you can not only visit the top job sites, but also find job listings by state or industry. In addition, in Career Development Resources you can find information on the best employers, Executive Search Firms, Job Fairs and Expos and more!

  Occupational Outlook Handbook 

http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/home.htm -The most recent edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the nationally recognized source of career information, is now available online. The Handbook is designed to assist individuals in making decisions about their careers by describing what workers do on the job, training and education requirements, earnings, and expected job prospects.

http://www.rileyguide.com/ Margaret F. Dikel, the author of The Riley Guide,  describes it as "the first guide to using the Internet to aid in your job search. Included in this free document is information on using the Internet, how the Internet can be a tool in the job search and recruiting process, and links to hundreds of job resources, services, and information guides all over the Internet."
  

www.imdb.com  Roger Ebert has named IMDb the best movie site on the Web, and it is indeed a great site.  Here you'll find the answer to virtually any questions you may have about movies and television.  There are reviews, release dates, plot summaries, and bios on actors all combined with great searching flexibility.

www.mrqe.com This site is a central gateway to many of the movie reviews available on the web, from sources such as the Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert), Boxoffice Magazine, Village Voice, Entertainment Weekly and Variety. There are over 20,000 titles and more than 150,000 reviews in this comprehensive database.

www.playbill.com Owned and operate by Playbill, Inc., this site is a gateway to the world of theatre where the theatre buff can buy tickets to shows on Broadway or in London, read the latest news of the theatre world, see seating charts, and find the best restaurants in the Broadway area for pre-theatre dinners.

 

http://www.scorecard.org - Scorecard reports on pollution in areas across the United States.  By entering in a zip code, you can learn about environmental issues such as air quality, toxic chemicals, agricultural pollution and land contamination.

Online Writing Lab

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/esl/index.html - Purdue University offers free ESL materials through its Online Writing Lab.  These materials include many handouts and exercises, as well as links to other Internet resources for the ESL student or teacher.  The grammar section alone has more than 60 handouts and exercises.

FAMILY HISTORY/GENEALOGY

Ancient Faces

http://www.ancientfaces.com  - Ancient Faces, the sponsor of this fantastic website, “wants to help bring faces to the names of our ancestors by adding photos to genealogy.” They’ve provided an exchange where the owners of old photos can share them for free so that people researching their family trees can actually see their ancestors.   You can search for photos of your relatives by keyword, name, date, or location

Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet

www.CyndisList.com What began as a project for a local genealogical society has grown into an index of 50,000+ web sites. Cyndi's List offers a categorized & cross-referenced index of genealogical sources on the Internet.  Included in the List are sites that allow you to perform a surname search, sites that are gateways to genealogical information in other countries, and the ability to post queries.

www.ellisisland.org/   The American Family Immigration History Center at Ellis Island has undertaken the ambitious project of gathering information on the 17 million people who came to New York from 1892-1924.  Immigrant arrival records are being digitized and entered into a searchable database.   Take a look at the Immigration Museum and the American Immigrant Wall of Honor from this web site.

www. familysearch.org You can search for free through the Mormon Church's International Genealogical Index, an extensive database of births, christenings, marriages, and deaths from all over the world. In the Ancestral File, you might get lucky finding a branch of your family in the family trees contributed by researchers.

www.familytreemaker.com This is the home page for the most popular genealogy software that also includes access to the World Family Tree project database of 98 million names, helpful how-to articles, news of electronic research sources, and family name forums.

genforum.genealogy.com/   GenForum is intended to provide users a forum to provide genealogical information or to discuss topics related to genealogy and other related issues of interest.   At this web site, you can search the online forums by surname, region (including foreign countries), and specific topics like adoption and family reunions.

National Archives and Records Administration

www.archives.gov   Since genealogists are the most frequent users of its facilities, the Genealogy Page of the National Archives and Records Administration has been designed to help the family tree researcher by providing access to many guides and research tools as preparation for a visit to one of the 13 regional facilites or for requesting records from the NARA.

Public Record Center

www.publicrecordcenter.com

Search billions of public records through tens of thousands of government and public record links organized by subject, county, state, or country. Best of all, it's free!

www.rootsweb.com/   RootsWeb offers an impressive variety of information for genealogists, including research advice, mailing lists for diverse interests and surname resources. At present, RootsWeb hosts more than 2,700 web sites and 3,600 mailing lists.

www.usgenweb.org  The USGenWeb Project of a group of volunteers working to provide Internet web sites for genealogical research in every county in the U.S. This web site provides you with links to all the state web sites which, in turn, provide gateways to the counties.

 

GOVERNMENT

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance

http://12.46.245.173/cfda/cfda.html - This site is a directory of Federal Domestic Assistance programs available to individuals, private profit & non-profit organizations and institutions, and to state and local governments. In addition to searching for programs, information is available on writing grant proposals.

Declare Yourself

http://www.declareyourself.com - Declare Yourself, a national nonpartisan and nonprofit campaign, hopes to rally young American voters to participate in the presidential elections. Their website offers people a chance to register to vote, and gives comprehensive election information.

Fedforms.gov

http://www.fedforms.gov - The Top 100 Most Requested Government Forms, including some tax forms, can now be found in one place at Fedforms.gov. This site has been developed in conjunction with the Government Paperwork Elimination Act.

First Gov

www.firstgov.gov – This is the first government web site to provide the public one-stop access to all online U.S. Federal Government resources.  FirstGov allows users to browse everything from researching at the Library of Congress to tracking a NASA mission. It also enables users to apply for student loans, track Social Security benefits, and compare Medicare options.

Govengine

http://www.govengine.com - Govengine’s goal is to provide the citizens of the United States with easy access to federal, state and local government information.  This web site also has information regarding both state and federal court systems. 

State and Local Government on the Net

http://www.statelocalgov.net/index.cfm - A directory of official state, county, and city government websites, this site is searchable by both state or by many topics including Tourism, the Arts, or State Military and Veteran's Sites.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service

www.uscis.gov/graphics/index.htm

From the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website, access forms and information to obtain a Green Card or apply for Naturalization.
At the bottom are helpful links for "How do I" fact sheets, "Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants," and "Quick Civics Lessons"

 

www.ama-assn.org   For medical professionals and health care consumers alike, this site has many interesting features, including a medical reference library.  Of special interest is a feature called 'Doctor Finder', which allows you to search for doctors by name or medical specialty.  

Disability Resources on the Internet

www.disabilityresources.org - Disability Resources, a nonprofit organization established to help bring information to people with disabilities, has established a website to guide people to disability resources on the Internet. Use the site's regional resource directory to search for agencies in Connecticut, or search by topics such as caregiving, mood disorders, and adopting children with disabilities.

Drugs@FDA

http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/drugsatfda/index.cfm - This web site is actually a catalog of prescription and over the counter drugs that have been "approved or tentatively approved" by the Food and Drug Administration. Search by drug name, active ingredient or browse a list of drugs.

4Women.Gov

http://www.4women.gov - The National Women's Health Information Center has created this web site to provide reliable health information for women everywhere. Subscribe to the free electronic newsletter, or search the database for information on specific health issues.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/hipaa/ - If you've been to the doctor since April 14th, 2003, you many have been given a questionnaire to complete about the disclosure of your medical information. This is because of the new Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. The United States Department of Health and Human Services has posted an HIPAA fact sheet and other important information on this web site.

Healthnet: Connecticut Consumer Health Information Network

library.uchc.edu/departm/hnet/index.html  Located at the University of Connecticut Health Center Library in Farmington, Healthnet has been helping Connecticut residents find consumer health information through their local public libraries since 1985. Their Web site includes "Internet Resources," a directory of links to some of the most important health sites on the Internet. 

www.nlm.nih.gov   The web site of the world's largest medical library and the creator of MEDLINE allows access to more than 10 million journal article references and abstracts dating back to the 1960s.  Answer health questions, learn about clinical research studies, and search the directory of health organizations.

Nutrition.gov

http://www.nutrition.gov - The Nutrition.gov website provides information about nutrition and physical activity produced by the federal government.  It’s a wonderful resource for nutrition issues, such as dietary guidelines for children and adults.  You can also read up on the latest information about the food-borne illnesses that are so prevalent in recent news headlines.

Rare Diseases 

www.rarediseases.org – This comprehensive web site was developed by NORD, the National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.   NORD is a “unique federation” of non-profit health organizations that service those who are affected by rare diseases and disorders.   Search the rare disease database for information on more than 1100 diseases – or browse the organizational database of more than 3000 helpful organizations.

SafeMedication.com

www.safemedication.com – Sponsored by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, this web site provides detailed descriptions of at least 650 different prescription and non-prescription medications.  They discuss how medications should be used, side effects and adverse drug reactions, storage instructions, and what to do if a dose is missed.

Smallpox Information Site - Center for Disease Control

www.cdc.gov/smallpox  - For educational information about smallpox disease from the Center for Disease Control of the US Department of Health and Human Services.  Site includes news updates, questions and answers, and information on vaccination programs.

 

FBI's Freedom of Information Act Electronic Reading Room

http://foia.fbi.gov/room.htm -  Since the Freedom of Information Act in 1966, many of the FBI's most sensitive and engaging files have been declassified and opened to the public. Some of the categories on the site include Espionage,  Gangster Era, Historical Interest and Unusual Phenomena.  Read reports about both the famous and infamous, including  John Lennon, Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball, Albert Einstein and Adolf Hitler.

The Food Timeline 

http://www.gti.net/mocolib1/kid/food.html - The Food Timeline was created by librarians in response to questions about food history and period recipes. The historical information comes from reference tools like The Oxford Companion to Food, and the recipes come from culinary historians, primary documents, and restaurant web sites. The site also offers a food history answer service (free and open to everyone).

Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies 

http://www.library.yale.edu/testimonies - The Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies at Yale University currently holds more that 4,100 testimonies of individuals who experienced the Holocaust - survivors, those in hiding, resistors, liberators.  The project began in 1979, and the resources have been available to the public since 1982.  View excerpts from these testimonies here at the Archive's web site, or connect to the Archive's online catalogs.

Making of America

http://www.hti.umich.edu/m/moagrp/ - Begun in 1995, the Making of America collection consists of digitized books and journal articles published between 1850 and 1877. It is a virtual treasure trove for researchers, students and historians interested in antebellum America, especially those who are looking for primary sources.

NARA American Originals

http://www.archives.gov/ - This online exhibit from the National Archives and Records administration includes "a selection of some of the most significant and compelling documents from the National Archives holdings."  Take a look at the full text of the Louisiana Purchase agreements, the police report on the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the report of the collision of the Titanic.

HOMEWORK HELP

B.J. Pinchbeck's Homework Helper

http://school.discovery.com/homeworkhelp/bjpinchbeck/index.html  Young BJ and his father have partnered with Discoveryschool.com, and together they have created a wonderful list of more than 625 links to educational sites on the Internet that they've found very helpful.

Cite Those Sources!

http://www.fairfield.k12.ct.us/tomlinson/ctomlinson02/cite_those_sources!.htm Not sure how to cite a book, magazine, or electronic database as a source for your term paper? This resource, courtesy of Tomlinson school, will help answer your bibliographic questions!

Congress for Kids

http://www.congressforkids.net - This web site is designed for students in fourth grade through high school, but everyone will find it fun and useful.  Learn about Congress and our government with the interactive tour and colorful illustrations.  

Exploratorium Hands-on Activities

http://www.exploratorium.edu/explore/handson.html - This site by the Exploratorium Science Museum, contains instructions for more than 500 simple experiments that you can do at home.  These experiments range from building telescopes and rain sticks to making mummies and paper airplanes.

Homework Center - Multnomah County Library

http://www.multcolib.org/homework/sochc.html - This excellent collection of links was created by the Multnomah County Library for middle and high school students. If you are looking for opposing viewpoints on a wide range of social issues, from Animal Rights to World Population, this is a great place to start.

Homework Help

http://www.nationalgeographic.com/education/homework - Expert homework help from National Geographic! Here you'll find fact-filled features that are perfect for homework, presentations and reports. Categories include animals, history, culture, maps, geography, art, science and nature.