Featured Sites

Featured sites-

• KidRex
  KidRex is an engaging, safe search engine for students that is powered by Google Custom Search and Google SafeSearch technology. In addition to typical filters applied to searches, the site maintains its own database of inappropriate websites and keywords to further reduce the possibility of inappropriate search returns. The search engine is easy to use and similar to a typical Google search. You simply enter the search term and a list of sites is returned. Inappropriate search terms are returned with an "Oops, try again!" message. KidRex is a great link for your classroom webpage. Before using the site, be sure to click on the Parents link for a quick overview of how the site works.
  http://www.kidrex.org/
  
  
• Bookseer
  Students can input the name of a book they have just finished in order to find a list of similar books they might enjoy.
  http://bookseer.com/
  
  
• Women @ Nasa
  This website includes a stunning collection of over thirty videos and essays from women who contribute to NASA's mission in many different ways. The stated goal for the site is "we hope that these stories will inspire girls everywhere to reach for the stars, and explore the myriad of opportunities available to them through pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics." Each story includes a biography, story and video about the woman highlighted. Stories include information about their background, academic degrees, and current work and future goals with NASA.
  http://women.nasa.gov/
  
  
• Wonderful Houses Around the World
  This site offers a look into homes around the world, complete with fascinating shapes and photos from the inside and outside. Simply visit this site to enjoy this marvelous array homes. The inside view of the homes features residents going about their daily activities. Since the images are small, you may want to use the Zoom controls on your computer to enlarge for a better view.
  http://www.shelterpub.com/_wonderful_houses/wh-toc.html
  
  

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