Omaha Public Schools: Elementary School Information Center Links
The following sites contain a wide variety of links to Dewey subjects from 000-999 including reference books, science, sports, music, language. None of these sites are owned or controlled by the Omaha Public Schools. Neither the district nor its employees are responsible for their contents or their links to other locations.

Library Media Center links - Library Services

000's Generalities

The Amazing Picture Machine (http://www.ncrtec.org/picture.htm)
A massive collection of kid-safe images on topics from aircraft to architecture to animals.

Bartlett's Familiar Quotations (http://www.cc.columbia.edu/acis/bartleby/bartlett/)
A collection of passages, phrases, and proverbs traced to their sources in ancient and modern literature.

EBSCO (http://search.epnet.com)
Full text for hundreds of popular magazine, almanac, encyclopedia, and pamphlet articles. Updated daily. The Searchasaurus interface is intended for younger students. Middle Search and MAS Ultra Online are available for secondary students. See your library media specialist for password information for home use.

Grolier Online (http://go.grolier.com)
Full text encyclopedia articles from three encyclopedias. New Book of Knowledge contains short, easy-to-read articles. Grolier Multimedia accesses articles for older students. Americana provides comprehensive information written at a higher level. Also access a Spanish language version. See your library media specialist for password information for home use.

HotList: Virtual Exhibits (http://sln.fi.edu/tfi/jump.html)
Contains a variety of links on many subjects. Table of Contents has two parts--Online Education Exhibits (for example, Castles on the Web, Around the World Journal, History of Computing, Explore the Louvre) and Online Educational Interactives (Mayaquest, Earthviewer, the TeleGarden).

Library of Congress (http://www.loc.gov)
"America Memory" contains documents, photos, movies and sounds that tell America's story. "Legislative Information" provides full text access to current bills under consideration in Congress. "Exhibition" link contains former displays once open to the public. Also contains ready reference information in a search format.

My Virtual Reference Desk (http://www.refdesk.com/instant.html)
Go to "My facts" link to access dictionaries, biographical dictionary, encyclopedias, and atlas. Also links to Bartlett's Quotations and the CIA World Fact Book.

Omaha World Herald Online (http://www.omaha.com)
Omaha's local newspaper online.

On-line Newspapers (http://www.newspaperlinks.com/home.cfm)
Links to online newspapers in the U.S. and international. Also includes U.S. daily, and college newspapers.

Smithsonian Home page (http://www.siris.si.edu)
Museums of American History, Natural History, Native American, Zoo, etc. Click on Museums/Resources to get to the Map of the Mall.

The World Factbook 2001 (http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.html)
Published by the CIA, this site provides maps and facts about all of the countries of the world.

Yahooligans Computer Web Page (http://www.yahooligans.com/Computers__Games__and_Online/)
Contains computer games, computer generated art, online games, screen savers, and help with web page design.

100's Philosophy and Psychology

Dealing with Feelings (Kids Health) (http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/)
Kids learn about emotions and how to deal with them; school issues, home & family, friends, emotions & behaviors, thoughts & feelings.

Eyetricks.com (http://www.eyetricks.com)
Optical illusions and other mind teasing oddities.

shykids.com (http://www.shykids.com)
Topics include: Making Friends - choosing friends, making friends with activities to share. Other kid oriented links for activities with a friend. Another selection on this site is about building confidence.

200's Religion

Bible Gateway (http://bible.gospelcom.net)
A free service for reading and researching scripture online.

Gods & Goddesses of Ancient Egypt (http://www.ancientegypt.co.uk/gods/explore/listpics.html) 
Pictures and short descriptions of the gods and goddesses of Ancient Egypt.

Religions of the World (http://library.thinkquest.org/28505/inde.html)
A great Thinkquest site that covers Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.

Welcome to Gods, Heroes, and Myth
(http://www.gods-heros-myth.com)
A great source for Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Celtic, Native American, Japanese, Chinese, and Babylonian mythology...also called religion.

World Mythology (http://www.windows.ucar.edu/tour/link=/mythology/worldmap_new.html)
Information on mythology from around the world such as Greek, Roman, Norse, Celt, Incas, Chinese, North American Indians, etc. Offers 3 reading level options.

300's Social Sciences

Black History Hotlist (http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/BHM/bh_hotlist.html)
Information on African Americans, including Black History Month, Civil Rights, slavery, and African American leaders.

First Gov for Kids (http://www.kids.gov)
Developed by the Federal Consumer Information Center, provides links to federal kids' sites. Also links to great kids' sites form other organizations grouped by subject.

Folklore, Myth, and Legend (http://www.ucalgary.ca/~dkbrown/storfolk.html)
This page links to folktales from around the World, Aesop's Fables, Myths and Legends of the Sioux, Creation Stories, and Tales of Wonder, an excellent resource for folktales by country.

Government (http://www.npac.syr.edu:80/textbook/kidsweb/government.html)
Covers the branches of the U.S. government, United Nations and constitutions of other countries. Click on The White House for a virtual tour.

White House for Kids (http://www.whitehouse.gov/kids)
White House tour, history quiz, White House abc's, and current events.

400's Languages

American Sign Language (http://www.where.com/scott.net/asl)
ASL fingerspelling dictionary.

EspanOle! (http://www.espanole.org)
Includes information and resources on language, resources, literature, fine arts, Hispanics, countries, history, cooking, etc.

Idiom Connection (http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Aegean/6720/)
Defines English idioms, alphabetically, or by categories. Quizzes are provided.

Little Explorers Picture Dictionary 
(http://www.enchantedlearning.com/Dictionary.html)
Almost 2000 illustrated dictionary entries in English. Also available in French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Say Hello to the World (http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace/hello/german.html)
Find out how to say "hello" in any language. Audio samples are also provided.

Yahooligan Language Page (http://www.yahooligans.com/Around_the_World/Languages/)
Language site from Yahooligans. Contains 19 languages with simple dictionary. You select language you speak and the language you want to learn. The dictionary will translate the word. No sound is available. Also links to more information about the country.

500's Pure Science

A Math's Dictionary for Kids (http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com)
An animated, interactive dictionary for students explaining over 400 math terms. Includes definitions, examples, activities, and practices.

Ask Dr. Math (http://mathforum.org/dr.math/)
Broken down by grade level, provides questions and answers about all of the math concepts and skills. Includes a section on word problems.

Audubon Nebraska Rowe Sanctuary (http://www.audubon.org/local/sanctuary/rowe/links.htm)
Links for places to visit in Nebraska. Other links to information about cranes in Nebraska.

Biomes of the world (http://www.ups.edu/biology/museum/worldbiomes.html)
Informative text on various biomes--savanna, rainforest, taiga, desert, steppe. No graphics.

Brain Pop (http://www.brainpop.com/science/seeall.weml)
Offers short videos (and quizzes) on almost 70 different science topics.

Desert Animals (http://www.desertusa.com/animal.html)
Pictures and information about animals such as the coyote, rattlesnake, kangaroo rat, jack rabbit, etc.

Enature (http://www.enature.com)
An online guide to more than 4800 North American plants and animals.

Energy Information Administration (http://www.eia.doe.gov/kids/index.html)
Learn about different types of energy. Includes a quiz and fun facts.

Geologist's Lifetime Field List (http://www.uc.edu/geology/geologylist)
Contains "generic sites every geologist should visit," "specific locations every geologist should visit," "things which need to be experienced" such as an earthquake, and the"best of the rest" such as witnessing a tornado, witnessing a meteor shower, and viewing a comet.

Kid's Planet (http://www.kidsplanet.org)
Click on "Get the Facts" to read about the endangered species of the world.

Nebraska Wildlife Descriptions (http://www.ngpc.state.ne.us/wildlife/critters.html)
Not just for Nebraska. 23 animals described, tells habitats, habits, descriptions and more, contains picture and sound file...links to wildlife homepage.

Nine Planets (http://seds.lpl.arizona.edu/nineplanets/nineplanets/nineplanets.html)
A multimedia tour of the nine planets.

Plants & Animals (http://www.kids.gov/k_plants.htm)
Many links to sites such as Children's Butterfly Site, NASA for Kids, National Zoo, Recycle City, Fantastic Forest, etc.

Rainforest Action Network Home Page (http://www.ran.org/)
Beautiful page with plenty of resources for Earth Day! Click on "Kid's Corner" for fact sheets, and information on the animals and people of the rainforest.

Rainforest Workshop
(http://kids.osd.wednet.edu/Marshall/rainforest_home_page.html)
Leads to sections on the temperate rainforest, tropical rainforest, and educational resources complete with lesson plans...lists people, animals, and plants.

Rocks & Minerals Slide Show
(http://volcano.und.nodak.edu/vwdocs/vwlessons/lessons/Slideshow/Slideindex.
html)
Provides a nice picture and short description of a variety of minerals, plus igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks.

Science & Math (http://www.kids.gov/k_science.htm)
Learn about rockets, weather, the human body, outer space, science fair projects and more.

Sea World Web Site (http://www.seaworld.org/)
Click on "Animal Resources" for quick information, "Animal Bytes" takes you to a short alphabetical list of animals. When accessed, statistics about animals and fun facts are given, many have photos.

Soil Science Education (http://ltpwww.gsfc.nasa.gov/globe/index.htm)
The basics of soil, working with soil, soil and society, and other soil resources.

Views of the Solar System (http://solarviews.com/eng/homepage.htm)
Contains much information on all the planets and other heavenly bodies with exceptional photos and animation.

Virtual expeditions on the Web (http://www.terraquest.com/)
Virtual Antarctica offers information about wildlife and the environment as well as historical information. Virtual Galapagos contains links to wildlife and history. A comprehensive informative site.

Volcano World (http://volcano.und.nodak.edu/vw.html)
A colorful web site giving information on currently erupting volcanoes, volcano information and images, volcanoes of other worlds, and volcano video clips.

Weather Forecast (http://www.weather.com)
Weather forecast for the week. Enter city, and click "Go" to get the 10 day forecast.

Windows to the Universe (http://www.windows.ucar.edu)
Covers everything you could want to know about earth and space sciences.

600's Technology (Applied Sciences)

American Kennel Club-Breeds (http://www.akc.org/breeds/index.cfm)
Information on the selection of and responsibilities of caring for a dog.

Awesome Snacks from Around the World
(http://www.sara-jordan.com/activities-snacks.shtml)
Snacks kids make. Organized by countries. Contributors names, ages and where they live are given.

The Cat Fancier's Association (http://www.cfainc.org/)
Sections on cat breeds and cat care including many links on disease.

Computer History Museum (http://www.computerhistory.org/)
Computer related artifacts, documents, film and photographs. Explore, research or browse.

The Food Timeline (http://www.gti.net/mocolib1/kid/food.html)
All links are on a two-sided timeline: Beginnings - foods, fads, food inventions; and Recipes - cuisine and recipes ("that you can make in a modern kitchen, with ingredients bought at your local supermarket and bring into school to share with your class") - through history 17,000 BC to 2002.

The Heart: an Online Exploration (http://sln2.fi.edu/biosci/heart.html)
Clear, thorough explanations with word links in the text. Excellent basic information. Site by the Franklin Institute. Site links to resource materials, enrichment activities, and a glossary.

History of Space Exploration (http://spaceart.com/solar/eng/history.htm)
Covers year 1912-2006, listing dates and mission of each spacecraft--some links to more information and also a links to space history and views of the solar system.

How to Love Your Dog: a Kid's Guide to Dog Care
(http://www.geocities.com/~kidsanddogs/)
Kid friendly information; ready for a dog?. puppy's first year, training, costs, behavior, tricks, loosing your dog, etc. NEA recognized.

Invention Dimension (http://web.mit.edu/invent/)
Inventor of the Week archives (inventions in history). Invention related links and resources.

Kids (Kings of the) Kitchen (http://www.scoreone.com/kids_kitchen/)
Major messes, sweet and sticky, munchies, creation of the month. Kids around the world submit their favorite recipes.

Kids Cooking Corner (http://www.kidscookingcorner.com)
Recipes, cooking secrets, jokes (while you cook) - links to other kid sites.

Kids Farm (http://www.kidsfarm.com/)
Farm information: all picture icons to sections - Farm Animals, Farm equipment, what grows, your pets, kid's rodeo, etc. - then lists of, then several photographs of each in simple sentence.

Kids Health for Kids (http://kidshealth.org/kid)
Staying healthy, everyday illnesses and injuries, my baby, growing up, kid's health problems, glossary. En Espanol.

Marshall Brain's How Stuff Works (http://www.howstuffworks.com/)
Technology of and how anything under the sun works - computers, bread, refrigerators, car engines, firewalls, cell phones, etc.

NASAkids (http://kids.msfc.nasa.gov/)
Space and beyond, rockets, earth, pioneers, puzzles, clubhouse. All aspects of space exploration - clear, easy to read, great graphics and photos, well organized.

Nebraska Wheat Board (http://ianrwww.unl.edu/ianr/agronomy/wheatlab/nwb.htm)
Contains good pictures. Click on "Why Wheat" to find out why wheat is unique.

SpaceKids (http://www.spacekids.com)
Photos, movies, solar system, news, missions, ask questions, homework, interesting topics and articles.

Yahoo's Countries and Culture Food Links
(http://dir.yahoo.com/Society_and_Culture/Food_and_Drink/Countries_and_Cultures/)
Links to recipes from many different countries.

700's Fine Arts

Art Edventures (http://www.sanford-artedventures.com/)
Use: Create Art & Study Art - Art Timeline, Biographies, Elements & Principles of Art, Art Concepts (Color wheel-Wow!), Media, Styles, Artists Create Art. Demonstration: Step by Step example drawings and example photos.

Louvre Museum: (http://www.paris.org./Musees/Louvre/)
Click on "organization of the collection" to view a close up of many of the treasures of the Louvre, also gives a history of the museum and 'scrapbook' gives close ups of many different views of the museum.

Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York): (http://www.metmuseum.org/home.asp)
Takes you to the 3 floors of the museum plus 'the Cloisters'...one can read a description of each collection and visit many works of art as links.

NBA (http://www.nba.com/)
National Basketball Association official website with information on players, statistics, etc.

Olympic Resources on the Web (http://www.monroe.lib.in.us/childrens/olympics.html)
Links to official Olympic websites - including history, athletes, features, events, symbols, links to news sites.

Origami on the Web (http://www.paperfolding.com/)
Origami history, origami and math, learn to fold, insects, etc. Use learn to fold which includes diagrams and links - some simple, some complex.

Puppet Page (http://fox.nstn.ca/~puppets/activity.html)
Contains patterns, plays, tips for producing puppet plays, places for kids to show art work or write a story, interesting links to well known puppets such as the muppets.

Sports Illustrated for Kids (http://www.sikids.com)
Online counterpart to Sports Illustrated for Kids magazine. Site changes form day to day.

Yahooligans Sports Page (http://www.yahooligans.com/Sports_and_Recreation/)
Links to a variety of sports including auto racing, water sports, snow sports and football. Dance link includes a virtual library, pow wow dancing and African music and dance.

800's Literature

ALA/ALSC - Awards and Grants (http://www.ala.org/alsc/awards.html)
Links to Newbery Medal home page, Caldecott Medal home page and others. Large pictures of current winners and honor books with synopsis and review. Each links to About the Medal, Past Winners & Honor Books, links to other medals/awards such as Coretta Scott King Award.

Ask the Author (http://ipl.org/div/kidspace/askauthor/)
Contains interviews with several authors and some links to author's home pages).

Awards for Children's Books (http://ils.unc.edu/award/home1.html)
Links to Newbery and Caldecott Award pages back to 1985, contains abstracts from books included as well as author links, gives information on award criterion and origin of the award.

Book Nook (http://www.schoolnet.ca/arts/lit/booknook/index.html)
Contains book reports by kids. Set up is K-3 reports and 4-6 reports and then arranged by genre. Reports could be stored on your own servers and Book Nook will link there.

Children's Literature Homepage (http://www.parentsplace.com/readroom/childnew/index.html)
For adults, designed to enhance children's literacy by helping adults find the best children's books available... reviews electronic books and multimedia and profiles prominent authors and illustrators, links to reviews by subject, age levels (under top 150 choices), and various awards.

Children's Literature Web Guide - Authors & Illustrators on the Web
(http://www.acs.ucalgary.ca/~dkbrown/authors.html)
Links to author and illustrator websites - most are official websites.

Children's Literature Web Page (http://www.ucalgary.ca/~dkbrown)
Information about many authors--primary and intermediate. Links to Stories on the Web and recommended book lists.

Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners (http://www.isomedia.com/homes/jmele/cskba.html)
Lists winners of the Coretta Scott King Award and explains a little how the award winners are chosen, links to the Multicultural Book Review Homepage.

The Golden Sower Award (http://www.nol.org/home/NLA/golden/sower.htm)
Selections for Current Nominees, Past Winners, About the Golden Soers. Each nminee selections includes student summaries and student artwork - also most have links to author, illustrator and other related links.

Inkspot Resources (http://www.inkspot.com/~ohi/inkspot/young.html)
For young writers, includes contest info and publications that accept children's work.

Learning About the Author and Illustrator Pages
(http://www/scils.rutgers.edu/~kvander/AuthorSite/author.html)
Alphabetical list of authors and illustrators - links to websites, some names have two or three links.

Poetry Links for Young People by the Children's Book Council
(http://www.cbcbooks.org/html/pw_links.html)
Links for students and teachers. Includes nursery rhyme list, a publishing project for K-12, poetry for young adults, Yahooligans poetry, etc.

900's Biography, Geography, History

A to Z Kids Stuff Mexico (http://www.atozkidsstuff.com/mexico.html)
Simple facts and explanations - great links for Mayan and Aztec information. Projects to make.

African American History - Biographies (http://www.lkwdpl.org/madison/Aflg.htm)
Features biographies and profiles of noted African-American historical figures such as Muhammad Ali, Maya Angelou, Malcolm X, Mae Jemison. Great pictures and list of links.

African American Literature & History (http://falcon.jmu.edu/~ramseyil/afroamer.htm)
Extensive annotated list of links inthese categories: biography, history, literature, bibliography, current events, Million Man March, Amistad, Black History Month, etc.

The Age of Exploration (http://www.mariner.org/age/menu.html)
Explorers of the world and related information with pictures and maps. Explore menu or time line. Vocabulary, biographies list, student activities.

The American Civil War (http://tqjunior.thinkquest.org/5663)
Well done website - timeline, battles, people (North & South with quiz), learning activities, other links and bibliography.

Biographical Dictionary (http://www.s9.com/biography/)
Search by birth years, death years, positions held, professions, literary and artistic works, achievements, and other keywords. Covers 28,000 notable men and women. Interactive quiz.

Blank & Outline Maps (http://geography.about.com/cs/blankoutlinemaps/)
Blank and outline maps of different places of the world that may be printed and used for educational purposes.

Canada - Facts, History and People (http://canada.gc.ca/canadiana/facts_e.html)
Information about the history of Canada, its people and its heritage.

Civil War Photos from the Library of Congress (http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/cwphtml/cwphome.html)
Contains a time line of events and photographs of the Civil War period, can also do a key word search for photos.

The Embassy Page (http://www.embpage.org/)
Extensive information about most countries, good for both study and travel.

EspanOle! History (http://www.espanole.org/hist)
Many links for information on history including Pre-Columbian : Caribbean, Mainland (Aztecs, Maya & Incas), Spanish Conquest and beyond.

50 States.com - States and Capitals (http://www.50states.com/)
A folder for each state plus various other kinds of directories. Very complete list of facts and links.

Famous Black American Biographies (http://www.triadntr.net/~rdavis/biolist.htm)
No pictures but easy to read text.

Flags of the World (http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/flags/)
Many indexes and ways to search for flags. More than 27,800 images of flags with history and related information.

Genuine Nebraska, America's Frontier (http://visitnebraska.org/)
Attractions, events, adventures, maps, Carhenge. Tourism partners: Children's Museum, Sturh Museum, Wildlife Safari, etc.

Geography (http://www.enchantedlearning.com/geography/)
A collection of geography pages, printouts (to label) and activities for students - listed by continents. Selected countries or continents includes language (simple dictionary) map, culture, animals, crafts, science, etc. Also includes a section on world flags, maps of oceans, and explorers.

Hispanic Americans, A-Z (http://www.infoplease.com/spot/hhmbio7.html)
Alphabetically listed links to pages of information for famous Hispanic Americans. Many of those pages have links or search by category. (no pictures)

Hispanic American Webliography
(http://www.waukeganpl.org/ysdept/weblies/hispam.htm)
Annotated list of websites with more links: Hispanic heritage, Latino culture, Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum (Chicago), etc.

Internet African American History Challenge (http://www.brightmoments.com/blackhistory)
A 3 level interactive quiz helps kids sharpen their knowledge of African American histor. Read profiles of famous 19th century African Americans.

Inventors Hall of Fame (http://www.invent.org/hall_of_fame/1_1_search.asp)
Search inventions, inventor profiles, National Hall of Fame Museum. Includes the impact invention has had in history.

Just Curious: Native Americans (http://www.suffolk.lib.ny.us/subject/native.php)
Annotated list of websites includes history, food, indexes, music, art, etc.

Kid Info - Pioneers/Westward Expansion (http://www.kidinfo.com/American_History/Pioneers.html)
Extensive list of links in every aspect of this subject - Also links to PBS American History Magazine for Students and The History Channel website.

Kids Connection - History - World War II
(http://www.hinsdale.lib.il.us/kc_wwII.htm)
Links for students on various subjects of World War II.

Kids Links to the American Civil War (http://www.wc4.org/civil_war.htm)
Education links on all aspects of the Civil War - many from the Library of Congress.

Kids View of World War II and the 1940's Era
(http://www.usd230.k12.ks.us/espictt/)
Web site created by students. Descriptions, photos, cross references. Categories include: Interviews, Letters, Stories, Timeline, Fashion, Entertainment, Memorabilia, Military (link to Atom Bomb Museum), Bibliography, etc.

Lighthouses (http://www.ipl.org/div/light/)
A Photographic Journey. Photographs and information about lighthouses in the U.S. and Ireland.

Mapquest (http://www.mapquest.com)
Provides maps, driving directions, and road trip planners for anywhere in the U.S.

Mexico (http://www.yahooligans.com/around_the_world/countries/mexico)
Categories on Mexico: Pictures, Art, Cultures and Traditions, Food and Eating, History, Maps, Science And Nature. Many research links.

The National Park Service - Park Net (http://www.nps.gov)
Visit your parks, Links to the Past, NatureNet, Learn NPS (search by state), Activities, and Web Ranger (coming soon).

Native Americans (http://www.kiddyhouse.com/Thanksgiving/Native.html)
Great sites listed and links on many aspects of Native Americans including different tribes.

Nebraska Blue Book (http://www.unicam.state.ne.us/bluebook/index.htm)
Biennial guide to a wealth of Nebraska history, symbols, elected officials, government agencies, statistics, election results, etc.

Nebraska Databook (http://info.neded.org/stathand/contents.htm)
The best one-stop shop for statistics about Nebraska you will ever find. Population, geographic, economic, and more. Part 2 includes maps, profiles, and photographs of notable citizens, lists of state place names, symbols, and history.

Nebraska...Our Towns (http://www.casde.unl.edu/history/home.htm)
"A historical extension of virtual Nebraska." Descriptive Nebraska history with pictures and maps. Search for towns, then click on that town for history and pictures.

Nebraska State Capitol Virtual Tour (http://www.state.ne.us/captour/welcome.htm)
Tour one of the most historically important state capitols. Tour the Foyer, Vestibule, East/West Chambers, Rotunda, or find information on the history, artists and architects, and the Sower.

Nebraska State Government Publications Online
(http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/docs/pilot/pilot.html)
Links to hundreds of online publications posted by Nebraska state agencies, arranged by agency name. A good source for annual reports, directories, statutes for each agency.

Nebraska State Historical Society (http://www.nebraskahistory.org)
Provides research and facilities for the study of the people, buildings, and cultures of Nebraska. Also includes links to historical sites.

New Perspectives on THE WEST (http://www.pbs.org/weta/thewest)
People (Indians, Explorers, Presidents, etc.), Places, Events, Quizzes, etc. - all on the westward expansion of the United States.

Omaha Free Net (http://omahafreenet.org/)
Click on Omaha Metro Index to access links to Omaha history, libraries, Henry Doorly Zoo, Western Heritage Museum, SAC Museum, Joslyn Art Museum and more. Also links to Nebraska history and points of interest.

Oregon Trail (http://www.americanwest.com/trails/pages/oretrail.htm)
Trail history. Includes graphics. Links to other Oregon Trail sites.

The Oregon Trail (http://www.isu.edu/%7Etrinmich/Oregontrail.html)
All about the Trail, historic sites, fantastic facts, Trail archive (diaries & books). Wide range of topics.

People Past and Present, Part 1 (Sites for children by the American Library Association)
(http://www.ala.org/parentspage/greatsites/people.html#a)
List of annotated website links for individual biographies and collective biographies. Includes other categories: cultures of the world, world history, and U.S. history.

Plains Indian History (http://www.plainsindianhistory.com/)
Links to the tribes, chiefs, individual soldiers, mountain men, explorers (Fremont, Lewis & Clark, Pike), Scouts, fights and various others related to Plains Indian culture.

POTUS - Presidents of the United States (http://www.ipl.org/ref/POTUS/)
All bout the presidents, with brief background facts, election results, notable events and points of interest.

Some Famous Nebraska Authors
(http://info.neded.org/stathand/parttwo/author.html)
Biographical information (1 1/2-2 pages each) on Aldrich, Cather, Eiseley, Morris, Neihardt, and Sandoz.

Statutes and Constitution (http://statutes.unicam.state.ne.us/)
Nebraska statutes and Constitution online. Searchable by keyword or browsable by chapter.

U.S. Presidents - Resources on the Web (http://www.monroe.lib.in.us/childrens/prezweb.html)
Anotated list of websites with links about United States presidents.

U.S. States (http://www.enchantedlearning.com/usa/states)
Extensive information on each state - facts, map, flag description, symbols (with pictures). Also lists for state extremes and records, population figures and area figures.

Unicameral Update (http://www.unicam.state.ne.us/update/)
Weekly highlights of the Nebraska Legislature.

Union Pacific Home Page (http://www.uprr.com/aboutup/history/)
Accessing "Facts Figures and History" provides an interesting chronology, significant individuals and a photo gallery of the railroad.

World War II Archive (http://192.253.114.31/D-Day/table_of_contents.html)
An unbelievably thorough archive of the events of World War II containing graphics, text, movies, excerpts from the Stars and Stripes newspaper, maps and battle plans.

Zoom Explorers (http://www.enchantedlearning.com/explorers/)
One-two paragraphs, pictures on some, and map on each explorer. Arranged by geographic area and by century. Also includes section on space and undersea explorers.

Zoom Inventors and Inventions (http://www.enchantedlearning.com/inventors/)
Short descriptions and some movable graphics. Arrange for search alphabetically, historically by centuries, or by categories. Cross links between Inventions and Inventors. Categories include: types of inventions, African Americans, and women - also various countries.

 


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