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to the Cyberspace for Kids page. C'mon in! Take your shoes off and
leave everything you think you know at the door. You're about to
embark on a wonderful journey through a world without boundaries. Traveling through cyberspace is an exciting adventure with no speed limits. Soon you'll be a veteran traveler and be able to enjoy all the sights and sounds of this new frontier. And don't be surprised if you get lost. Sometimes, that's half the fun! Below are websites kids (and parents, too) will find fun and interesting! |
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Have more fun than you could possibly imagine! Click on a category or visit the teacher & staff-recommended websites below.
Oh, and please email us if you notice a website that is obsolete. Thanks! |
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Reading & Writing Research Science Social Studies Space Sports Television Virtual Tours |
The following are websites teachers & staff have recommended . . .
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Prairie Central Upper Elementary ~ 312 N. Center Street POB 496 ~ Forrest, IL 61741
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Brevard Zoo |
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| Go on a virtual tour and see the lemurs and the gibbons. Check out the big collection of animal photographs as well. |
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The Butterfly Web Site |
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| Flitter among the flowers with the beautiful butterflies - caught for you on this page. Did you know there are many types of butterflies? Find out just how many and why they do the things that they do. |
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Curse of T. Rex |
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| The dinosaurs weren't alone! Who else was here when the dinosaurs ruled the earth? Did they really rule? This PBS special reveals it all. |
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Crocodiles |
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| Find out about a creature that's been living on the earth for at least 240 million years. No, not the dinosaur - the crocodile. See how these reptilian kings outlived the dinosaurs to become some people's pets! But you just may think twice before taking one for a walk! |
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Art Resources |
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| Looking for a favorite painting, museum, or artist? You'll find it here in this immense collection of links to everything art. See masterpieces up close, learn how to improve your techniques, or find out how gorillas are getting into the act. |
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Children's Music Web |
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| Looking to put some music into your life? Sing, listen, create, and play music - all at this site. Talk about the music you love, hear what other people have to say, and jus t take some notes for yourself. |
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Piano on the Net* |
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| A working composer and studio musician has created this site where Beginning, Intermediate, and even Advanced students can learn piano. Easy to follow. A piano keyboard is required. |
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Kids F.A.C.E. Homepage |
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| Kids For A Clean Environment (Kids F.A.C.E.) is a children's environmental organization started in l989 by a 9-year old child. The club, with a current membership of over 300,000 worldwide, is dedicated to helping children learn more about the world in which they live and helping them to be more involved in the protection of nature. |
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Kid Sites |
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Click here and find sites designed for kids and teachers. Almost every academic subject plus Hobbies and Games. |
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Fun Activities for Kids |
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Awesome, animated graphics take you to a variety of stories, games, and activities. Visit Cartoon Castles, Stamps and Stomps, and Presto Puzzles to start the fun. |
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Kids Domain |
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The kids' computer site. Read reviews of software, download FREE programs and games, learn to program, build web pages, find teaching and parenting resources, and best of all, play on-line games, puzzles, crafts, and more. You will want to stay a kid forever. |
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Meals for You |
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If only they made virtual food, you'd never have to leave this site. With thousands of recipes and meal plans and complete nutritional information, you're in for a tasty treat. |
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Healthy Refrigerator |
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Open the door to a healthy heart. You are what you eat, so you'd better learn to eat healthy and strong by checking out these tips and guidelines that get to the heart of the matter. |
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Read Across America - March 2006 |
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Click on "Playground" for fun! |
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Know Your States
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Have fun learning the 50 states! Click on the fun zone above. |
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4Kids |
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How do you find fun and safe sites for kids on the Web? Right here, of course. An updated selection of the newest offerings for kids on the Internet. |
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General Wellness |
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For basic facts on any condition. Type in "pinkeye," for example, and you get a symptom overview and links to possible causes and treatments. |
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Children's Health |
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Three levels of advice - for parents, children and teenagers. Answers to some common kids' questions, such as "What's a coma?" and "When will my voice change?" |
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FEMA for KIDS Homepage |
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will teach you just what causes disasters and how to prepare your family for one. It offers games and real stories from kids who've been through actual disasters. |
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Healthy Choices for Kids Online |
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Wait! Is your snack healthy for you? Get the nitty-gritty details on your food through information and fun activities. Find out why the saying, "You are what you eat" really rings true. |
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America's West - Development & History |
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This site celebrates the pioneering American spirit. It traces the development and expansion of the Wild West and also takes a look at today's Modern West. |
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Egypt - Guardian's Egypt - Main Gate* |
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Take a cyber journey to Egypt (no passports required). Explore the mystery and splendor of Egypt - from the ancient pyramids to the rich and colorful culture. Click on the kids/ section for a guided tour. Even make your own mummy. |
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Mysterious Mummies |
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A mummy is, simply put, an old dead body. Somehow, it has been preserved. What you get is a dead person that still has some tissue, skin, and certainly, its bones. Kind of creepy, huh? |
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How the Body Works |
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Check out this site to find out about the human body. Topics covered: Dealing with feelings, My Body, Growing Up, Kids' Talk, Getting Braces and more! |
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Human Anatomy |
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Explore every system of the body - skeletal, digestive, muscular, lymphatic, endocrine, nervous, cardiovascular, reproductive & urinary. |
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Sovereign Bank Presents |
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This site says it's a fun place for kids to learn about banking and money. And it is! A great site by a commercial bank where you can explore and explore. |
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Cool Math for Kids |
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An amusement park of math and more! |
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Desert Life in America's Southwest |
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The Desert Life in America's Southwest site is a great introduction to the ecosystem of the desert. Learn about the important roles that humans play in the life of the desert. |
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Fantastic YELLOWSTONE |
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Yellowstone National Park is one of the most famous parks in the World. National Geographic has produced a great web site that allows you to Catch a Geyser and Plumb the Depths. |
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Prairie Central Upper Elementary ~ 312 N. Center Street POB 496 ~ Forrest, IL 61741
