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Research is formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose. It is a seeking that he who wishes may know the cosmic secrets of the world and that they dwell therein.
-- Zora Neale Hurston
Library Links - Reference Works
Library Page > Library Links > Reference Works
These
are reference sites. They are good for homework assignments and other
research.
| World Book Online | |
| Susan Terlecky has subscribed to the World Book online for the school. All families have access to this resource. There is a user ID and password required. To get these, contact Susan or the webmaster. | |
| Encyclopedia Britannica | |
| The site gives you basic access to reference materials. It requires payment for premium access to full resources. | |
| encyclopedia.com | |
| This is an online encyclopedia which is part of eLibrary (a payment service). It provides research information, but you will be able to only read parts of articles without becoming a member. | |
| Columbia Encyclopedia | |
| Free access to the Columbia encyclopedia on-line. This is an excellent FREE reference provided by Bartelby.com. | |
| Free Online Dictionary | |
| A free dictionary and encyclopedia. | |
| How Stuff Works | |
 HowStuffWorks
is widely recognized as the leading source for clear, reliable explanations
of how everything around us actually works. Through the flagship
Web site HowStuffWorks.com, a popular series of books, an kids'
magazine, as well as many other ventures, the company has helped
demystify the world for millions of curious people. You can search
through their advertize laden site or subscribe to their ad-free
site for a minimal cost. |
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| 50 States.com | |
| Information about the 50 United States and more. Perfect for those reports about the states. | |
| Word Central | |
| A place to look up words and even build your own dictionary. (Recommended by the Thalhammers who use it regularly.) | |
| Wikipedia | |
| A reference work created and maintained by users on the web. | |
Know of other great library, homework, and book sites on the web? Drop by the library and let us know!
| A Note to Parents |
Many of the links in this section take students off the SHPS website to other websites. Although we examine sites before posting them and make every effort to assure that the linked sites are appropriate to the age groups for which we recommend them, we do not control these sites and cannot be responsible for the content on these sites or links to other sites. Note that, even on age-appropriate sites, not all information may be appropriate for your children. Please be aware of the sites that you children visit and the information that they view and apply appropriate standards for your children. |