|
Fascinating Sites
|
|
|
Website
|
What It Is
|
|
|
Free radio for your computer! Choose your format and listen to commercial free radio all day (or night) long. Pick your favorite rock decade, or choose from Broadway hits, Country, Classical, Jazz, Latin, Celtic, Inspirational, New Age... it's the coolest thing since Napster (and not even illegal!) Www.AccuRadio.com is all the music you and your 'puter will ever need.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
The Website of the written word. Www.bartleby.com is everything about fiction, non-fiction, reference and poetry. Find a phrase, read a book, research an author, discover a new quote, or simply browse to your heart's content. Bartleby's also offers a complete reference library. You can almost hear the old parchment crackle.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Nothin' to do? Www.bored.com can cure the common blah-blah-blahs as the hub of various fun & fascinating sites. We're embarrassed to tell you that we really appreciate this site turning us on to RealBreakup.com - actual nasty letters and e-mails from couples who've parted on less than friendly terms. Bored.com has links to games and humor and sports and trivia — hundreds of frivolous categories to check out on those rainy, listless days when even Oprah seems unfulfilling.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
We here at The Acorn Online don't know the difference between a carburetor and a carbohydrate (and why we've been dipping our French Fries in 10W-40) — but we love this site anyway. So think how exciting it must be to someone who actually understands automotives. For fans of the long-running Car Talk radio show, www.CarTalk.com duplicates the subtle insanity and stimulating frivolity of brothers Tom and Ray, who add a sprinkle of human psychology with every automotive question they answer. Their site is rich with extras. Missed a show? Listen here. You can even check out your car's Blue Book value.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
CNET is technology on steroids. Everything you ever wanted or thought you wanted or didn't know you wanted (or didn't know even existed) is gathered for the rabid propeller-head. Www.cnet.com offers free downloads, beta-tests and shareware galore for everything PC (and a great deal for Mac, too). Music, games, do-dads, widgets, hardware, software, peripherals, PDAs, wi-fi, cellphones, printers, laptops and everything Internet — plus price comparisons, reviews, tips & tricks. It's humongous, and getting bigger every day. If everything you knew about computers was the size of a quarter, this place would be the size of L.A.
FREE. Freeware, shareware and demo downloads available.
|
|
|
Remember the paranoia of the Cold War? Remember those pesky A-bombs? Anybody ever duck and cover? Well, www.cnet.com remembers those wonderful moments too, and seems to take great delight in recreating the Way Things Were. Conelrad (Control of Electromagnetic Radiation) is the spooky acronym for what eventually became the Emergency Broadcast System (640 and 1240 AM on your radio dial). In the event of a nuclear attack, those frequencies were where America would tune to see who was toast and who was not. Conelrad recreates that... shhhhhh! Wait, they're listening!
FREE.
|
|
|
Still one of our best consumer advocates, www.consumerreports.org continues to give us the scoop in hundreds of categories; automobiles, appliances, electronics, travel, food, computers, even personal finance and health & fitness. Their consumer protection section lets you know about product recalls, service complaints and manufacturers' defects. Plus, find phone numbers and Websites for hundreds of manufacturers! Subscribers receive in-depth reports and access to expert opinion blogs and online group discussions. Are you a consumer? Consumer Reports is right for you.
FREE. Optional monthly/yearly site subscriptions available to access in-depth reports, various rating guides or to order Consumer Reports magazine.
|
|
|
A little stressed? Consider then, grasshopper, www.dailyOM.com, a tranquil, reflective site that offers a little serenity in this mad whirlwind of a world. Their mantra, "Nurturing Mind, Body & Spirit" reflects the nature of the site, where you can find your dialy horoscope, words of inspiration and guidance and an entire community of gentle folk, looking to interact.
FREE. Optional subscription (free) to receive a daily meditation via eMail.
|
|
|
Imagine an art gallery the size of... oh, say, the world. Because www.DeviantArt.com features some of the Web's most amazing young visionaries, expressionists and photographers. Browse, shop and chat with other deviant artists (dA's). Peruse the vast array of styles, mediums and moods. Absorb and contemplate. Expand and experiment. Discover i-trends in the making or contact like-minded creationists from around the world. Awesome.
FREE. Optional free and/or paying memberships and log-ins necessary to submit or sell personal artwork.
|
|
|
Just in case you're one of the 17 people left in the world who don't know about www.eBay.com we thought we'd tell you. Find bargains galore — even things you didn't know existed — and make a bid to own what you find. (You probably already know that eBay's the Internet's largest auction block.) Or choose to buy outright. Half the fun of eBay is simply wandering around, looking at... stuff. Chances are, if it's ever been made, somebody wants to sell it. One of our kids (true story) put a knick-knack up for auction that she hoped would sell between $20-$25. Somebody recognized it as a possibly genuine collectors item, eMailed her (for specific identification characteristics) and she sold it for $650. (See, there are nice people in the world. Many of them are online at this very moment.)
FREE to browse. Simple procedures required to buy or sell items. See their site for details.
|
|
|
Once upon a time, Albert Einstein hoped to discover the 'Theory of Everything.' He failed to do so. But the next best discovery might be www.eHow.com — which shows you how to find, fix, learn or explore almost everything. (We discovered eHow when we decided to build a compost heap, but didn't have a clue as to how to begin. The possibilities are almost limitless. Quick, someone tell Albert.
FREE.
|
|
|
Want to invite 500 of your closest friends to a birthday party? Evite's got you covered. Or send Thank You cards to everyone in North Dakota. Throw a Bon Voyage party, a Bachelor party, a Baby Shower — or any social event you can imagine. Can't think of a reason to throw a bash? Www.eVite.com even offers suggestions (and themes,) then makes it easy, and graphically fun, to send invitations via the Web. They offer a budget estimator, party calculator, a drink calculator (heavy on the tequila if you're inviting us) — plus party menus, fun places nearby — everything you need to be a hit.
FREE. (Safe, simple payment process available when purchasing.)
|
|
|
Most people drink caffeine. We bungee jump from tall buildings, firewalk and parasail the Straits of Gibraltar whenever we get a few days off. Which is why we constantly keep tabs on Www.expn.com — ESPN's extreme sports Website. If losing hurts -really hurts — it's probably listed, categorized, photographed or videoed here. Our favorite spot? The video archives.
FREE. Subscription optional.
|
|
|
Money comes, money goes. But how fast does it go? According to Benjamin Bankes (the porker of discussion) it goes way too fast. Drink a daily bottle of payfer water for 20 years and you've wasted 20+ grand of your hard-earned savings. Average c.c. debt is well over 4 grand. (Most folks spend 1/4 of their income paying off debt. Ouch. So www.feedthepig.com can be a real fiscal eye-opener. You'll find the Pig affiliated with www.360financialliteracy.org — a less altruistic site, but as equally revealing. Want to save a few bucks? Or a few thou? Here's the place to start. And check out their credit card calculator for a real savings' surprise.
FREE. No log-in necessary. Weekly e-mail savings tip optional.
|
|
|
It's the law without the lawyers! Quickly sift through facts about auto accidents, bankruptcy and debt, divorce, child custody, living wills and family trusts, immigration, civil rights, DUIs, real estate law, dangerous product liability — and tons more. Easy to understand, well-written and researched, Www.findlaw.com can provide you with sufficient information even before you find a lawyer. (You can also locate a local attorney on the Website as well.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary. (Advanced lawyer or law student portal optional.)
|
|
|
Press 1 if you want this, Press 0 if you want that, Press 3 if you're not sure and Press 71654 if you're going insane. Ever feel like you'll never hear another human voice on the phone when you want information, or even worse, when you're lost? Www.GetHuman.com bypasses the automated voice systems for hundreds of financial institutions, airlines, and major corporations — and gives you shortcuts to the nearest human being. (Sometimes it's as simple as not pressing any button!) Hey, there's finally a Website that makes technology easier to use. This is one you don't want to be without.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
or begin
to download
immediately with:
|
An extraordinary glimpse of practically anywhere on Earth. Both technologically amazing and (if you stop to think about it) frighteningly voyeuristic, www.GoogleEarth.com provides users with satellite views of everywhere with exceptional clarity. Find your house, your school, your office, LAX, The White House, The Grand Canyon or the Taj Mahal! How well can you actually see? Well, you can't spot a dime on the sidewalk, but one can easily discern cars in driveways and pedestrians on sidewalks. A simple navigation system allows you to easily zoom in or out, or move in any direction. You can add a "placemark" to remember past visits to interesting locations — or even find restaurants, hotels and nearby gas stations.
FREE. Software download required.
|
|
|
Charity begins with trust. Somebody important probably said it, but if they didn't, we did. If you're the slightly charitable sort or even a full fledged philanthropist, wouldn't you like to know that you money's not going into somebody's chartered Learjet? Www.GuideStar.com knows what charities and non-profit org's are legit — and that the vast percentage of the funds you donate are going to good use. GuideStar provides a database of the world's leading charitable organizations and they track the information you might otherwise never be able to find. For subscription users, you can locate the most comprehensive data available, including up-to-date financial reports. Its everything you need to know before dipping into your pocket
FREE. Subscriptions optional.
|
History
is alive
and well,
thank you
very much.
|
Was history really this much fun? Well, www.history.com (presented by TV's History Channel) turns potentially forgotten moments into an exciting glimpse of reality. On this particular day, for instance, there occurred a certain gunfight at the O.K. Corral. (Would a shootout at the 'Exceptional Corral' have fared any better?) We also learned about the spooky history of Halloween, the salty history of Cracker Jack and even what happened on our birthdays. (Something big sank. Bummer.) You can check out the History Channel's programming and show schedules, but their game selection is pretty good. They offer a great selection of educational DVD/videos.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Don't know the difference between a light bulb and a door handle? We know the feeling. Apparently www.HomeTips.com knows too. The site provides a useful encyclopedia of practical knowledge and information. Search for a key word or a problem and you'll have an answer, in simply layman's terms. (If we can understand the answer, then you can understand the answer.) It's one of the best sites we've seen so far for the do-it-yourself home handyman
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Looking for love in all the wrong places? Relax, www.Meetup.com isn't another online dating service. This site lets people find others who share their specific interest, cause or passion — and helps form lasting social relationships. Community groups meet online or face-to-face. Do you wonder if anyone out there shares your interests? (Hubcap collecting? Beetle racing?) Meetup will let you know. (Hey, there's even a Philadelphia-based Chihuahua owners Meetup.) With thousands of potential interest groups and Meetup locations established, Meetup.com claims to be the largest let's-share-our-passion site in the world. If you don't see your particular interest available, you can even start your own at Meetup. Quick, grab a Chihuahua!
FREE. (Various, simple log-ins required when selecting topics or cities.)
|
|
|
Ok, so what important event happened in 1404 A.D.? Yeah, yeah, we all know that Innocent VII became the new Pope and Byzantine Constantine XI was born (...didn't we?), but did we also realize that on Oct. 10, predators arrived on Earth for their feasting ritual on xenomorphs and humans? They did according to Alien Vs. Predator (the motion picture). If you'd like to observe Hollywood's version of history, we suspect www.TheMovieTimeline.com is the place to go. On Dec. 31, 1926, Voldemort (of Harry Potter fame) was born. We thought you'd want to know.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
One big, amazing, beautiful world. If you thought National Geographic was a great magazine, wait 'til you see the Website. www.NationalGraphic.com is everything you'd expect it to be (and probably more). Here's a phenomenal place to explore the big and the small, and near and the far, far away.
FREE. (Subscription optional)
|
|
|
As outstanding and as informative as National Public Radio, www.NPR.org delivers news and information without the slant or hype. But NPR is more than current events; their site features ongoing topical discussions, distinguished bloggers and, with objective fairness, the reasons behind today's top stories.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Pick a date, any date and check out what important happened, somewhere in the world. Search billions of names and millions of articles in hundreds of cities... peruse newspapers over 200 years old.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary for pre-selected dates and articles. MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED for in-depth (geneology, historical) searches.
|
|
|
Still using 'groovy' in your daily vocabulary? Think Ann-Margret's the cat's meow? Having trouble perfecting that tricky 'walking the dog' maneuver with your Duncan Whirl-King? Then www.RetroCrush.com is the place to be. RetroCrush touts themselves as 'The World's Greatest Pop Culture Site' — and from we've seen, they may be right. Everything retro is here — in lists, photos, interviews, articles. Expect features like 'The 50 Sexiest Album (remember those?) Covers, a Don Adams tribute, Comic book collections, T-shirts from the past, toys you haven't seen in years... wow! Find stuff from the 80's, the 70's, the 60's, the 50's. It's like somebody's old attic on steroids
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
From ABBA to Zappa, this site is everything Rock & Roll. Because www.rockhall.com offers an astounding assortment of music trivia ranging over 60 years — including a graphic history presented on one of the coolest Timelines we've ever seen. (Because we're timeline freaks.) Visit the R&R museum, check out trivia, view artifacts, check upcoming concerts, and basically lose yourself (and free your soul) in everything that's ever been known about Rock & Roll. ...and drift away.
FREE. Subscription optional.
|
|
|
Who killed JFK? How did Marilyn really die? Did aliens land at Roswell? Has anybody seen Elvis recently? If you've got more than a little curiosity, TheSmokingGun.com is the Webspot for you. Its filled with tons of declassified and hard-to-find facts about just about anything. You'll discover confidential court documents, unsealed records, FBI memos, lawsuits, secret files — even a 'stupid crimes' section. These are the guys who didn't get away.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Home of the urban legend. Is it true? Is it fake? Do we care? Not at all, because at www.Snopes.com, it's all fun. Old, new, hot, obscure, we've found just about all those old, crazy stories that someone, somewhere, told us to believe. Rumors, what's overheard, embarrassing remarks... yup, they're all here. Remember the hook? That old lover's lane story... or did Marilyn Monroe really have 6 toes on each foot... or are the lyrics to Louie, Louie really obscene? (And, if so, which ones?) ... yup, they got those too. Feel free to snoop at snopes.
|
|
|
Watch the world from your computer screen. Access dozens of commercial-free digital TV stations — from NASA TV (free), The Pentagon Channel (free), The Video Game Channel, the World Champion Sports Network, QVC, The Healthy Living Channel, The Sound Track Channel (music video), Fashion TV, Resi Movie Classics (vintage flicks), The AccuWeather Channel — and the channel that has most recently caught our attention; Al Jazeera in English. It's like having the entire world on your desktop.
FREE preview mode available. Subscription: $8.95/mo. for unlimited access. No contract or monthly minimum required. Not all browsers and operating systems are currently supported.
|
|
|
See the Earth the way NASA sees the Earth — from satellites, spacecraft and astronauts with Kodaks. This remarkable, stunning, fabulous collection of photographs, photojournals and animated sequences will boggle and fascinate. See city lights from space, summer and winter views of continents, tropical storms from above, erupting volcanos — view planet Earth as seen from numerous space missions over the years.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Red nose, swollen glands and hiccups? Www.WebMD.com likely knows what you have and how long it's gonna last. You can find numerous health-related Websites — but which ones are accurate and reliable? WebMD has a reliable history of accurate, up-to-date information on every medical condition and concern you're likely to encounter. WebMD features a myriad of resources on numerous health-related topics that you're likely to find anywhere else. Getting healthy? Staying healthy. WebMD's likely your best frame of reference.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
|
|
Ever wonder where that 20-dollar-bill in your pocket came from? Or where it's going? From purse to wallet, from hand to hand, from here to there — you'd be amazed at the itinerary of a single U.S. greenback. Www.WheresGeorge.com tracks dollar bills (any denomination) whose serial numbers have been input into its database. (Ours had just flown in from the coast.)
|
FREE. Simple log-in (and bill serial number log-in) required to track $$.
|
...and should you
have questions about
computers or the
Internet, check out
Webopedia (It's like
Wikipedia for the
computer crowd.)
|
An encyclopedia without borders. Www.Wikipedia.com is a free, collaborative world-wide body of knowledge written and continually updated by thousands of its own readers. 'Wiki' is a Hawaiian word meaning 'free.' At any moment around the world, knowledgable people are continually adding, changing and improving Wikipedia — simply because they know the answers. Knowledge is fluid, ever adapting and changing — and we think Wikipedia is one of the best single sources of knowledge around.
You can add your knowledge as well. Wikipedia encourages anyone to edit almost any page (although certain scholarly works are locked). If a piece of knowledge can be improved in any way, Wikipedia wants your input. You can't break Wikipedia. Most mistakes — accidental or intentional — are gone in minutes. (If you or your computer are caught intentionally vandalizing information, you are blocked from their Website for evermore.) But if you're 'in the know' feel free to share your knowledge with the entire world. Wikipedia's the place for you.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
Fun Sites.
|
|
|
|
What You'll Find.
|
|
|
Want to kill an hour? Or six? Www.AddictingGames.com offers hundreds of wild, addicting and amazing games, from the mindless (Boneless Girl) to the addictive (Bejeweled) — from the enchantingly cerebral (The Basement) — from the hilarious (Meal or No Meal.) Our twisted favorite is Kitten Cannon. Choose from adventure, puzzle, multi-player, brain-tease, shoot-em-up and strategy games. Most Flash and Javascript games load in seconds (with broadband or DSL) and most are G or PG rated — suitable for the entire family. (Note that certain games, while perhaps not for every taste, can be irreverent or somewhat risque. These games come with Adults Only warnings.) This collection of exceptionally well-designed javascripted games and clever time-killers offers state-of-the-art graphics and the cutting edge in creativity.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary. (Some games may be samples of extended versions available for purchase online.)
|
|
|
Armor's the home for a great many games that you'll find on other Websites (like AddictingGames.com and Kongregate). While their specialty seems to be action games, they have a great selection of puzzles and strategy games as well. A great place to hang out on a lazy afternoon (or Monday morning after you've-- cough, cough — called in sick).
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Discover a very chic smorgasbord of games, videos, Flash flix, Web art and an interactive community forum. We got hooked on a challenging little brain tease called Bloxorz...and wouldn't you know it, soon it was time to go home. (Some work days around here are sheer agony.) We also liked the infuriatingly simply Dodgegems and the simple yet oddly addictive Fish. The ABS Website (oh, and that would be www.AlbinoBlackSheep.com) even offers some great tutorials for beginning Web designers... just a nifty place to hang around (until, of course, it's time to go home.)
FREE.
|
|
|
Try Before You Buy! Www.bigfishgames.com offers serious games some serious amazing games to try out (usually by limiting level access or amount of time played). Still, for the game addict, you'll enjoy hours, if not days, of free gaming. And should you discover one (or 17) you can't live without, you can purchase and download online, for as little as $7 a game. Big Fish offers a new free trial daily — plus hundreds of game tryouts and optional downloads for all ages and interests.
FREE to try. Subscription packages optional to purchase/download games.
|
|
|
Would you trade Scarlet Johannson for Reese Witherspoon? If you're tired of playing the real stock market — or if you like the action without the financial risk — here's Hollywood's version of making it big (or losing your shirt). Hollywood Stock Exchange (www.hsx.com) is a simulated — that would be fake — exchange where you can trade stars and films like stocks and bonds. Think your favorite movie star's hot property? Put your money where your mouth is. HSX a game that seems (eerily so) like the real stock market — and moves just as fast.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
What's a funny video? ! Well, what's not a funny video is a video not shown on www.FunnyOrDie.com. Cute, irreverent, political, embarrassing... from Sarah Silverman (featuring Matt Damon) to Paris Hilton's response to John McCain... plus forums, blogs, even a store. (Go figure.) |
|
|
This one is teenage heaven. Funny, irreverent, bodacious and utterly joyous, www.HomeStarRunner.com is an astounding assortment of (older) kid-friendly fun. Just rummage through their assortment of "home" pages (#7 RIP is our favorite) to see what we mean. Wasting time has seldom been this much fun.
FREE.
|
|
|
JibJab=Joke Nirvana. Enjoy thousands of jokes — political, social, bawdy, video bloopers and more. JibJab is the Internet's new spot for inststant merriment. Want an example? Click here. (We'll see you in a few hours.)
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Guess who's got over 5400 games, free, online, easy to play (or difficult, if that's your perogative). We buzz by wwwKongregate.com often for some of our favorite games — it's a great place to hang out just chatting to other gamers as well. Go on, you have our permission. Try Button Hunt, for instanc e-- oh, hey, and tell 'em the Acorn sent you.
FREE.
|
|
|
Do you keep accidentally killing the cat? Play it safe. Now you can own a NeoPet — no muss, no fuss, no smell and, if you go off on vacation and forget to feed Fido — no oogy corpse! Over 70 million virtual pet owners have adopted their cyberpets from www.NeoPets.com. Neopets also offers over 160 games, activities, auctions, shops, b-boards, chat, and tons more.
FREE. Log-in necessary to build your pet.
|
|
|
Practical jokes have come a long way, baby. Tired of rubber chickens and whoopie cushions? News3Online.com is a great trick and treat for your Internet-savvy friends. Check it out!
FREE.
|
|
|
A game addict's delight. Enjoy hundreds of seductive computer games — favorite board games like Scrabble and Risk, puzzle games, arcade games, sports and casino games, adventure and strategy, card games including poker and solitaire — even Super Collapse (one of the most addictive games ever... just ask us.) At www.RealArcade.com you can download trial versions and play to your heart's content (higher skill levels are normally blocked) — and if you're hooked, you can purchase/download the full-version game (for usually $19.99 or less), or try your luck at another game. Purchase only those games you want, or play free trial versions 'til the cows come home. Your choice.
FREE (trial play). Log-in and automated 6mb installation required. Individual game downloads necessary. Optional payment required to purchase full versions of featured games.
|
|
|
Wanna be a video star? Or director? Well, so do a thousand other folks, and www.YouTube.com has collected the best (and, occasionally the worst) of what all those creative minds are doing with a camera. Amateur and professional, artistic and insane, brilliant or mundane — YouTube's clips can be cute, cuddly, wild, wacky, clever, and sometimes astounding. (Note, some Adults Only clips are available on this site as well.) We here at The Acorn Online are particularly partial to Running With the Squirrels (59 sec.) — a pretty good indication of the fun things YouTube has to offer. If you think that's a howl, check out Cat Herders. But be careful, you may find yourself wasting an entire day wandering around here.
A note of social awareness: It is possible, on YouTube.com, to search and find footage that may be deemed unsuitable or inappropriate by some — images of war, of famine or poverty or misery. While it is not our intent to deluge you with such data, these realities do exist. For those willing to pursue such venues, please use discretion. The Internet is a medium without borders, without pretense, filters and occasionally without censors. The Acorn Online cannot be responsible for what one chooses to view; we simply remind you that the Internet has the ability to depict life — like it or not — as absolute reality.
FREE. Subscription service optional. Adult verification required for certain video categories.
|
|
|
Weighing in at a mere 20 pages, www.WackyInventions.com nevertheless depicts dozens of really strange (or radically great) ideas that people have devised to solve a myriad of problems. That's all, that's the entire site, but it's a hoot.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
This isn't a site, just a crazy little magic trick. We had goosebumps for 10 minutes before we wizened up (but we're not telling).
|
|
Learning for Kids
|
|
|
|
What You'll Find.
|
or for younger
children
(K-3rd Grade):
|
Is is learning or is it fun? When you can't tell — now that's a great site. Www.BrainPOP.com is a thrilling Internet classroom that offers educational animated movies on a variety of topics including: Math, Science, Arts & Music, Technology, Social Sciences, Health and English. Each topic contains dozens of related categories in eye-popping, mind-dazzling graphics.
FREE (selective categories only). FREE TRIAL (14 day) FULL SITE ACCESS. FAMILY SUBSCRIPTIONS (from $9.95/month). TEACHER and SCHOOL SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE. Educational movies require Flash plug-in.
|
|
|
We here at the Acorn Online think that building Websites is the most fun you can have without a swimming pool. Www.wigglebits.com shows you how to build your own Website is very easy, simple-to-follow steps, and tells you what you have to do and, more importantly, why you should do it. The Website is designed especially for kids (and for teachers) — a great way to start learning the 'Net.
FREE.
|
|
|
If you know a tiny one who loves Fischer-Price toys, www.Fischer-Price.com offers the same quality on the Web. Their site is filled with games and learning tools for appropriately aged children (infant, toddler and pre-school). Parents can also explore the entire FP site, purchase toys, catalogs or learn more about the world of Fischer-Price.
FREE to browse.
|
|
|
Okay, it's time to leave the searching to the pro's. Www.KidSites.com lists the best childrens' sites they find on the net. Each site is approved by KidSites' staff before being included in their listings, and new sites are added continually. Navigational links direct parents and teachers looking for more info about KidSites.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
Love Legos?
|
Love Legos? Then www.legos.com is probably the place for you. It's the world of legos on the Web, with all sorts of Lego games, movies, videos and, of course, a place to buy more Legos!
FREE. Registration optional.
|
|
|
Nickelodeon has brought their kid-friendly insanity to the Web! On www.nick.com, you can enjoy Nick's wacky universer with a ton (two tons, actually) of games, shows, videos, message boards, podcasts... and so much more. A great place to hang around for just about forever.
FREE. Nickname & log-in necessary.
|
|
|
The kids watching too many mindless cartoons on TV? PBS (The Public Broadcasting Service) has a great alternative — not only on television, but on the Internet as well. The www.pbskids.org website features lotsa games, fun-packed info and challenging mental stimuli to keep younger minds involved and in tune. PBSKids let's them (and you) know what's up and coming on local PBS stations as well.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
|
Seseme Street is alive and well on the Web. You'll find the same kind of care and dedication at www.sesameworkshop.org that drove TV's Seseme Street into the hearts of millions of parents... nothing less than a fun, safe environement to learn and grow.
FREE. No subscription or log-in necessary.
|
|
