TOP 10 EDUCATIONAL KIDS WEB SITES

Kids.gov
Easy-to-navigate and most comprehensive children's portal designed for K-12. Offers categorized, reviewed and annotated links to a variety of respected educational, commercial and fun learning sites. A sampling of topics includes careers, music, fun stuff, computers, homework, money, and health. BrainPop
An award-winning educational kids' web site designed for both home and school use. Practical content spanning Science, Math, English, Social Studies, Health, Arts and Music, and Technology. Useful skills from writing a business letter to learning about dyslexia are provided. Free trial is available.


FEKids and Fact Monster
FEKids and Fact Monster are part of the Family Education Network. Kids start with a fun interface with a plethora of homework help behind it, including Fact Monster, and fun learning games for kids K-8th. Another focus is kids' issues, such as family, friends, and changing anatomy. Scholastic.com
Well-known educational products for home and teacher/homeschooler use. Find books, test prep, and activities such as the The Magic School Bus. Parents can find useful information among forums, articles and education blogs. Site is home of the Homework Hub, a free kid site.


PBS Kids
One of the easiest-to-use, educational kids' web sites where kids learn by having fun. Many games and activities are centered on favorite PBS TV shows, such as Arthur, Zoom, News Flash Five, and tools, such as The Democracy Project. Mastermind Toys
There is an enormous collection of both fun and educational products for children here, from Bob the Builder to V-Tech, dollhouses to magic sets. Find respected brands, including Mindgear and Quercetti and toys in the media. Shop by brand, age or category.


Ask for Kids
Kids-safe search engine powerful enough to handle the most difficult homework questions. Useful tools and categories included, such as biographies, math-help, world atlas, dictionary, almanac, and clip-art as well as games and news. Discovery Kids Store
For science this is the place to go, but you'll also find items such as Ready Set Learn!, arts and crafts, and books, such as Oh, Yuck!. Find award-winning toys and games. Browse the best-sellers and exclusives.


Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
FREE makes it easier to find educational resources with a centralized site of more than 1,500 learning resources, from dozens of federal agencies. Begin your search with the Subject Map, Special Collections or search by topic. AOL Study Buddy
Study Buddy is a free homework search engine that is integrated with premium learning services available by subscription, including Step-by-Step Math, Writing Wizard, Ready Set Read, and the AOL Family Library. Free trials are available.


MSN Encarta
This leading educational program offers encyclopedic information and many learning tools in one place including, homework help, top-ten lists, quizzes, and an extensive multimedia center. Site offers a useful collection of articles for parents and students. The Learning Company
The Learning Company is an international leader in educational software for kids, offering multimedia programs, workbooks, and flashcards spanning preschool to college prep material. Search for products based on essential skills sets, age/grade and subject matter.


NY Times Learning Network
Get your kids interested in news, reporting, writing, vocabulary, and understanding world events. Kids can submit letters to the editor, ask reporters questions, learn new words and sharpen their skills with crossword puzzles and quizzes. HomeSchoolingSupply.com
A small sampling of subjects on this site includes bible studies, Charlotte Mason, electronic learning, critical thinking, wooden toys, educational play, literature, science, music, microscopes and kindergarten resources.


NASA for Kids
What kid would not enjoy learning from this stunning site? Games, activities, stories, and a kid's club, along with space videos, are just some of the offerings. How about making a space shuttle out of a hot dog? UpToTen.com
Four million visitors a month to this educational kids' web site and it's easy to see why, with over 1000 learning games, over 800 free. Premium members receive ad-free service, can be part of a TV series, enjoy improved selection and contest offerings.


National Geographic Kids
From preschool to preteen, this leading educational kids web site provides both online and offline fun. Unique activities, such as create a motion ocean or make a fortune cookie. Learn from, animal videos, games, fun science, and more. Try the sitemap to view all the areas. EdHelper.com
Created by a team of teachers, this site offers educational worksheets, reading material, tests, and activities for K-12. Topics include Phonics, Foreign Language Reading Comprehension, Social Studies, Science, Math, Special Education, Test Prep and more. Yearly membership runs $19.99 and up.


CoolMathForKids.com
If a fun and easier way to learn math exits, this is the site. Kids from 3 to 100 will find lessons, study tips, games, puzzles, and explanations that make sense! Special selections for preschooler math through pre-calculus. How about the geometry of crop circles? Encyclopedia Britannica Store
Leading provider and trusted source of learning products, this educational site offers a "just for kids" store with a variety of encyclopedias, dictionaries, multimedia programs, DVDs, learning games, and even a talking globe. Check out the sale items.