300 Social Sciences: general resources http://vlib.org/SocialSciences (300)
Virtual library
Links to various divisions of social sciences
[Illustrations: no; Middle school through high school; Subject: Social and Behavioural Sciences]
http://www.intute.ac.uk/socialsciences/blog/ (300)
International blog site featuring video blogs and commentary on current trends in the field of social sciences
[Illustrations: yes, video; High school/advanced; Subject: Social Sciences, Media]
301-306 Sociology http://www.giftedkids.ie/archeology.html (301)
Many of the basics of culture as discovered through virtual digs, articles, and activities
[Illustrations: yes; Advanced elementary through junior high; Subject: Archaeology & Anthropology]
http://www.factmonster.com/ce6/society/A0845770.html (301)
Basic definition of sociology
Links to additional information
[Illustrations: few; Upper elementary through junior high *content is advanced, presentation and site graphics are not; Subject: Sociology]
http://www.sociosite.net/topics/sociologists.php(302.3)
Famous sociologists
About them, their theories; links to letters and resources (some need translating)
[Illustrations: images; Junior high though high school; Subject: Sociologists]
http://www.need2know.co.uk/need2know/relationships (302)
The struggles in all types of relationships
With activities, interviews, articles, and blogs
[Illustrations: yes; Middle school through high school; Subject: Relationships]
http://www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/chap12excerpt.htm (306.8)
(Partially) Online text of The Teenager’s Guide to the Real World by Marshall Brian
Excerpts include topics on money, education, and marriage
[Illustrations: no; Upper middle school through high school; Subject: Jobs, Money, Love, Marriage, Values]
http://www.bridges4kids.org/CulturalIssues.html (306.08)
Links to topics on cultural diversity and cultural issues. Emphasis on law and current programs.
[Illustrations: no; Junior high through high school; Subject: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Issues]
307 Urban Communities http://www.twinoaks.org/index.html (307.77)
Look at an “intentional community,” their reasons, practices, and lives.
[Illustrations: few; High school; Subject: Community, Communal Living]
310 Collections of general statistics http://www.statemaster.com (317)
Statistics from around the nation
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; middle school through high school; Subject: US Statistical Database]
http://www.nationmaster.com (310.9)
Statistics from around the world
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; middle school through high school; Subject: Statistics, Nations] http://www.internetworldstats.com/(310)
Compilation of internet statistics from around the world
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; Junior high and high school; Subject: Statistics; Nations]
http://faostat.fao.org/ (310.9)
Food and agriculture statistics from around the world
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; Middle school through high school; Subject: Statistics, Nations]
http://www.divorcereform.org/rates.html (312)
Divorce Statistics
[Illustrations: no; Middle school through high school; Subject: Divorce Statistics] 320 Political science http://www.homeworkspot.com/ (320)
Social Studies (and other) sections for elementary, middle school, and high school, as well as parent and teacher information.Includes topic divisions for United States and world topics
[Illustrations: no; Elementary through high school; Subject: Social Studies, Language, Art, Fitness, Math, Science, Technology] http://usgovinfo.about.com/ (320.2)
From government auctions to the US defense systems
[Illustrations: no; Middle school through high school; Subject: Government, Congress, President, Court System, Politics] http://bensguide.gpo.gov/(320.4)
United States government who, what, when, where, why, and how
[Illustrations: yes; Early elementary through high school (*broken down into sections); Subject: Local Governments, Historical Documents, Branches of Government, Citizenship, Symbols] http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0770843.html(321)
United States government who, what, when, where, why, and how
[Illustrations: few; Upper elementary through junior high *content is advanced, presentation and site graphics are not; Subject: US Government, Presidents, Elections, Congress, Supreme Court, Laws, Rights] http://charactercounts.org/ (323.6)
Search via the “six pillars” of character
[Illustrations: poster samples; Lesson plans for preschool through teens; Subject: Character Education, Integrity, Service] http://clerkkids.house.gov/laws/index.html (328)
Follow the steps to how a bill becomes a law
[Illustrations: yes; Upper elementary through middle school; Subject: Bill, Law, Vote, Senate]
http://amistad.mysticseaport.org/(326)
Stories and timeline of slavery in the United States
[Illustrations: yes; Late elementary through junior high; Subject: History, Slavery, Sea] 330 Economics http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/articles/economics/supplyanddemand1.htm (330.1)
Provides real-life examples to explain basics of economics, such as supply and demand, and scarcity
[Illustrations: no; Elementary through middle school; Subject: Supply, Demand, Economics] http://www.gotajob.com/ (331.3)
Job tips for teens and students
[Illustrations: no; Late junior high and up; Subject: Job, Teens] http://www.moneyinstructor.com/ (332.024)
Lessons and activities for money skills
[Illustrations: some; Elementary through high school; Subject: Money, Counting, Saving, Investing, Earning, Spending] http://www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energyfacts/sources/renewable/wind.html (333.9)
Description of and facts about wind power
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through high school; Subject: Wind, Energy, Power] 340 Law http://un.org/Pubs/CyberSchoolBus/ (341.23)
Information and activities explaining the role of the UN
[Illustrations: yes, maps, charts; Early elementary through high school; Subject: United Nations, World] http://www.law.cornell.edu/states/listing.html (341.4)
Links to laws, regulations, and other legislative information for each state
[Illustrations: no; Junior high through high school; Subject: Law, Regulations, States, Legal Resources]
http://www.tsa.gov/lawenforcement/index.shtm (343.09)
Air travel safety and laws
[Illustrations: yes; Middle school through high school; Subject: Federal, Air Marshals, Security] 350 Public Administration http://www.cdc.gov/ (352.4)
Centers for Disease Control website
Articles and information on diseases and conditions; emergency preparedness and response; environmental health; life stages and populations; healthy living; injury, violence and safety; travelers’ health; and workplace safety and health
[Illustrations: few; Advanced elementary through high school; Subject: Diseases & Conditions; Emergency Preparedness & Response; Environmental Health; Life Stages & Populations; Healthy Living; Injury, Violence & Safety; Travelers’ Health; Workplace Safety & Health] http://www.treas.gov/(353.2)
U.S. Department of the Treasury website
[Illustrations: few; Junior high through high school; Subject: Treasury, Bureaus, Economy] http://www.treas.gov/kids/ (353.2)
U.S. Department of the Treasury website for kids
Information, history, and games
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through junior high; Subject: White House, U.S. Mint, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Bonds] 355 Military science http://www.armybasic.org/ (355.5)
Requirements, recruitment information, and study guides for those who have enlisted, or are considering joining the United States Army Reserve, or National Guard
[Illustrations: no; Late junior high through high school; Subject: Army, United States Army Reserve, National Guard] http://www.aeragon.com/ (355.008)
Military technology’s influence on modern life
[Illustrations: few photos; Junior high through high school; Subject: Modern Life, Military Technologies] http://www.postalmuseum.si.edu/museum/1_museum.html(353.4)
Smithsonian National Postal Museum Website
Information on exhibits and curriculum guides for educators, as well as links to other informative sites concerning the postal service
[Illustrations: yes; Curriculum guides for elementary through high school; information for late elementary through high school; Subject: Postal, Post] http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/ (355.1)
History through the future of the Army ROTC program
[Illustrations: photos; Junior high through high school; Subject: Army, ROTC, Leadership]
http://www.defenselink.mil/armedforcessports/index.html(355.1)
The Official Department of Defense Sports Site
A connection between the U.S. Armed Forces and the sports in which their soldiers participate
[Illustrations: photos; Junior high through high school; Subject: Department of Defense, Sports] 360 Social problems and services, associations http://helpstartshere.org/ (361.3)
Articles and resources on social work, family structure, and kids
[Illustrations: photos; high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Kids, Family, Health, Issues]
http://safeyouth.org/scripts/index.asp (361.6)
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center
Divides information into sections for professionals, parents, and teens
Articles and resources for current youth violence issues (alcohol, bullying, dating violence, depression, school violence)
[Illustrations: no; Late middle school through high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Youth, Violence, Bullying, Depression]
http://www.stopviolence.com/youth/youth-media.htm(361.8, 362.7)
Good source of links to information on violence prevention and mediation & conflict resolution; however, articles are out-of-date
[Illustrations: no; Late middle school through high school; Subject: Youth, Juvenile, Teen, Violence, Delinquency, Media]
http://www.drdriving.org/ (363.1)
Driving issues; laws, articles, road rage, and others
[Illustrations: no; Late middle school through high school; parents; Subject: Driving, Laws, Safety]
http://www.ncac.org/(363.3)
National Coalition Against Censorship
Articles and current events dealing with censorship in media and arts
[Illustrations: yes; High school; Subject: Censorship, Expression]
http://www.teenink.com/Resources/CommunityR.php (369.5)
Written by teens
Links to volunteer organizations; articles, video posts, and written submissions
[Illustrations: photos, video; Middle school through high school; Subject: Volunteer, Teen, Service]
370 Education http://w ww.learning-styles-online.com/(370.1)
Articles on and analysis of learning styles
[Illustrations: graphs; Middle school through high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Learning Styles, Visual, Aural, Verbal, Physical, Logical, Social, Solitary]
http://nasponline.org/ (371.4)
National Association of School Psychologists website
Resources covering education issues including cultural diversity, counseling, and bullying
[Illustrations: few; High school; teachers; parents; Subject: Leadership, Psychology, Achievement]
http://www.funbrain.com/ (372.3-372.8)
General education games, and links to parent advice and teacher resources (divided by grade or subject)
[Illustrations: yes; Early childhood through high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Games, Education, Math, Grammar] http://nces.ed.gov/ncekids/(370.7)
Kids’ links from National Center for Education Statistics
Games, activities, and graphs to illustrate comparisons to national education statistics and rankings
Parent site (nces.ed.gov) provides searches for educational statistics in public & private schools, colleges, and public libraries)
[Illustrations: yes, graphs; Late elementary through high school; Subject: Schools, Education, College, Library, Math] 380 Commerce, Communications, Transportation http://www.netsmartz.org/(384.3)
Internet and media safety games and resources for kids through teens
Special sections for kids, parents, and educators
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through high school; parents; teachers; Subject: Internet, Safety, Technology] http://videos.howstuffworks.com/hsw/17691-history-of-transportation-how-ships-affect-our-lives-video.htm (387.2)
Videos and articles demonstrating how ships have helped our lives in the past
Links to other vehicles and equipment
[Illustrations: yes, video; Late elementary through early high school; Subject: Ships, Transportation, Vehicles, Equipment, Goods]
http://vlib.org/SocialSciences (300)
Virtual library
Links to various divisions of social sciences
[Illustrations: no; Middle school through high school; Subject: Social and Behavioural Sciences]
http://www.intute.ac.uk/socialsciences/blog/ (300)
International blog site featuring video blogs and commentary on current trends in the field of social sciences
[Illustrations: yes, video; High school/advanced; Subject: Social Sciences, Media]
301-306 Sociology
http://www.giftedkids.ie/archeology.html (301)
Many of the basics of culture as discovered through virtual digs, articles, and activities
[Illustrations: yes; Advanced elementary through junior high; Subject: Archaeology & Anthropology]
http://www.factmonster.com/ce6/society/A0845770.html (301)
Basic definition of sociology
Links to additional information
[Illustrations: few; Upper elementary through junior high *content is advanced, presentation and site graphics are not; Subject: Sociology]
http://www.sociosite.net/topics/sociologists.php (302.3)
Famous sociologists
About them, their theories; links to letters and resources (some need translating)
[Illustrations: images; Junior high though high school; Subject: Sociologists]
http://www.need2know.co.uk/need2know/relationships (302)
The struggles in all types of relationships
With activities, interviews, articles, and blogs
[Illustrations: yes; Middle school through high school; Subject: Relationships]
http://www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/chap12excerpt.htm (306.8)
(Partially) Online text of The Teenager’s Guide to the Real World by Marshall Brian
Excerpts include topics on money, education, and marriage
[Illustrations: no; Upper middle school through high school; Subject: Jobs, Money, Love, Marriage, Values]
http://www.bridges4kids.org/CulturalIssues.html (306.08)
Links to topics on cultural diversity and cultural issues. Emphasis on law and current programs.
[Illustrations: no; Junior high through high school; Subject: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Issues]
307 Urban Communities
http://www.twinoaks.org/index.html (307.77)
Look at an “intentional community,” their reasons, practices, and lives.
[Illustrations: few; High school; Subject: Community, Communal Living]
310 Collections of general statistics
http://www.statemaster.com (317)
Statistics from around the nation
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; middle school through high school; Subject: US Statistical Database]
http://www.nationmaster.com (310.9)
Statistics from around the world
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; middle school through high school; Subject: Statistics, Nations]
http://www.internetworldstats.com/ (310)
Compilation of internet statistics from around the world
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; Junior high and high school; Subject: Statistics; Nations]
http://faostat.fao.org/ (310.9)
Food and agriculture statistics from around the world
[Illustrations: charts, maps, graphs; Middle school through high school; Subject: Statistics, Nations]
http://www.divorcereform.org/rates.html (312)
Divorce Statistics
[Illustrations: no; Middle school through high school; Subject: Divorce Statistics]
320 Political science
http://www.homeworkspot.com/ (320)
Social Studies (and other) sections for elementary, middle school, and high school, as well as parent and teacher information. Includes topic divisions for United States and world topics
[Illustrations: no; Elementary through high school; Subject: Social Studies, Language, Art, Fitness, Math, Science, Technology]
http://usgovinfo.about.com/ (320.2)
From government auctions to the US defense systems
[Illustrations: no; Middle school through high school; Subject: Government, Congress, President, Court System, Politics]
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/ (320.4)
United States government who, what, when, where, why, and how
[Illustrations: yes; Early elementary through high school (*broken down into sections); Subject: Local Governments, Historical Documents, Branches of Government, Citizenship, Symbols]
http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0770843.html (321)
United States government who, what, when, where, why, and how
[Illustrations: few; Upper elementary through junior high *content is advanced, presentation and site graphics are not; Subject: US Government, Presidents, Elections, Congress, Supreme Court, Laws, Rights]
http://charactercounts.org/ (323.6)
Search via the “six pillars” of character
[Illustrations: poster samples; Lesson plans for preschool through teens; Subject: Character Education, Integrity, Service]
http://clerkkids.house.gov/laws/index.html (328)
Follow the steps to how a bill becomes a law
[Illustrations: yes; Upper elementary through middle school; Subject: Bill, Law, Vote, Senate]
http://amistad.mysticseaport.org/ (326)
Stories and timeline of slavery in the United States
[Illustrations: yes; Late elementary through junior high; Subject: History, Slavery, Sea]
330 Economics
http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/articles/economics/supplyanddemand1.htm (330.1)
Provides real-life examples to explain basics of economics, such as supply and demand, and scarcity
[Illustrations: no; Elementary through middle school; Subject: Supply, Demand, Economics]
http://www.gotajob.com/ (331.3)
Job tips for teens and students
[Illustrations: no; Late junior high and up; Subject: Job, Teens]
http://www.moneyinstructor.com/ (332.024)
Lessons and activities for money skills
[Illustrations: some; Elementary through high school; Subject: Money, Counting, Saving, Investing, Earning, Spending]
http://www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energyfacts/sources/renewable/wind.html (333.9)
Description of and facts about wind power
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through high school; Subject: Wind, Energy, Power]
340 Law
http://un.org/Pubs/CyberSchoolBus/ (341.23)
Information and activities explaining the role of the UN
[Illustrations: yes, maps, charts; Early elementary through high school; Subject: United Nations, World]
http://www.law.cornell.edu/states/listing.html (341.4)
Links to laws, regulations, and other legislative information for each state
[Illustrations: no; Junior high through high school; Subject: Law, Regulations, States, Legal Resources]
http://www.tsa.gov/lawenforcement/index.shtm (343.09)
Air travel safety and laws
[Illustrations: yes; Middle school through high school; Subject: Federal, Air Marshals, Security]
350 Public Administration
http://www.cdc.gov/ (352.4)
Centers for Disease Control website
Articles and information on diseases and conditions; emergency preparedness and response; environmental health; life stages and populations; healthy living; injury, violence and safety; travelers’ health; and workplace safety and health
[Illustrations: few; Advanced elementary through high school; Subject: Diseases & Conditions; Emergency Preparedness & Response; Environmental Health; Life Stages & Populations; Healthy Living; Injury, Violence & Safety; Travelers’ Health; Workplace Safety & Health]
http://www.treas.gov/ (353.2)
U.S. Department of the Treasury website
[Illustrations: few; Junior high through high school; Subject: Treasury, Bureaus, Economy]
http://www.treas.gov/kids/ (353.2)
U.S. Department of the Treasury website for kids
Information, history, and games
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through junior high; Subject: White House, U.S. Mint, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Bonds]
355 Military science
http://www.armybasic.org/ (355.5)
Requirements, recruitment information, and study guides for those who have enlisted, or are considering joining the United States Army Reserve, or National Guard
[Illustrations: no; Late junior high through high school; Subject: Army, United States Army Reserve, National Guard]
http://www.aeragon.com/ (355.008)
Military technology’s influence on modern life
[Illustrations: few photos; Junior high through high school; Subject: Modern Life, Military Technologies]
http://www.postalmuseum.si.edu/museum/1_museum.html (353.4)
Smithsonian National Postal Museum Website
Information on exhibits and curriculum guides for educators, as well as links to other informative sites concerning the postal service
[Illustrations: yes; Curriculum guides for elementary through high school; information for late elementary through high school; Subject: Postal, Post]
http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/ (355.1)
History through the future of the Army ROTC program
[Illustrations: photos; Junior high through high school; Subject: Army, ROTC, Leadership]
http://www.defenselink.mil/armedforcessports/index.html (355.1)
The Official Department of Defense Sports Site
A connection between the U.S. Armed Forces and the sports in which their soldiers participate
[Illustrations: photos; Junior high through high school; Subject: Department of Defense, Sports]
360 Social problems and services, associations
http://helpstartshere.org/ (361.3)
Articles and resources on social work, family structure, and kids
[Illustrations: photos; high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Kids, Family, Health, Issues]
http://safeyouth.org/scripts/index.asp (361.6)
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center
Divides information into sections for professionals, parents, and teens
Articles and resources for current youth violence issues (alcohol, bullying, dating violence, depression, school violence)
[Illustrations: no; Late middle school through high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Youth, Violence, Bullying, Depression]
http://www.stopviolence.com/youth/youth-media.htm (361.8, 362.7)
Good source of links to information on violence prevention and mediation & conflict resolution; however, articles are out-of-date
[Illustrations: no; Late middle school through high school; Subject: Youth, Juvenile, Teen, Violence, Delinquency, Media]
http://www.drdriving.org/ (363.1)
Driving issues; laws, articles, road rage, and others
[Illustrations: no; Late middle school through high school; parents; Subject: Driving, Laws, Safety]
http://www.ncac.org/ (363.3)
National Coalition Against Censorship
Articles and current events dealing with censorship in media and arts
[Illustrations: yes; High school; Subject: Censorship, Expression]
http://www.teenink.com/Resources/CommunityR.php (369.5)
Written by teens
Links to volunteer organizations; articles, video posts, and written submissions
[Illustrations: photos, video; Middle school through high school; Subject: Volunteer, Teen, Service]
370 Education
http://w ww.learning-styles-online.com/ (370.1)
Articles on and analysis of learning styles
[Illustrations: graphs; Middle school through high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Learning Styles, Visual, Aural, Verbal, Physical, Logical, Social, Solitary]
http://nasponline.org/ (371.4)
National Association of School Psychologists website
Resources covering education issues including cultural diversity, counseling, and bullying
[Illustrations: few; High school; teachers; parents; Subject: Leadership, Psychology, Achievement]
http://www.funbrain.com/ (372.3-372.8)
General education games, and links to parent advice and teacher resources (divided by grade or subject)
[Illustrations: yes; Early childhood through high school; teachers; parents; Subject: Games, Education, Math, Grammar]
http://nces.ed.gov/ncekids/ (370.7)
Kids’ links from National Center for Education Statistics
Games, activities, and graphs to illustrate comparisons to national education statistics and rankings
Parent site (nces.ed.gov) provides searches for educational statistics in public & private schools, colleges, and public libraries)
[Illustrations: yes, graphs; Late elementary through high school; Subject: Schools, Education, College, Library, Math]
380 Commerce, Communications, Transportation
http://www.netsmartz.org/ (384.3)
Internet and media safety games and resources for kids through teens
Special sections for kids, parents, and educators
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through high school; parents; teachers; Subject: Internet, Safety, Technology]
http://videos.howstuffworks.com/hsw/17691-history-of-transportation-how-ships-affect-our-lives-video.htm (387.2)
Videos and articles demonstrating how ships have helped our lives in the past
Links to other vehicles and equipment
[Illustrations: yes, video; Late elementary through early high school; Subject: Ships, Transportation, Vehicles, Equipment, Goods]
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/index.html (387.8)
Student section of NASA
Games, resources
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through high school; Subject: Space, Technology, NASA, Exploration]
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forkids/kidsclub/flash/index.html (387.8)
Games and contests geared toward a younger audience
[Illustrations: yes; Elementary through middle school; Subject: NASA, Kids, Games]