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Other

Encyberpedia: The Living Encyclopedia

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An exhaustive list of links to dictionaries, encyclopedias, glossaries, languages and thesaurus on the web. L.9-10.4c References, L.9-10.4d Verify meaning, L.11-12.4c References
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Little Explorers Picture Dictionary

For Students K - 1st Standards
Delve into this wonderfully illustrated and comprehensive picture dictionary. Research up to 1,905 illustrated entries. Each word is used in a meaningful sentence.
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Computer User: High Tech Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
An up-to-date dictionary of more than 7000 computer terms. You can search for random terms or for terms within specific areas.
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Other

Wild About Gardening: Encyclopedia

For Students 9th - 10th
Get information on 575 different plant species using the WILD About Gardening Encyclopedia. Information is provided and can be searched under the following categories: Scientific Name,Common Name, Plant Type, Native Province, Zone,...
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Other

Web Bible Encyclopedia: Pontius Pilate

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a look at the role that Pilate played in the crucifixion of Jesus.
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Tonalsoft: Encyclopedia of Microtonal Music Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
Find an online encyclopedia specializing in microtonal music theory.
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Nolo

Nolo Law for All: Dictionary: At Will Employment

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief definition of at will employment from "Everybody's Legal Dictionary" at Nolo.com.
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Web Bible Encyclopedia: Elisha

For Students 9th - 10th
This Christian Answers Network site recounts the story of Elisha as found in the Bible.
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Other

Web Bible Encyclopedia: The Book of Ruth

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses what is contained in the Book of Ruth.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Reference Sources

For Teachers 2nd - 9th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart reviews different reference sources including, encyclopedias, dictionaries, thesauruses, almanacs, atlases, and periodicals.
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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Science World: Bernoulli's Law

For Students 9th - 10th
In-depth explanation of Bernoulli's Law, including a diagram of a Venturi tube and equations.
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Other

Web Bible Encyclopedia: Holiness

For Students 9th - 10th
A basic definition of holiness as it applies to human beings and God.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Ready, Set, Research!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students will have the opportunity to do research on a weather topic in which they are interested. This lesson will teach the students how to use dictionaries, encyclopedias, resource books and the Internet to find facts about the...
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Other

Online Music Theory Reference

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is essentially an online music theory dictionary or encyclopedia.It teaches about intervals, chords and scales. Online sound clips really enhance site.
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Other

Wiktionary: Simple English Edition

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A dictionary subsite of Wikipedia, the popular Internet user-based encyclopedia. Written in a simple English format for students with limited English reading abilities, Wiktionary uses easy words and very short sentences. Browse entries...
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Other

Wiktionary: Simple English Edition

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A dictionary subsite of Wikipedia, the popular Internet user-based encyclopedia. Written in a simple English format for students with limited English reading abilities, Wiktionary uses easy words and very short sentences. Browse entries...
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Bartleby

Bartleby.com: Reference

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Site provides links to a wide variety of reference tools, including encyclopedias, dictionary, thesaurus, quotation books, and guides to English usage. L.11-12.1b Usage issues
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Fun Brain

Fun Brain: Space Hopper Constellation Game

For Students 3rd - 8th
Players identify constellations by multiple choice or by typing in the correct name. Two skill levels. Includes links to Fact Monster dictionary, encyclopedia, and atlas entries about constellations.
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Cyberbee

Cyber Bee: Ready Reference

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
This site is a tool to help students hone their reference skills.
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Research Sources: Reference Materials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson discusses using reference materials as research resources.
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State Library of North Carolina

N Cpedia: Pickens, Israel

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia article, taken from the Dictionary of North Carolina Biography, details the political history of Israel Pickens, who played important roles in the early political development of both North Carolina and Alabama.
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Other

Dr. Brian Blood: Music Theory and History Online

For Students 9th - 10th
An exhaustive resource with everything concerning music theory. From ear training to music history, this site covers it all.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Haitian Creole

For Students 9th - 10th
A Wikipedia encyclopedia entry on the Haitian Creole language. Includes information about the African and European origins of the language and sample words and phrases. Additional links to a passable online dictionary, Radio France...
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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Science World: Scientific Biography

For Students 9th - 10th
Numerous people and events in science can be explored. Search by branch of science, gender/minority status, historical period, nationality, or prize winners.