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Doing homework

ClassLink
Students from Monroe's public schools can use this link to access the programs and work you have saved on ClassLink.

infoAnytime
A 24 hour virtual reference service which allows you to ask a librarian reference questions via e-mail.

Internet Public Library
This site is a directory to websites on many dfferent topics, as well as online reference materials such as dictionnaries and encyclopedias.

National Geographic Xpeditions
Printable maps from National Geographic's online atlas.

nationalatlas.gov
This online version of the National Atlas of the United States provides prinatable and interactive maps about America's people, history and rsources.

Ben's Guide to U.S. Government
Information about our government provided by the U.S. Government Printing Office.

CIA World Fact Book
Select a country and find information on its geography, population, government, economy, and more provided by the Central intelligence Agency.

Ask.com
This search engine, which used to be known as Ask Jeeves, is an alternative to Google.

Finding something good to read

Edith Wheeler Memorial Library catalog
Search our library's catalog to find books, CDs, DVDs and videos.

Nutmeg Book Award Nominees
Find summaries on the books Connecticut teens can read and vote for as their favorite book.

Teen Reads
A website with information about new books, book reviews, author interviews and more.

No flying, no tights
Reviews of graphic novels for teens.

Teens Top 10
See the books voted as the best by teens during the American Library Associations's annual Teen Read Week. Read this year's nominated books so you can vote for your favorite this October during Teen Read Week 2007.

Read Alikes
Find the names of books similar to ones you have read and enjoyed.

Harper Teen
Get information about the newest teen books coming out from publisher HarperCollins from this site.

Choosing a career

Bureau of Labor Statistics
Explore the career oppurtunities available to you based on what you like to do.

Kids.gov career information
A directory of several career related websites compiled by U.S. Federal Citizen Information Center.

The Fun Works
Math and science related career information and websites can be found on this site which is sponsored in part by the National Science Foundation.

Choosing a college

CollegeBoard
PSAT and SAT information along with information on finding and applying to college.

Managing your money

Teen Resource Bureau
Get answers about personal finance questions on this site developed by teens through the National Endowment for Financial Education.

Monroe Youth Job Bank
This site provides information and applications for teens interested in participating in the Monroe Job Bank.

Learning about your health

TeensHealth
This site provides easy to understand information about teen health issues.

CopeCareDeal
A resource to learn about mental health issues