Online Library Resources
This section lists links to specialized database resources provided by the library.New Book of Popular
Science
A great resource for students
and teachers for science information. The 400 article SciClopedia
is divided into categories and can be searched by keyword.
This database paid for by West Bloomfield
Township Public Library
Internet Websites
This section lists links to external websites selected by our librarians.Animal
Info: Threatened and Endangered Mammals
Search by species name, common name, or country of origin.
Biomes
and Habitats
Learn about different land and water biomes and habitats around the world.
BrainPop
Browse "Health", "Technology" and "Science"
for mini videos and information about a multitude of topics.
Desert
Life
Learn about the American southwest, including wildlife and plants, rocks
and minerals, and the people who live there.
eNature.com
Arrange by species groups. Provides information and pictures about plants,
insects and animals.
Energy Quest
Designed by the California Energy Commission, this site contains information
about all forms of energy power, brief biographies of energy scientists,
and ways we can use the environment for energy.
Examples
of Systematic Classification
A simple chart shows the five different kingdoms, with examples, and the
subdivisions.
Farm
School
This site introduces kids to life on a farm, the history of farming and
where food came from.
How Stuff
Works
An excellent source for answers about how things work, from digital clock
radios to tattoos. Search by subject.
KidsHealth
An interactive guide to health, feelings, family issues and the human
body. Printable articles and pictures available.
NASA Kids
Learn about space exploration, technology and rockets, and astronauts.
Also, play online games.
ParkNet: National Parks
Service
This informative site provides information about parks around the country.
Learn about natural resources in "NatureNet" and take a trip
into our Country's history in "Links to the Past."
Smithsonian
Gem & Mineral Collection
Large pictures and descriptions of highlights of the collection.
ZoomDinosaurs.com
This site is loaded with information about dinosaurs and fossils, time
periods, scientists, and more.
