Created by teacher and author Stephen Kramer, this site introduces four kids and a dog named Newton who are crazy about science, and points kids and their teachers to some of the best kid-friendly science on the web. Other highlights include online bulletin boards, a family room with fun activities for families to do together, and a voting booth where visitors cast their ballots on the issue of the month. This site is unique in that it takes a tough topic and handles it in a positive, upbeat way. HotWired's Webmonkey is an inspiring resource for Web designers. This Washington State University presents science questions like this in a fun graphic format and shares answers written by WSU researchers.
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The Gold Rush is a highlight of California's rich past. PBS Online brings the Gold Rush to life with this top notch web site, featuring historical writing that reads like a good book, expert interviews and photographs of the time. Students will enjoy the Fun Facts section, and teachers will appreciate the Teacher's Guide and Classroom Resources. With Liszt's searchable and browsable directory of over 80,000 mailing lists, you're sure to find the perfect e-mail discussion group for you personal or professional interest. There's also an introducation and directories for newsgroups and IRC chat.