Sites
for Teens
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Information and Life Skills
- CU
Succeed: Teens Financial Network
- A great resource that offers personal finance tools and information
for teens. Includes budget spreadsheets, information on buying
cars, online calculators for loans, savings, and credit card
payoff. Also features articles on choosing a college, finding
a job, tracking expenses and related topics. From a credit union
league partnership that assists "credit unions in the United
States and Canada in attracting teen members."
http://www.cusucceed.net/resources.php
- Don't
Buy It! - Learn how to
be "media smart" with fun activities and information.
Discover advertising tricks that are used to sell products, cover
models' secrets for looking good, and tips for creating your
own ad.
http://pbskids.org/dontbuyit/
- girlshealth.gov - A site created to help girls, ages 10-16,
learn about health, growing up, and issues they may face.
http://girlshealth.gov
- It
all adds up - A site for
teens who want to get ahead in their financial future. Online
games and simulations to learn about topics like buying a car,
saving and investing, and paying for college. Developed by the
National Council on Economic Education.
http://www.italladdsup.org/
- The
Mint - A web site for middle
school and high school students. Information on investing in
the stock market, starting a business and creating a budget.
http://www.themint.org/
- Teen Consumer Scrapbook - Check out this site created by teens
for the Washington State Attorney General’s Office. Includes
information about teen spending habits, music clubs, tattoos,
and more.
http://www.atg.wa.gov/teenconsumer/index.htm
- The Teenager's Guide to the Real World - Selected chapters from the book The
Teenagers Guide ot the Real World, offering advice for teens
on how to succeed in life.
http://www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/tg2rwbooktoc.htm
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Education:
College & Vo-Tech
- The ACT Test
- Information and practice tools from the Princeton Review.
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/testprep/testprep.asp?TPRPAGE=2&TYPE=ACT&adcode=9545
- ACT
Test Prep - Sample tests,
tips, and other information from ACT, Inc.
http://www.actstudent.org/testprep/
- American Universities
- Homepages for American universities granting bachelor or advanced
degrees.
http://www.clas.ufl.edu/CLAS/american-universities.html
- College
Answer - A wealth of information
for students and parents. Includes information on preparing for
standardized tests, selecting a college, financing a college
education, submitting the FAFSA, and other topics. From Sallie
Mae, Inc. A few sections of this site, like the Scholarship Search,
require you to log in or register.
http://www.collegeanswer.com/index.jsp
- Collegeboard.com - From the association that brings you
the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, and AP programs. This site guides you through
the college search, offers SAT registration and prep online.
http://www.collegeboard.com/
- Collegeboard.com: SAT
- A full-length SAT practice test and scoring guide.
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/prep_one/test.html
- The Current SAT
- Information about the current and new SAT. Includes information
about SAT courses and tutors, practice tests, and more.
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/testprep/testprep.asp?TPRPAGE=58&TYPE=SAT-HOME
- FAFSA
on the Web - U.S. Department
of Education Federal Student Aid online. Includes information
on aid and online applications.
http://fafsa.ed.gov/index.htm
- FinAid!
The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
- Planning to go to college? Most college students receive some
form of financial aid. On this website, learn about student loans,
scholarships, and tax benefits. The other sections of this site
will help you make better decisions regarding the financing of
your college career. The financial aid process can be intimidating,
but knowledge is power!
http://www.finaid.org/
- GoCollege - the Collegiate Websource - Information
on ACTs, SATs, schools, and scholarships.
http://www.gocollege.com/
- It
All Adds Up - A site for
teens who want to get ahead in their financial future. Online
games and simulations to learn about topics like buying a car,
saving and investing, and paying for college. Developed by the
National Council on Economic Education.
http://www.italladdsup.org/
- Multnomah County Library College Planning - A selected list of links to sites that
help with the college selection process. Included are guides
to schools and sites on admissions, financial aid, and study
abroad.
http://www.multcolib.org/teens/college.html
- Online
Test Page - Free SAT and
ACT practice tests and drills.
http://www.saab.org/
- Princeton Review
- Includes financial aid information, ACT and SAT practice tests,
and a matchmaker search tool to help you find colleges that match
your interests.
http://www.princetonreview.com?popup=no/
- RWM
Vocational School Database
- Lists post-secondary vocational schools in all 50 states.
http://www.rwm.org/rwm/
- U.S. News.Com Education - A very useful source for students selecting
a college or university.
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/eduhome.htm
- Vocabulary: Most important SAT* Words - Crossword and other puzzles to help
you master vocabulary for the SAT. A sure way to increase your
vocabulary regardless of whether you are apathetic, motivated,
complacent, diligent, sanguine, reticent, loquacious, taciturn…
http://www.vocabulary.com/AOLtopsatwords12.html
- A.Word.A.Day - For those who love words or are looking
for a fun way to increase their vocabulary.
http://wordsmith.org/awad/index.html
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Health
- Better Hair Through Chemistry - A scientific approach to the concept
of the "bad hair day," exploring the chemistry of human
hair, shampoo and conditioner, and the permanent wave (perm).
Includes "fun activities to do with your very own hair:"
building a hair hygrometer to measure changes in humidity, a
healthy hair test, and creating curls using your fingernail.
From the magazine of the Exploratorium museum in San Francisco.
http://www.exploratorium.edu/exploring/hair/
- The
Cool Spot - Alcohol education
for kids 11-13 years old. The Cool Spot includes discussions
about the effects drinking can have on physical and intellectual
development, how to resist peer pressure, the dangers of underage
drinking, and the prevention and treatment of alcohol problems.
By the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
http://www.thecoolspot.gov/
- girlshealth.gov - A site created to help girls, ages 10-16,
learn about health, growing up, and issues they may face.
http://girlshealth.gov
- Health Information from FDA for Teens - Health information from the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration. Includes articles on topics like playing
a sport with exercise-induced asthma, how loud music affects
your ears, and how to prevent STD's. From FDA Consumer Magazine.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/kids/html/7teens.htm
- Help
for Teens - Wondering if
drugs are really that bad? Curious why some people can't handle
drinking and drugs? Concerned about a friend's drug problem?
This site from the Partnership for a Drug-Free America answers
these and many other pressing questions. Recommended for grades
6 and up.
http://www.drugfree.org/Teen/
- I
wanna know - Answers to
your questions about teen sexual health. Sponsored by the American
Social Health Association.
http://www.iwannaknow.org/
- Inside the Teenage Brain - Check out the latest research on the
teenage brain, and found out the answer to questions like, "just
how much sleep do teens need?"
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/teenbrain/
- It's your (sex) life: a guide to safe and
responsible sex - Reliable,
objective sexual health information for young adults. From the
Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation.
http://www.mtv.com/thinkmtv/features/sexual_health/iysl_guide/index1.jhtml
- My
Pyramid.gov - Explore the
official new food pyramid from the United States Department of
Agriculture to learn about the food groups and to see how much
physical activity you should be getting. Take an animated tour
of the new pyramid. Discover a wealth of ideas that can help
you get started toward a healthy diet. There are tips for each
food group, physical activity, eating out, a sample menu, and
more.
http://www.mypyramid.gov/
- National
Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign
- Get smart about pot and other illegal drugs. Check out the
most up-to-date information on the physical, social, and psychological
consequences of taking drugs. Find advice for resisting peer
pressure, helping friends who are using drugs or alcohol, and
dealing with parents who use drugs or drink too much. Share a
story or ask a question on the site's message boards.
http://www.freevibe.com/
- Say
Not Yet To Sex - Tips on
how to say not yet, facts on teen pregnancy and prevention, teen
FAQ's, and more. From the Minnesota Department of Health.
http://www.saynotyet.com/
- Sexualityandu - Being a teen is exciting, but it's also
a time to make some difficult decisions. Surf this site to get
answers and advice about sex, sexuality, and sexual health. With
information, you'll be able to make better decisions. This website
is made possible with the guidance and collaboration of a team
of distinguished Canadian medical organizations, and is administered
by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada.
http://www.sexualityandu.ca/eng/teens/
- Tattoos and Permanent Makeup - "Information on the possible risks
involved in getting and removing tattoos, and how to report adverse
reactions." A fact sheet from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-204.html
- TeensHealth - Doctor-approved health information on
topics such as depression, eating for sports, the effects of
backpack weight, and more. A project of the Nemours Foundation.
http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/
- Teenhelp.org - A network of peer mentors who have a
desire to reach out and help fellow teens resolve problems. Includes
live chat, support rooms, articles, and a list of resources and
agencies who can help with topics like suicide, depression, drugs
and alcohol, family violence.
http://www.teenhelp.org
- Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program
For Teens - Includes a
suicide prevention hotline phone number, coping strategies, warning
signs and risk factors, and Lifeskills tips on what to do when
someone asks for help.
http://www.yellowribbon.org/Msg-to-Teens.htm
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Homework Help
- Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids:
Grades 9-12 - Includes
historical documents, including the U.S. constitution, games
and activities, links to government web sites.
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/9-12/index.html
- Duluth
Public Library Reference and Information
- Internet resources chosen by our librarians are listed by subject.
- Electronic
Resources for Kids and Teens
- try these databases for help with homework and special projects.
This is information you won't find just surfing the 'Net.
- High
School Ace - Online academic
resources for high school students. Features a reference desk,
college information, and subject guides for English, mathematics,
social studies, science, global languages, arts, and technology.
http://HighSchoolAce.com
- New York Times Learning Network: Student
Connections, Grades 6-12
- News summaries for the day, crossword puzzles, a selective
guide to the Internet, and more.
http://www.nytimes.com/learning/students/index.html
- Owl Online Writing Lab - A guide to grammar, punctuation and
spelling. Includes PowerPoint presentations on grammar, downloadable
handouts, and resources for English as a second language learners.
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/grammar/index.html
- Picturing
Modern America 1880-1920: Historical Thinking Exercises for Middle
and High School Students
- Sharpen your observation skills as you decipher clues in photographs
that help you interpret history and learn more about the United
States.
http://www.edc.org/CCT/PMA/
- Research
Project Calculator - helps
you plan for and navigate the research process, using reliable
resources. This 5-step process includes deadlines and (optional)
email reminders. It also offers hints, worksheets, and guides
for various types of projects.
http://rpc.elm4you.org/
- Social Issues
- A web site created to meet the needs of middle and high school
students researching current social issues from multiple perspectives.
Prepared by Multnomah County (Oregon) Library.
http://www.multnomah.lib.or.us/lib/homework/sochc.html
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Jobs
& Careers
- The
Fun Works: For Careers You Never Knew Existed - Find out about various careers in the
arts, music, sports, science, technology, medicine, and engineering.
This site includes quizzes to focus on aptitudes, games and puzzles
to provide a glimpse of the jobs, and information about necessary
education, typical salaries, and the nature of the work. From
the Educational Development Center. For students ages 11-15.
http://www.thefunworks.org/
- JobGenie - 12,000 job descriptions from the Dictionary
of Occupational Titles.
http://www.stepfour.com/jobs/
- JobStar
Central - Resume and career
guide information, job listings by state, job fairs, job banks,
and more.
http://jobsmart.org/
- JobStar Central Guides for Specific Careers - Links to sites offering information
on careers. Find out what kind of education or training is required,
what it is like for people currently working in a specific field,
what you can earn, and more.
http://jobstar.org/tools/career/spec-car.cfm
- Occupational
Outlook Handbook - This
site includes descriptions of different occupations, educational
requirements, salaries, working conditions, and more. The print
version is also available at the Duluth Public Library.
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
- Studentjobs.gov - Are you looking for a job, or starting
to write your resumé? Check out this website for lists
of federal government employment opportunities for high school
and college students, as well as tips for the job search. Search
for jobs by employment type (for example, summer employment or
internship), geographic location, and salary. Create your own
profile to receive job matches by e-mail. Post your resumé
to get noticed by potential employers.
http://www.studentjobs.gov/
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Reading & Recreation
- All
Music Guide - Look for
information on your favorite artists, songs, and style of music.
http://allmusic.com/
- American
Library Association Teen Read
- Teen surveys, reading lists and information on Teen Read Week,
held each year in October.
http://www.ala.org/teenread/
- Anime and Manga
- a list of sites about Japanese animation and comics.
- Books and Reading from Yahooligans - tons of great sites!
http://kids.yahoo.com/directory/School-Bell/Language-Arts
- ComicZone
- more than 25 comic strips.
http://www.unitedmedia.com/comics/
- Favorite
Poem Project
http://www.favoritepoem.org/
- Favorite
Teenage Angst Books - Book
reviews, interviews with selected authors, and more.
http://www.grouchy.com/angst/index.html
- Gaia
Online - Sign in to become
a member, create your own avatar to represent you on Gaia, design
a profile for yourself, play multiplayer games, and more. For
ages 13 and above.
http://gaiaonline.com/
- The
Love Calculator - A site
just for fun. See what the chances are for you and your dream
partner by analyzing your names.
http://www.lovecalculator.com/
- New
Moon Magazine
http://www.newmoon.org/
- Novelist - look for recommendations of books to
read, by matching favorite authors or plots or by browsing lists
of subjects and awards.
Available to Duluth Public
Library cardholders.
- Outstanding Books for the College Bound
http://www.ala.org/yalsa/booklists/obcb/
- Poetry
180 - a poem a day for American high schools
http://www.loc.gov/poetry/180/
- Poetry
Archives
http://www.emule.com/poetry/
- poets.org
http://www.poets.org/
- Rainbow
Boys and Rainbow High: Novels About Love and Friendship for Teens
and Adults - A web site
with information about teen books with gay, lesbian, bisexual
and transgender themes, teens coming out, and GLBT youth resources.
From the author of Rainbow Boys, a novel that has received
numerous awards.
http://www.alexsanchez.com/
- Reading
Rants - Booklists for teens
looking for a good read.
http://readingrants.org/
- Series and sequels
- For beginning readers to high school students who like to read
books in series. Includes author, title, and subject lists. From
Mid-Continent Public Library.
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com/bpl-bin/series.pl
- Skateboard.com: Skate 101 - Learn the ins and outs of safe skateboarding.
Includes information on choosing the right equipment, places
to skateboard, and tips from the experts.
http://www.skateboard.com/Frontside/101/Rookies/safety.asp
- The Slam
- Share your work and opinions with others on this site for teen
writers. Post your poetry or short stories, and see what praise
or suggestions you receive or use this writing forum to critique
other teens' work. Hosted by Cicada Magazine.
http://www.cricketmag.com/activity_display.asp?id=207
- Teenreads - A great place to find book reviews by
other teens, author interviews, and information about new titles.
http://www.teenreads.com/
- Ticketmaster.com
http://www.ticketmaster.com/
- World
of Reading - Book reviews
by kids, for kids, wired books that you can read on the Internet,
plus links to other reading and writing sites for kids.
http://www.worldreading.org/
- YA Books in Series and Sequels - Search by search by author, series title,
or individual book title to find a list of books in a series.
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com/bpl-bin/series.pl
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10/15/09
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