Alabama Virtual Library
The Alabama Virtual Library is provided by the Alabama legislature as a free service to every Alabamian. AVL provides online access to essential library and information resources with databases including bibliographic records as well as full text of books and articles.
General Reference
Fact Monster
Encyclopedia, dictionary and almanac geared for kids is produced by Information Please. With news stories and a homework help section.
Citation Machine
An interactive web tool to assist students in producing reference citations for crediting information from other sources.
Government Groups
The White House
Visit the official home page of the White House. Includes links to articles, federal services, current news events and activities for kids.
United States Government
The official U.S. gateway to all government information.
Smithsonian Institute
Take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian Institute or find information on its many divisions, events, and new exhibits.
NASA
A leading force in scientific research and in stimulating public interest in aerospace exploration, as well as science and technology in general.
Library of Congress
Search the Library of Congress catalogs, connect with the US copyright office, get tour information, or ask a librarian a question.
State of Alabama Official Site
Official website of the state of Alabama supplies access to government offices and agencies, educational departments and related entities.
Homework Helpers
Homework Help
Assists children and teenagers with schoolwork by publishing educational content and providing instant-answer services.
Research Strategy
Cornell University outlines a simple and effective strategy for finding information for a research paper and documenting the sources.
BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper
More than 700 links to sites that will help with homework.
Literature Links
American Psychological Association Style Guide
APA's style rules and guidelines for writing research and term papers.
MLA Style
Site presents Modern Language Association authorized guidelines for citing Web sources in scholarly and research papers.
Citation Machine
An interactive Web tool for assisting teachers and students in producing reference citations for crediting information from other people.
Booklists
Recommended young adult books are provided by the American Libraries Association.
Parent Power
Family Resource Online
Provides information related to families, including health, parenting, and finances.
Focus Adolescent Services
Provides information and resources to empower individuals to help their teens and heal their families through education, self-awareness, self-help, and personal responsibility.
K-College Links
Provides a resource of educational and civic leadership subjects for students, teachers, and parents.
Teacher Tips
State of Alabama Department of Education
Learn about Alabama's certification requirements and find educational links and a directory of publications.
United States Department of Education
The national education site covering all topics to ensure equal access to education and to promote educational excellence throughout the nation.
Education World
A complete online resource where educators can find lesson plans and research materials.
Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators
A categorized list of sites useful for enhancing curriculum and professional growth.
Education Week Online
Covers local, state, and national news and issues from preschool through the 12th grade and provides periodic special reports on issues ranging from technology to textbooks.
Alabama Education Association
Provides access to education-related material to all Alabama Education Association members.
Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX)
Courses of study, lesson plans, and other resources submitted by classroom teachers.
Colleges and Careers
Occupational Outlook Handbook
The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives.
The College Board
A not-for-profit membership association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity.
JobWeb
A web site of career development and job-search information for college-bound students and new college graduates.
FastWeb
Provides financial aid searches and customized scholarship searches through the Web, with automatic email updates.
Military Career Guide Online
Provides information about possible careers within the military family.
The Student Guide to Federal Aid
A comprehensive resource on student financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education. Grants, loans, and work-study are the three major forms available. This site links to FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Local Colleges and Libraries
Shelton State Community College
Find information and indexes for all areas of Shelton State, including admissions, campus information, and athletics.
Shelton State Community College Library
Shelton State's library catalog and reference service.
Tuscaloosa Public Library
Welcome to the Tuscaloosa Public Library! Prepare for exams! From the SAT to the GED to the state Firefighters Exam at the Tuscaloosa Public Library.
University of Alabama
A Tuscaloosa institution founded in 1831 that aspires to excellence and innovation in academics.
University of Alabama Library Catalog
Search the University of Alabama's catalogs by author, subject, or title.
Stillman College
A four-year liberal arts college located in Tuscaloosa.
Stillman College Library
Peruse Stillman College's catalog of over 115,000 books and 400 periodicals.
Tuscaloosa and Northport
Tuscaloosa Chamber of Commerce
This is the Chamber of Commerce website. It has many links with information regarding Tuscaloosa.
City of Tuscaloosa
Access the mayor's offices, the city council and various other city departments.
Crimson Tide Athletics
Official site of the University of Alabama athletic programs. Find schedules, ticket information, etc., here.
City of Northport
Access the city departments of Northport.
http://www.cityofnorthport.org
News and Information
The Tuscaloosa News
The Tuscaloosa News is the daily newspaper for the West Alabama region, covering both local and national news. It is a part of The New York Times Regional Newspaper Group.
ABC 33/40
ABC 33/40 provides news on several fronts including local, national, business, and sports.
National Public Radio
NPR provides information on current topics in text and audio formats.
Fox News
Fox News Channel provides up-to-date information on national and international news.
National Weather Service
Provides up-to-date weather information regarding warnings and forecasts while using national maps, radar, and satellites.
United States Post Office Zip Codes
Find a zip code for any city in any state.
Official United States Time
Provides the official U.S. time for each region of the country.
Teen Targets
TeenInk
A monthly print magazine, website, and book series written by teens for teens.
Teen Hoopla
Highly selective guide to Web sites for teens covers school, arts and activism from the Young Adult division of the American Library Association.
Urban Legends
Presents myths that are spread from person to person and attempts to provide factual information to either prove or disprove the urban legend.
National Collegiate Scouting Association
