On this page you will find a variety of links to other sites providing an array of resources that may be of assistance as you seek to make your child's learning experiences the best they can be. Note that each of these sites is outside of our system, and other than periodic review, we cannot ensure quality or endorse products or services offered. We are always interested in additional suggestions of sites you believe will be of benefit to our visitors. You may be affiliated with the site you suggest, but it is not required. We will periodically review the suggestions and add those that we believe are appropriate. We may request a link in exchange. We will also remove any site that we consider to be promoting or condoning products or activities inappropriate for families, children, or teachers.

American Library Association (http://www.ala.org/): The voice of American libraries. The oldest and largest library association in the world. Its mission is to promote the highest quality library and information services and public access to information. ALA offers professional services and publications to members and nonmembers, including online news stories from American libraries and analyses of crucial issues.

American Psychological Association: Access a variety of literature, guides, codes, and other resources related to educational testing. Check out the following:
Code of Fair Testing Practices in Education (http://www.apa.org/science/fairtestcode.html): A guide to assist education professionals in providing and administering tests that are fair and equitable. Information for parents to help ensure that appropriate practices are followed with their children.
Testing and Assessment (http://www.apa.org/science/testing.html): Information on guidelines and standards that govern testing, the APA's stand on certain testing issues, and finding and obtaining appropriate tests.
Testing Information Clearinghouse (http://www.apa.org/science/testclearinghs.html): Assistance in locating (online, publishers, etc.) the publications you need regarding testing and administration of tests.

Campus Books (http://www.campusbooks.com/): Campus Books finds the lowest prices on the Internet for new and used textbooks. Their search encompasses dozens of bookstores, thousands of sellers, and millions of new and used textbooks.

Direct Textbooks (http://www.directtextbook.com/): Direct Textbooks helps students and book lovers find textbooks and books by searching over 30 online stores and 1000s of libraries throughout the United States.

Early Childhood Links (http://www.earlychildhoodlinks.com/teachers/resourcesitesindex.htm): Site dedicated to providing teachers of infants through early elementary students with access to great resources. Parents will enjoy these sites also, though there are additional links in the parent section (just replace the word "teachers" with "parents" in the URL).

Education Atlas: Online Education and Degrees Guide (http://www.educationatlas.com): Site provides a comprehensive education guide for learners of all ages.

Free Assessment Tool (FAT) (Free Source to Prepare for Tests, Certifications and Examinations): Free Assessment Tool (FAT) is an educational/assessment site to provide free and quick informative assessment with wide range of study materials available to empower and enrich student testing practices.

Global Student Experience (http://www.GSEAbroad.com/): This company offers study abroad programs for students to popular destinations around the world. Experience college abroad—study in France, Italy, Spain, or England. Choose from summer, semester or year long programs.

Gradware (http://www.gradware.com/): Provides computer hardware, software and books for individuals and schools. Thousands of academic software titles discounted up to 80% off retail prices for customers who provide proof of academic eligibility. Schools can save even more on multiple copies of academic software for school computer labs and classrooms with Gradware's academic volume licensing programs. Gradware's pledge: The guaranteed lowest price on student discount software.

Landmark Media (http://www.landmarkmedia.com): This is an independent family-owned company currently celebrating its 25th anniversary. Take a peek at the site and browse the selection of available educational videos and DVDs available. You can even preview the videos for free before purchasing.

LexisNexis (Law Textbooks from LexisNexis): The LexisNexis Store provides law students and professionals with authoritative legal documents, books, software and resources. LexisNexis has recently upgraded their Web site and now features the most respected law textbooks to help professionals stay on top of the latest developments, standards, and best practices in the legal field. Here, visitors can also learn more through direct links to free resources throughout the LexisNexis online community.

Library of Congress (http://www.loc.gov): A treasure trove of memories from the oldest cultural institution in America. 128 million items, and more become available via the Internet everyday. Take your time at this site; with so much to see and do, it takes awhile to work your way from stem to stern, but it is worth it!

Local School Directory (http://www.localschooldirectory.com): This a completely free Web site that provides in-depth statistical information on 130,000ÊK-12 Public and Private Schools.

Maps.com (http://www.maps101.com): A unique and comprehensive geography-centric online resource that makes the teaching of social studies interactive and engaging.

National professional education associations:

National Council for History Education (http://www.nche.net/)

National Council of Teachers of English (http://www.ncte.org/)

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (http://www.nctm.org/)

National Science Teachers Association (http://www.nsta.org/)

RDI Distance Learning (http://www.rdi.co.uk/): RDI, an eminent educational establishment in the field of distance learning, has opened the door to the world of theoretical and practical knowledge for aspiring individuals through its innovative distance learning courses. Affordability is one of the mainstay features of the courses at RDI.

SchoolSearch: This company is dedicated to providing visitors with accurate and complete information about leading schools that offer classes covering a variety of academic disciplines. SchoolSearch, in cooperation and partnership with a number of schools, presents the content of their Web sites free of charge. Check the following:
California Colleges Search (http://www.california-colleges-search.com/) provides information regarding California colleges throughout the entire state of California.
College Degrees Search (http://www.college-degrees-search.com/) provides access to the best colleges and information on college degrees offered.
Online Bachelor Degree (http://www.online-bachelor-degree-search.com/) offers information, which is useful to visitors looking for a school offering online bachelor degrees.
Online Degree Program Information and Online Degrees (http://www.online-degrees-schoolsearch.com/) - Online Degrees SchoolSearch provides access to a wide selection of online degree programs and the information necessary to determine which school is right for you.

Space Telescope Science Institute (http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/): Their basic mission is astronomy—to enable forefront scientific advances in astronomy that will change humankind's view of its place in the universe. They brought us the Hubble Telescope, and they aren't stopping there. This outreach education site to which we've linked, Amazing Space, provides online learning explorations, news from The Star Witness, homework help for students, and an array of teaching tools.

Tutor Hunt (http://www.tutorhunt.com/): Tutor Hunt is a free service that helps link pupils with tutors. Whether help is needed for students or an adult learner, across a variety of subjects, Tutor Hunt strives to make the process as painless as possible, listing all personal and private tutors closest to you.

UK Department for Education and Skills (http://www.dfes.gov.uk): The Web site of the British Department for Education and Skills includes the complete National Curriculum used in English schools, as well as assessment results, information about education initiatives and training programs. Go to The Standards Site (http://www.standards.dfes.gov.uk) for an abundance of great teaching resources as well as the UK curriculum objectives. Also take a look also at the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (http://www.qca.org.uk), sponsored by the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) to maintain and develop the national curriculum and associated assessments, tests and examinations.

United States Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov): Access resources and information specifically targeted toward students, teachers, parents and/or administrators. You can also check on news related to education issues in the United States, or go to special sections dealing with grants and contracts, financial aid, research and statistics, policy, and programs. Also, get more information on No Child Left Behind (http://www.ed.gov/nclb/).

Western Writers of America (http://www.westernwriters.org/): Founded in 1953 to promote the literature of the American West and bestow Spur Awards for distinguished writing in the western field. The founders were largely authors who wrote traditional western fiction, but the organization swiftly expanded to include historians and other nonfiction authors, young adult and romance writers, and writers interested in regional history.

Check out Designed Instruction's K-12 resources for parents and teachers at LearningLeads™, or preschool resources at the PreKorner™.