Specifically
designed to help children and young people find information, this site is a compilation of answers to questions
asked at Any Questions (Anyquestions.co.nz) which offers real time homework
help. Rather than giving answers to
questions, the site gives suggested sites and searching tips to help children
find their own answers. Browse hot topics or submitted a question.
This comprehensive, visually appealing, and user-friendly website
offers a wealth of info about NZ. The intended audience is general, but the
language is accessible for older children and young adults. In depth coverage and quick reference is available on history, culture, biography,
the natural environment, society, and economy. Contributions and comments are also
included.
Brief overviews of topics such as geography,
history, people, and society covering 267 countries.
Country comparisons rank countries on a wide range of topics, from area
and population, to adult obesity and infant mortality rate. Information is updated weekly. Searching can be done via flags of the world,
regional maps, or alphabetical lists.
Suitable for young adults.
Central Intelligence Agency. (n.d.). The World Fact Book. Retrieved June 3, 2012, from https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/index.html
World Book Online For Kids
This is an encyclopaedia for children which can be browsed by topic or searched by keyword. Some articles include mini quizzes and links to related topics. Also included are a children’s dictionary, a variety of maps, and a picture gallery. A selection of games and activities are also available.
World Book, Inc. (2012). World Book online for kids. Retrieved June 5, 2012, from Christchurch City Libraries’ Kids Internet Gateway
World Book, Inc. (2012). World Book online for kids. Retrieved June 5, 2012, from Christchurch City Libraries’ Kids Internet Gateway
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