Tools

Search indexes and engines, databases, and interactive guides to help students select a search tool for their research needs.

Annotated Database of Educational Websites

A collection of links to educational websites that can be used by themselves or to supplement articles in the YouthLearn database. Includes search engine.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

AskScott: Your Guide to Finding IT on the Internet

"AskScott helps you choose the most appropriate search tool for your searching need through a simple, question-and-answer interface and web search tutorial."

created: 21 Jul 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 18 Aug 2003

Awesome Library

Thousands of carefully reviewed educational websites for students in grades Kindergarten through 12. Available in several languages including Spanish, French, German, Russian, Dutch, Malay, Arabic, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean,

created: 21 Jul 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 21 Jul 2003

Bookmarklets: Free Tools for Power Surfing

Tiny Java applications that work like bookmarks to help you navigate the web and organize what you find.

created: 21 Jul 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 21 Jul 2003

BUBL LINK/5:15: Selected Internet Resources Covering All Academic Subject Areas

Selected Internet resources covering all academic subject areas. Includes search engine and Dewey Decimal Classification.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

ChatterBee's: The Invisible Web

A collection search engines to help you find "invisible" websites that are usually not recognized by major search engines.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

Copernic Agent Basic

Copernic Agent Basic is a free download that searches several search engines at once to help you find information on the Web.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

FINDSPOT: Internet Search Tips, Hints, and Help on the Web

A collection of Internet search tools and tips to help you use them efficiently and successfully.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

Guides to Search Engines for Children

A guides to specialized search engines for children and teenagers. Includes descriptions and tips for using.

created: 21 Jul 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 21 Jul 2003

Guides to Specialized Search Engines

A collection of guides to specialized search engines covering hundreds of subjects. Includes descriptions and tips for using.

created: 21 Jul 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 21 Jul 2003

Invisible Web: What It Is, Why It Exists, How to Find It, and Its Inherent Ambiguity

The "Invisible Web" is the name used to describe information available on the Web that you cannot readily retrieve using general Web search engines. This site explains the Invisible Web: what it is, how to find it, and how to use it.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 18 Aug 2003

iTools

Quickly find almost anything online with this collection of research, reference, language, and search tools.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

Ivy's Search Engine Resources for Kids

A starting place where kids can begin searching several kid-friendly search engines and web guides.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

KidInfo Reference Resources

Links to many different types of kid-friendly search tools on the web. Offers a downloadable search box for use with Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000 and Internet Exlporer.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

KidsClick! Web Search for Kids by Librarians

A search index designed to help students find age-appropriate websites by grade level. Includes advanced search and browse functions and a subject directory.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

NoodleQuest

Answer a few questions about what you’re looking for and NoodleQuest will help you choose a helpful Internet search tool.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003

TekMom's Search Tools for Students

An easy-to-use, one-page reference desk for students. Includes kids' search engines, encyclopedias, biographies, images, dictionaries, maps, and more.

created: 10 Aug 2003 by rsinker ::: updated: 10 Aug 2003