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For Search Engines try:
For History and Geography investigate these sites:
Atlapedia It's a great resource for political maps, physical maps, and statistics for countries all over the world.
CIA Factbook You won't believe how easy it is to find information about the geography, government, military, communication, people, and flags for countries all over the world.
The Past Presidents of the United States offers fast facts and
in-depth details about past presidents and other American history.
For Literature and Writing check out the following:
Teen Ink This site contains creative writing by teens and for teens.
No Flying No Tights If you want to learn more about the best graphic novels out there then this site is for you.
Wixom Public Library A link to our catalog. You may be surprised by what you can find at your local library.
Experiment with Science at the following sites:
Mad Sci Network is an online science lab. You can search the fast facts section and view questions submitted by others.
Strange Matter Exhibit explains the science behind objects that you have around the house. Learn more about how science impacts our everyday life through fun experiments.
For Databases (more of the information your teachers want you to use):
MeL Michigan residents can search newspapers, journal articles and more.
Gale databases provide searchable encyclopedia and reference information.
You can find more Online Resources that we subscribe to and recommend here.
For Games:
Gamesplz provides a wide variety of free and fun online games.
UgoPlayer is full of more online games that require flash player.
For Sports:
ESPN gives up to date info about your favorite teams or players.
Fox Sports is searchable by sport and can be set up to remember your favorite teams.
METAMORPHOSIS @ YOUR LIBRARY
Teens in grades 6-12, sign up at the Information Desk for this exciting Summer Reading Club beginning June 10.
SPECIAL EVENTS OPEN TO ALL CLUB MEMBERS
Wednesday, June 18th at 6:30 pm
Summer Reading will kick off with a demonstration by Brian Hayes of the Flying Aces Pro Frisbee Team!
Monday, June 30th at 6:30 pm
Magic Workshop with special guest Jeff W. There is limited space, so register early to get a seat!
Wednesday, July 9th at 6:30 pm
Anime Book Club meets for the first time. Join us for a movie, discussion and refreshments!
Monday, July 14th at 6:30 pm
Teen Crafts Night: Tie-Dye! Bring a white t-shirt or another piece of white clothing to dye.
Wednesday, July 23th at 6:30 pm
Pizza Tastefest! Taste test all the local pizzas and judge for yourself which is the best!
Monday, July 28th at 6:00 pm
Read the Book - See the Movie. Come watch the movie The Last Mimzy based on the book by Henry Kuttner.
Wednesday, August 6th at 6:30 pm
Closing Celebration by invitation only. DDR and Guitar Hero with special guest Joel Tacy.
For more information, please contact Vanessa Peters, Teen Services Librarian. Call the Library at 248-624-2512, or send an email to vpeters@wixomlibrary.org. Thanks to the Friends fo the Wixom Public Library for Metamorphosis program materials, prizes and refreshments!
TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION
Monday, August 11th @ 6pm
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join this book discussion. This month we will be reading and discussing Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer. Refreshments will be provided. Pick up a copy and register by August 4 at the Information Desk.
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