Hey kids of Fred Lynn Middle School! I hope you find the websites on this page educational and fun. Use them for your next project or study break, or if you're just looking for the next great book to read!
Fred Lynn Middle School Library:
Find out what's going on in the school's library right here! Have a question?
Email Mrs. Orluk or Mrs. James!
Fred Lynn Middle School Library Catalog:
Is your class going to the library and you already know what book to want to take out? Look up your book and see if it's on the shelf! You can also write down exactly where the book is located, so you can get the book before any of your friends :)
Prince William County Library:
Find out the different events going on within the Prince William County Library System. Look up books, what's new to the library and upcoming events (that's right, there are "things" happening at the library!!!!)
Let's get SMARTER!!!! (Look it up :)
This site is so neat! Look up what weather is coming, special days, interesting facts and general information about the world around you. There is an endless amount of information you can get from this site.
Here is another neat site with lots of facts and information about the world around you. Read up on history, learn about what's going on around the country today, and take quizzes to see how smart you really are!
Do you have a project coming up? And you need a little background information about who discovered, invented, or created the thing you're interested in? Check this out! These biographies are full of what you need to know! (Check out the entire site http://www.ducksters.com/ to find out about even more cool stuff!)
This search engine is parent and teacher approved. When it comes to research, this site will be an enormous help to you. And you can be confident that the information is accurate and up-to-date. Just type in your topic and BOOM!!! you're got tons of knowledge at your fingertips! (Way simpler than
sorting through a Google search and having to verify that your information is correct.)
Hey kids, did you know you leave about thirty minutes from the nation's capital and where all the
important "stuff" goes down? Perhaps you should know a little bit about it! Stay current on what's going on around the corner!
Can't afford to travel the planet while in Middle School? And who has the time?!!! Nationals Geographic Kids will help you do that from the comfort of your computer or Smart device. Look at pictures! Read amazing facts from around the globe! Get smarter than your teachers! Make a list of what you would like to see when you get older!
Just like the White House, the CIA and Langley is just a half hour away. Find out what's going on within the government and their secret spy agency!
This dictionary resource is AMAZING!!! It's got EVERYTHING!!! Dictionary, thesaurus, examples, quotes and MORE!!! I strongly encourage you to check this one out. There are even language and word games to play. It's very user-friendly and you can use it to help you study too!
This site is similar to the previous one. A great resource for all things word related. Games to help you get better with vocabulary and more familiar with words in general. Make your own study guides with this one!
Now, this is a COOL dictionary! Along with traditional definitions, there are also pictures to help you further understand the meaning of words. This could be a very fun activity if you have younger siblings to help them learn new words. Are you or a friend new to this country? This would be a great place to learn new words and better understand what people are talking about!
This is a very reliable and concise dictionary. Need a definition? This is your place.
Need a new book to read? Check out the authors and award winners.
Celebrities read kid books. If you have younger kids at home, they would love to listen to a story with you!
This site offers all of the books that won the Virginia Readers Choice Book Awards. It's separated by grade levels, so you can find just the right book! Happy reading!
Who doesn't love Good Reads?!!!! Here is a list of what's trending across the US, as well as among your friends and family. Read reviews, write reviews and find that perfect book. Create an account and keep track of all the things you read- look back and marvel on how awesome you are!
James Patterson, beloved author of many of our favorite books and series, has a web site that tells his favorite books and where to find more books like the ones you already know you like. It's sorted into age groups, so you don't have to waste your time sorting through books that are too young or old for you.
I know this says "Guys Read," but listen ladies, you can read these books too! I liked lots of the books on this list. (Remember: Anything boys can do, girls can do better =D) Do you like male protagonists? Here is where you can find oodles of books that center around boys and what they like to do and view things from their perspectives. It offers cool stuff to read on both in print and on the Internet (like on Twitter and Blogs and stuff we old people don't understand =P).
Looking to read more award winning books? Here's the place to look! This site separates its book by genre, type of book, to help you find what you're looking for more easily.
Click on "Book Planet" for a list of all the award winners of books written specifically for YOU!!!! Here you will find Newbery, Caldecott, Printz winners and so many more. (Look around the site for games and other neat stuff too!)
Games (They're educational :P)
I think the name says it all- Fun for your brain! There are games of all shapes and sizes here. Play here on a rainy day (but still remember to play outside when it's nice out!)
Cool Math games are great! Play here, play with friends and see if you can beat your old score. But don't play too long- Get back to your homework! Or go play OUTSIDE!!!!
Are you smarter and can you remember more than your teachers? Practice here and then challenge your teachers. There's a tournament in Mrs. Orluk's classes. The entire Math is Fun site is full of fun games to play.
FreeRice: http://freerice.com
While you take a study break, why not learn some interesting vocabulary, practice your math facts or world geography. And while you're doing that, you're also feeding people in need. Everyone wins!!!
This educational game site has a large variety of games, from Math to typing to music.
This is one of my personal favorites. Create a free account and keep track of your progress. There are daily games, badges to earn, and you can even challenge your friends. There is school review and funny trivia to be found here!