Cool Sites

Cool Sites
Animals	Fun & Games	Sports
ANIMALS Animal Diversity Web Find animal classifications, pictures, information, and sound files in this huge database from the University of Michigan. Animal Info: Rare Threatened and Endangered Mammals Search for endangered mammals by names or by country. Animaland ASPCA’s site for kids featuring games, pet care tips, an animal encyclopedia, and more. Brookfield Zoo Over 200 wild acres of animals in nearby Brookfield, IL. Endangered Species Information from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Search for animals by name or by state. Lincoln Park Zoo Open 365 days a year, this Chicago zoo is always FREE. Names of Males, Females, and Groups of Animals Also includes other animal facts and coloring pages. The National Zoo: Just for Kids Activities, pictures, facts, and fun from The National Zoo. North American Mammals A searchable database of all living mammals in North America created by The Smithsonian. Notebaert Nature Museum This local museum features activities and exhibits about nature and the environment. Shedd Aquarium Check out what’s happening with the underwater creatures at Chicago’s famous aquarium.
FUN & GAMES Barbie Online activities and news about America’s favorite doll. Boy Scouts of America, Northwest Suburban Council Information about the local boy scouts council and its activities. Cartoon Network En Español: Cartoon Network ¡YA! Games featuring The Powerpuff Girls, Yu-Gi-Oh, and Samurai Jack, and more. Coloring.com Pictures your can color online or print to color later. FunBrain Cool games, comics, Mad Libs, and more. Funschool Smart, fun games organized by age and subject. A Game a Day Word games and brainteasers updated daily. Girl Scouts: Illinois Crossroads Council En Español: Sitio Web Oficial de Girl Scouts of the USA Information about the local girl scouts council and its activities. International Children's Digital Library Read multicultural books online in many different languages. JigZone Solve jigsaw puzzles online. MaMaMedia.com Games designed to encourage creativity and computer skills in children. Nickelodeon Games featuring SpongeBob SquarePants, Zoey 101, Rugrats, and more. Noggin Preschool fun and games with Dora the Explorer, Miffy, Franklin, and more. PBS Kids Games featuring Arthur, Teletubbies, Sesame Street, and more. Peep and the Big Wide World Science activities and games for preschoolers. Puzzlemaker Create and print your own word search, crossword, and math puzzles. Seussville Games and fun from the world of Dr. Seuss. Starfall.com Games to help kids learn to read. StoryPlace: The Children’s Digital Library En Español: StoryPlace: La Biblioteca Digital de Niños Stories, activities, and book suggestions for kids of all ages. White House Kids Facts and fun about our presidents, from George Washington to George W. Bush.
SPORTS The Olympics Find information on past and future games on the official Olympics site. Sport Science Take a new look at sports, including skateboarding, hockey, and baseball. Sports Illustrated for Kids Check out the popular magazine online, featuring games, video clips, and photos. Varsity.com Find news articles and event information for cheer and dance. LEAGUES FIFA: The Official Site En Español: FIFA: El Sitio Oficial Little League Baseball Major League Baseball Major League Soccer En Español: La Major League Soccer Minor League Baseball NASCAR National Basketball Association National Football League National Hockey League Women’s National Basketball Association LOCAL TEAMS Chicago Bears Chicago Blackhawks Chicago Bulls Chicago Cobras Chicago Cubs Chicago Fire Chicago Rush Chicago White Sox Chicago Wolves Kane County Cougars Schaumburg Flyers

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