While holding down the Shift+Alt keys on your keyboard, press the underlined letter in the bolded word below to access that function. For example, Shift+Alt+G will make a Google box. Note: On older browsers you may only need to hold down the "Alt" key with the letter.
The search function you select will appear in the Web site tool bar.
Internet Scout Project -
sponsored by the National Science Foundation. Librarians and educators review
sites and pass their information on to you. Weekly reviews and recommendations
plus a searchable archive.
Blind Readers Page -
"This site is a guide to sources of information in alternative formats (braille, recorded cassettes, large print, e-texts, web audio) accessible by people with print disabilities--those with visual and physical handicaps as well as dyslexia. It is also a guide to information about blindness, visual handicaps and other physical handicaps, with a special collection of Wisconsin resources."
Bookwire - "the book industry's most comprehensive online info source".
Stop! You're Killing Me! - Definitive source for mystery authors and their series, Stop! has hundreds of authors, with complete, chronological lists of their books in this sub-genre.
Wired for Books - audio of author interviews and readings of everthing from children's books to poetry to fiction. This site is a must for all literary enthusiasts.
Wisconsin Authors database - this is a retrospective and contemporary resource for bibliographic research on books by writers from Wisconsin. It is a joint project of the WLA Literary Awards Committe, the UW-Madison General Library System, and the Wisconsin Center for the Book.
The Foundation Center - a complete source for anyone involved with grants and foundations. Sections cover how to, funding sources, and examples of forms. A special feature is the Online Reference desk that offers assistance in grant research.
Monster.com - the leading global online network for careers, connecting the most progressive companies with the most qualified career-minded individuals.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - this U.S.
Dept. of Labor publication is now available online. It "describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects in a wide range of occupations.'
Wisconsin's Worknet - Wisconsin's workforce and labor market information system.
WiscJobs - State employment information including application forms.
ABTolls - dedicated to sharing information
about the telecommunications industry. This site offers long-distance telephone rate comparisons, information on different companies and services and news relating to telecommunications.
alaTest - alaTest collects reviews from consumers and experts to help you find the best products on the market.
Benefits Checkup - from the National Council on the Aging this free, easy-to-use service that identifies federal and state assistance programs for older Americans.
BestPlaces.net - housing, costs of living, crime, education, economy, health and climate information.
Charity Navigator - Founded in 2001, Charity Navigator has become the nation's largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities.
Consumer World - "a public service, non-commercial guide cataloging over 1800 of the most useful consumer resources." Created by Edgar Dworsky, a consumer advocate/educator and an attorney
Front Door Housing - affordable housing information for Wisconsin renters.
Fueleconomy.gov - ratings and comparisons on vehicle fuel efficiency from the U.S. Department of Energy and the EPA
FurnaceCompare.com - FurnaceCompare offers free resources to homeowners buying either a furnace, heat pump or central air conditioner. Since FurnaceCompare.com is not affiliated with any manufacturer or HVAC business, they can provide comprehensive and unbiased information on 95 manufacturers. This site also has consumer reviews, a size calculator and helpful tips on choosing the right heating & cooling contractor.
Household Products Database - from the National Institute of Health and the National Library of Medicine, this database lists safety issues with commonly used household products.
Identity Theft Resource Center - Winner of the 2004 National Crime Victims Service Award, this site provides resources and information for victims of identity theft as well as for those hoping to avoid it.
PriceSCAN - comparison shop online retailers for the best price on your product.
Quackwatch - Your guide to health fraud, quackery and intelligent decisions.
Realtor.com - the official site of the National Association of Realtors, a great tool for anyone relocating or job hunting in a different city. Calculate salary and cost of living needs. Locate housing, employment, schools and services.
Replacing Your Vital Documents - how to obtain replacements for important documents that have been lost or stolen. From USA.gov
Senior Resources - listing of services for older adults in Wisconsin.
ACT - the official site of the American College Testing Program. The site includes sample questions and test taking strategies.
Busy Teachers Cafe - This site was designed "to provide teachers with direct source materials, lesson plans/classroom activities with a minimum of site-to-site linking, and to provide an enjoyable and
rewarding experience for the teacher who is learning to use the Internet.
Child Care Information Center - "a mail-order lending library and information center serving anyone in Wisconsin working in the field of child care and early childhood education. CCIC provides free information services, library services, and adult learning services to help Wisconsin child care professionals give the best possible start to Wisconsin's children. CCIC is sponsored by the Office of Child Care, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, and is administered by the Department of Public Instruction's Reference and Loan Library."
College Board Online - information and online registration for the SAT, PSAT, AP, and CLEP exams.
College Goal Wisconsin - This annual event assists high school seniors, parents and adults returning to college complete the Free Application for Federal Studay Aid (FAFSA).
Education Portal - "Your guide to undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, career education and online degree programs."
Education World - a full service educational site that has information for teachers, school administrators, parents and students. This site has links to Web sites on a variety of subjects, feature articles, lesson plans and offers weekly updates by email.
FREE - Federal Resources for Educational Excellence - 30 federal agencies have worked to develop this site which contains hundreds of federally supported education resources for parents, teachers and students.
Guaranteed Scholarships -
"By guaranteed scholarships, we mean those which are unlimited in number, and
require no interview, essay, portfolio, audition, competition or other
"secondary" requirement. Just meet the criteria listed, adhere to the
application deadlines set by the individual colleges and universities,
gain admission, enroll, and receive your scholarship or scholarships."
Jefferson County Literacy Council - Promoting literacy throughout Jefferson County by providing tutoring to adults needing basic literacy skill improvement and those learning English as a Second Language (ESL).
SupportAStudent Scholarship for Single Parents - A $10,000 scholarship will be awarded starting January 1st, 2012 to a single parent who is enrolled in an accredited online post-secondary institution. The scholarship will help pay for non-tuition related living expenses for the 2012 academic year that are not covered by the recipient's current financial aid. From Online Colleges.org
Students.gov - a federal government-wide
web portal for college students aimed at making it easier to find any kind of federal service or information that you need.
U101 - Directory of almost 4000 college and university web sites in the United States and Canada.
Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions - Wisconsin laws,
news, statistics and forms related to finance and banking. Check the searchable database of licensed lenders under "Regulated Industries.'
GardenGuides - a comprehensive gardening resource which includes cooking information, an email newsletter and a chat forum.
PLANTS database - from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, a great resource for students, teachers, gardeners, botanists and anyone looking for plant identification and information. "The PLANTS Database includes names, checklists, automated tools, identification information, species abstracts, distributional data, crop information, plant symbols, plant growth data, plant materials information, plant links, references, and other plant information."
Ancestry.com - some things may be searched for free. You may also purchase a membership with added benefits. NOTE: the library has a subscription to the Ancestry Library Edition. You may only access this database from the online computers in the library.
Wisconsin Circuit Court Access - this site allows you to search for Wisconsin Circuit Court Case information. You may search for criminal, traffic, forfeiture, family, and civil cases. You can also search for civil judgement information.
Cancer.gov - from the National Cancer Institute this site provide a vast array of information on cancer and its treatment. This site provides information on how to locate clinical trials as well.
Consumer Health Guide - from Wisconsin Dept. of Health and Family Services. Use this site to locate a health care provider, find resources for paying for health care, deal with health care problems, and many other types of health information.
Household Products Database - from the National Institute of Health and the National Library of Medicine, this database lists safety issues with commonly used household products.
Long Term Care Link - comprehensive index of information relating to long term care issues including insurance, housing, health care, etc. This is a private site created by an individual with a committment to providing sound, timely information.
MCW HealthLink - online health newsletter from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.
Medicare - the official site for Medicare information.
Mesothelioma information - this site contains complete information on the type of cancer called mesothelioma including: risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. From asbestos.com.
National Library of Medicine- this page contains links to the health topics database, drug information, medical encyclopedia, medical dictionary and health news.
PricePoint - allows health care consumers to receive basic, facility-specific information about services and charges, from the Wisconsin Hospital Association.
FreeAdvice.com - an easy to use site for legal information.
Legal Forms - access to U. S. legal forms from FindLaw.
GPO Access - Government Publications Online including the Federal Register and Code of Federal Regulations.
Lawyer Locator - is part of LexisNexis� Martindale-Hubbell�, which has been helping people connect to lawyers since 1868. We're one of the most trusted sources of information in and about the legal profession
LegalExplorer - from the State Bar Association of Wisconsin. You can search for a lawyer, explore legal topics, read
consumer alerts and special topics and search a database of resources that may help
you resolve your legal problems.
WISBAR - Award Winning Site by the State Bar of Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Circuit Court Access - this site allows you to search for Wisconsin Circuit Court Case information. You may search for criminal, traffic, forfeiture, family, and civil cases. You can also search for civil judgement information.
WISCAT - Wisconsin Libraries Online Catalog - search for library materials at public and academic libraries throughout the state.
Wisconsin State Law Library - open to every citizen in the state this library can assist you with your legal research. Their website contains a comprehensive list of legal resources on the WWW.
Ameristat - a one-stop source for
U.S. population data this site is managed by the Population Reference Bureau and
Social Science Data Analysis Network.
Anyday Today in History - get information on important events, birthdates,
holidays and more on any day of the year you choose.
Purdue University Online Writing Lab - This site from Purdue University offers handouts and exercises on grammar, spelling, and punctuation as well as PowerPoint presentations related to grammar and a section of handouts and resources for English as a Second Language learners.
Country Studies - from the Library of Congress.
Presents a description and analysis of the historical setting and the social, economic, political, and national security systems and institutions of countries throughout the world and examines the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors.
Travelocity - powered by the travel industry's SABRE system. Reserve
plane tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, and anything else for your trip from this one
site.
Jefferson County Literacy Council - Promoting literacy throughout Jefferson County by providing tutoring to adults needing basic literacy skill improvement and those learning English as a Second Language (ESL).
Common Cause - Common Cause is a nonprofit, nonpartisan citizen's
lobbying organization promoting open, honest and accountable government. Discover the latest legislative developments
for reform, along with current and archived Common Cause studies.
Concord Coalition - Nonpartisian, grassroots organization dedicated
to eliminating federal budget deficits and reforming entitlement programs. Presents facts you should know about the national
debt and deficit.
Lobbying in Wisconsin -
Who lobbies and what are they lobbying about? This site contains information on the lobbying industry
in Wisconsin.
Project Vote Smart - non-partisan group gathering and distributing
biographical history, voting records, campaign finances and promises, and performance evaluations
about elected officials and candidates.
Town Hall - Conservative website sponsored by the magazine National Review.
Columnists like Pete du Pont and William F. Buckley are regular contributors. Offers a flat-tax calculator in the
online boutique.
WisconsinEye - is a private non-profit dedicated to providing access to the workings of our Wisconsin state government. The site includes information on candidates and races in text, audio and video.
WisconsinVotes - from Wisconsin Public Radio, UW-Extension and Wisconsin Public Television. Includes election coverage, Wisconsin
campaigns and links to live radio and television broadcasts.
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