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Minnesota Encyclopedia
Explore MNopedia, an online encyclopedia with articles that include related media, related articles, turning point/overview, chronology, bibliography, and related resources.
 
posted Mar 28, 2012 by Jody W. Category: Minnesota

Watch and Learn
Explore YouTube for Do It Yourself videos on a variety of topics. I like this DIY Fashion Tips: How to Turn a Plain T-Shirt into a Creative Shirt for a Girl Be sure to check out our DIY & Crafts subtopic for more resources.
 
posted Mar 28, 2012 by Jody W. Category: BeCreative

New Look
Check out our new subtopics Finance Games, Job Search Engines, Managing Money and Self Employment. You can play and learn, find jobs more easily, figure out how to save and invest, and create a job for yourself.
 
posted Mar 28, 2012 by Jody W. Category: JobsMoney

What's Hidden?
The Invisible or Deep Web is the part of the Internet you can't see, or at least you can't see it easily. You can search it with the right tools and it holds lots of interesting information. Hackers often use this space to do their work. Some tools to use this part of the Internet are in our subtopic Advanced Online Searching.
 
posted Mar 28, 2012 by Jody W. Category: InternetTechnology

A new super telescope
The SKA (square kilometer telescope) will detect radio waves and will help us learn more about our universe. Maybe even give us clues about alien life!
 
posted Mar 26, 2012 by Lisa H. Category: Math/Science

Fashion Design
We've added a Fashion Templates Tutorial to our Design subtopic that provides sketching tips and models if you design clothes. Whether your goal is Project Runway or to just have fun, these templates will make your task much easier!
 
posted Mar 16, 2012 by Jody W. Category: BeCreative

"They changed the way we see ourselves"
Learn more about Tennessee Williams's plays, or other favorite authors, poets or playwrights using Junior Reference Collection. Click on Literature. 
 
posted Mar 16, 2012 by Katherine D. Category: English/LanguageArts

Geography Bee
The state finals of the Geography Bee are on March 30. Test your knowledge with one of their daily quizzes.
 
posted Mar 13, 2012 by Janice D. Category: Countries/Geography

Lifelike
Where can you see a giant-sized table and chairs? A huge pink eraser? Or a tiny, knee-high sized elevator that really works? At "Lifelike," a new exhibit at the Walker Art Center.
 
posted Mar 13, 2012 by Jan D. Category: Arts/Entertainment

Who vs. Whom
The English language is full of pitfalls with words that we constantly mix up. Luckily, there's help at Confusing Words.
 
posted Mar 13, 2012 by Jan D. Category: Encyclopedias/Dictionaries

Laugh Out Loud News
The Daily Show and Colbert Nation may rule for political humor, but the Onion gets my vote for overall crazy news.
 
posted Mar 13, 2012 by Jan D. Category: Government/Politics

Don't let anyone's anger manage you
Professional athletes like Minnesota Viking Chris Cook are not the only people with anger management issues and domestic assault histories. Learn more at Dating Violence Facts.
 
posted Mar 8, 2012 by Susan W. Category: Relationships/Sexuality

Celebrate Women's History Month
by visiting MNopedia and reading about the contributions Minnesota women (like Gratia Countryman!) have made throughout history. 
 
posted Mar 5, 2012 by Nina S. Category: History/Biography

If You're Submitting a Paper,
have the trained tutors at Brainfuse take another look at it in their Writing Lab. They'll have their notes to you within 24 hours. Just look for the Homework Rescue life preserver on TeenLinks!
 
posted Mar 5, 2012 by Nina S. Category: HistoryDay

Not Sure about Primary Sources?
Don't panic! Just check out RUSA's online guide for tips on finding and evaluating your primary sources.  
 
posted Mar 5, 2012 by Nina S. Category: Research/Primarysources

Need food?
Call the Minnesota Food HelpLine  1-888-7111-1151, if you or someone you know needs food. 
 
posted Mar 4, 2012 by Susan W. Category: EmergencyHelp

Forget the cold and snow!
Now's the time to start training for spring and summer sports. What's your goal this year? Registering for a May race could help you start training now. 
 
posted Mar 4, 2012 by Susan W. Category: Sports

It's not all about the music
Lady Gaga has launched Born This Way, a new organization to empower youth and celebrate individuality, hoping to build a braver, kinder world. Check out their site for ideas and support. And, enjoy the music!
 
posted Mar 1, 2012 by Susan W. Category: GetInvolved