EncycloZine and Kid's Computing Fun with the Rays!


Hi all... This article features two great educational web sites, EncycloZine and Kid's Computing Fun with the Rays.

EncycloZine: http://encylcozine.com/

EncycloZine is a hybrid portal / concise encyclopedia, with fun interactivities for learning and exercising the mind. Daily articles introduce new topics in the arts, humanities, science, and technology, and links for further study. It is also a place to have fun with puzzles, games, quizzes, and discussion forums. This is an ideal site for students and inquiring minds to start their quest for knowledge on the Internet. Check this site out now and let EncycloZine expand your universe!

Kid's Computing Fun with the Rays: http://www.raysoncomputing.com/kidscompu...

"Kids' Computing Fun with the Rays" is a weekly newspaper column that presents computing projects designed just for kids. Each week the site is updated with a recently published column that includes:

  • An introduction that makes projects relevant to kids' needs and interests.
  • An age recommendation, which indicates the general level of project difficulty.
  • A list of computing resources needed.
  • A list of prerequisite skills. Of course, kids can always complete these projects with the help of a knowledgeable adult -- great family fun!
  • Easy to follow step-by-step instructions that lead kids through the project, give them ideas, and provide helpful tips.
  • A list of Web sites that are related to the project or skill presented (most columns, depending on the availability of useful sites).
  • An invitation for kids to show off their work on the Web site.

    You'll find current computing projects at these specific pages:

    The All-About-You-Newsletter (http://www.raysoncomputing.com/kidscompu... Dear Ol' Dad Coupons (http://www.raysoncomputing.com/kidscompu... Summer Job Flyer http://raysoncomputing.com/kidscomputing... The Babysitting Resume (http://www.raysoncomputing.com/kidscompu... The Fotocube Screensaver (http://www.raysoncomputing.com/kidscompu...

    'til next time :) - GE

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