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	4 Girls Health Health Information for Girls! http://www.4girls.gov Sponsored by the National Women's Health Information Center girls can find information on topics ranging from fitness, nutrition, to safety and relationships. And lets not forget the free stuff!!
	A to Z Home's Cool Homeschooling http://www.gomilpitas.com/homeschooling/ Provides information, resources, support groups, and laws about home schooling.
	Association of Independent Maryland Schools http://www.aimsmd.org/ The AIMS official Web Site contains resources for families, teachers, and administrators including a school locator for Maryland and D.C.
	Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) http://www.artbma.org/ "The BMA offers a rich array of exhibitions, family programs, and creative interpretive materials that make the Museum experience both substantive and fun." Explore the Cone Collection with the free family guide, Matisse for Kids.
	Baltimore's Child http://www.baltimoreschild.com/home/index.cfm Baltimore's premier journal for families. Includes articles, resources, events and directories.
	Bizarre Stuff You Can Make In Your Kitchen http://bizarrelabs.com/ Tricks, gimmicks centered around semi-scientific experimentation...uses things around the house.
	Children's Medical Center of Dayton http://www.childrensdayton.org/index.html Tips from the Children's Medical Center of Dayton.
	Counties of the Lower Eastern Shore - a Pathfinder to the Assignment http://www.supportlibrary.com/nl/users/harford/mweb/path11-18.html A Pathfinder to the Counties Assignment for Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester County.
	Counties of Upper Eastern Shore http://www.supportlibrary.com/nl/users/harford/mweb/path13-20.html A Pathfinder to the Counties Assignment for Caroline, Cecil, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot County.
	Counties of Western Maryland http://www.supportlibrary.com/nl/users/harford/mweb/path14-16.html A Pathfinder to the Counties Assignment for Alleghany, Garrett, and Washington County.
	Crayola Kids http://www.crayola.com/kids A Fun site for kids to explore: includes games, creative exercises, create & send a card, activity book, and more. Click on the home page to find activities for parents to do with their kids.
	Disney Online: Where the Magic Comes to You http://www.disney.com/ Interactive fun & games, Disney World information, travel, movies, music, and anything else that's Disney related; you'll find it here.
	Dole 5 A Day: Nutrition, Fruits & Vegetables http://www.dole5aday.com/ "This program is recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world as a leader in children's nutrition education and the 5 A Day for Better Health Program."
	Energy Quest http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/index.html This award winning energy education site was created by the California Energy Commission. Interactive & fun, it provides information, acitiviities, links, and more. There is also a teacher & parent section.
	Environmental Explorers Club: You and Your Environment http://www.epa.gov/kids/you.htm Lots of environmental issues covered like global warming, recycling, plants and animals, plus much more.
	FamilyEducation.com. Winter Sports Safety http://www.familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,67-385,00.html Links to information for Kids and Teens on a variety of subjects, including activities, home and school, ADHD.
	Figure This: Math Challenges for Families http://www.figurethis.org/ Math Challenges for families to do together at home. Site includes some homework help too. Site was launched by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Department of Education
	FirstGov for Kids http://www.kids.gov/ Government information for Kids, but lots of other topics indexed with links to good web sites.
	Fort McHenry: National Monument and Historic Shrine http://www.nps.gov/fomc/ Fort McHenry is Baltimore's famous birthplace of the United States' national anthem. See special events.
	Franklin Institute Online http://www.fi.edu/learn/index.php This site contains online science content, resources and professional development information for educators, and more.
	FunBrain.com http://www.funbrain.com/ Educational games that are really fun to do. Sections for parents & teachers too.
	Funology.com http://www.funology.com/ Just plain fun things to do, games to play, places to go.
	GetNetWise: About Kids' Safety http://www.kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide Guidelines to Surfing the Internet. Links to other safety sites for 2yrs to 17 yrs.
	Girls on the Edge http://www.geocities.com/JoyB88/ This is a bibliography and book list of titles about strengthening teen girls in the face of difficult circumtances. All titles are annotated. Recommended by YALSA (American Library Assocation's Teen Division).
	Harford County Kids Magazine http://www.harfordcountykids.com From a local events calendar to useful articles about parenting and places to go, this magazine is well known throughout the county. Now, it's online.
	Harford County Public Schools http://www.hcps.org Links to all public schools, Board of Education, updates, and more.
	Harford County, Love It! http://www.harfordmd.com/ Links and/or information on a variety of tourist, travel, and recreational sites and activities in Harford County, Maryland.
	Institute for Adoption Information http://www.adoptioninformationinstitute.org/ Formerly known as "Celebrate Adoption," this agency's goal is to "enhance the understanding of adoption and to advocate for balanced, accurate coverage of adoption in news and entertainment media."
	Kids In Mind http://www.kids-in-mind.com/ This is an excellent resource for parents who would like detailed ratings information about the movies they select for their children to watch. Movies are rated in terms of the amount of violence, sex and nudity, and profanity they contain.
	Lancaster County: The Heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country http://www.padutchcountry.com/ Take a day trip out of state and visit the land of the Pennsylvania Dutch and the Amish. Website includes an events calendar as well as sites to see.
	March of Dimes. Flu and Your Baby. http://www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/298_9544.asp This March of Dimes website also has Links to other childhood illnesses.
	March of Dimes: Saving Babies Together http://www.modimes.org/ Information on pregnancy, babies and infants and related health issues.
	Maryland Committee for Children http://mdchildcare.org/mdcfc/mcc.html Information on child care training programs, locating day care in your area, information about early childhood education, and more.
	Maryland Kids in Safety Seats http://www.fha.state.md.us/ohpetup/kiss/ Shows the proper and safest way of putting your kids in safety seats, with illustrations. Also has updated Seatbelt laws.
	Maryland Science Center http://www.mdsci.org/ "The mission of the MSC is to stimulate and cultivate awareness, interest, and understanding of science for all" See calendar of educational programs and exhibits.
	Maryland State Department of Education http://www.msde.state.md.us/ This site provides access to the Maryland School Performance Reports, as well as other reports and information about special programs and initiatives. Site includes school calendars as well as parent, student & teacher links.
	Math Archives, Topics in Mathematics http://archives.math.utk.edu/topics/ Extensive list of math topics (History of Math, Probability, etc.) for all ages with corresponding links. Searchable. Also, provides icons to easily identify sites suitable to a grade range.
	My DNR: The Fun Place for Cool Maryland Kids http://www.dnr.state.md.us/mydnr/ Kids' site developed by the Department of Natural Resources to highlight wildlife and nature in Maryland. Some fun activities for kids too.
	National Institute of Mental Health/ADHD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/adhd.cfm Comprehensive look at ADHD. How to identify, understand and treat this condition.
	National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) http://www.nmai.si.edu NMAI is the only national museum dedicated to the Native peoples of North, South, and Central America." A new branch will open on the National Mall in Washington DC, as the sixteeth museum of the Smithsonian Institution as of September 21, 2004.
	National Parenting Center http://www.tnpc.com/ Comprehensive, responsible guidance from one of the world's most renowned child rearing authorities. Includes product recalls, recommended toys, craft ideas, general articles, and online chat.
	National Park Service http://nps.gov/parks.html See all the National Parks in United States with camping information, events, and more.
	National Wildlife Federation http://www.nwf.org/ "The National Wildlife Federation is the nation's largest member-supported conservation group, uniting individuals, organizations, businesses and government to protect wildlife, wild places, and the environment."
	NetSafe Kids http://www.nap.edu/netsafekids/ "In 2002, the National Research Council of the National Academies released Youth, Pornography, and the Internet, a report on protecting children and teens from sexually explicit material and threats from sexual predators operating online. NetSafeKids is based on the important findings of this report. It provides practical information and tips on types and sources of sexually explicit content, ways that inappropriate material can reach children and teens, the threat of cyberstalking, the pros and cons of filtering and monitoring tools, and other issues involving Internet safety."
	NIDA http://www.drugabuse.gov The National Institute on Drug Abuse's mission is to "lead the nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction."
	NIDA for Teens http://www.teens.drugabuse.gov The National Institute on Drug Abuse's mission is to lead the nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction. This website provides information for youth, parents, teachers and health professionals on drugs and drug abuse.
	Nonpublic Schools Approved By The Maryland State Board Of Education http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/nonpublicschools/npschools/ This is the official listing of nonpublic schools that hold a Certificate of Approval from the Maryland State Board of Education
	Online Safety Guide http://kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/ Sponsored by Get Net Wise, this site is a collection of safety tips for kids, teens and families, with safety tip ideas broken down by age level.
	Parenthood.com Helping Families Grow. Helping Kids learn to swim safely http://www.parenthood.com/articles.html?article_id=4223 Not all children think learning to swim is a fun and exciting rite of passage. Help kids overcome water worries with 7 strategies guaranteed to get them swimming.
	ParentsPlace.com http://parentsplace.com/ This parenting site is actually part of Ivillage which is a larger site designed particularly for women's issues of all kinds.
	PBS Zoom Reviews http://pbskids.org/zoom/reviews/ Here's the latest in books, TV shows, music, and movies (in theaters or on video). Share your feedback by voting on ones you've seen, heard, or read.
	Play it Cyber Safe http://www.playitcybersafe.com/ "The goal of this Web site is to empower children, parents and teachers to prevent cyber crime through knowledge of the law, their rights and how to avoid misuse of the Internet." Sponsored by Business Software Alliance, dedicated to "promoting a safe digital world."
	Port Discovery: The Kid-Powered Museum http://www.portdiscovery.org Port Discovery, the kid-powered museum in Baltimore, educates children and ignites their imaginations in an environment that encourages exploration, discovery and learning through interactive play.
	Preventdisease.com http://preventdisease.com/news/articles/obesity_rising_toddlers.shtml Aiming Towards Better Health. Obesity on the Rise among Infants and Toddlers.
	PrimaryGames.com http://primarygames.com Educational games for elementary students. Games are updated often, so keep checking back. This site is part of the School Sites Network and was created by a teacher/technology specialist from Alexandria, Virginia.
	Reading Rainbow http://pbskids.org/readingrainbow/ It's all about reading and fun! Just like the TV show, this site has booklists, contests, and more.
	Reading Rockets: Launching Young Readers http://www.readingrockets.org/ "Information about teaching kids to read and helping those who struggle." This site is a companion site to the PBS series called Reading Rockets.
	SafeKids.com http://www.safekids.com/ "Tips, advice and suggestions to make your family's online experience fun and productive." Site includes guidelines for parents, kids' rules for online safety, and more.
	Sesame Street Central http://www.sesamestreet.com/sesamestreet/ "Take your child on a fun-filled learning adventure!" You may view Sesame Playlists - a collection of games and videos that are carefully selected to provide your child with "just the right mix of entertainment and education" - or create a personalized Sesame Street web page for your child. This is a site for parent-child interraction and also includes a section of parenting tips.
	Sparky the Fire Dog http://www.sparky.org/ Explores the world of fire safety. Fun games and activities for children. See the fire truck gallery.
	SuperKids Educational Software Review http://www.superkids.com/ SuperKids is a website for parents and teachers who want the best in education for their children. SuperKids provides: reviews and ratings of educational software, practical and fun tools for online and offline use, news about important educational issues, and views of visionaries and policymakers.
	ToySafety.net http://www.toysafety.net/ A project of the National Association of State Public Interest Research Groups (PIRGs). Do you know how safe your child's toys are?
	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission http://www.cpsc.gov/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is an independent Federal regulatory agency, which helps keep American families safe by reducing the risk of injury or death from consumer products.
	US Consumer Product Safety Commission http://www.cpsc.gov/index.html Recalls and Product Safety News. Help keep your family safe by checking product recalls and safety news from CPSC. Product safety standards. Includes toys and what to look for in choosing toys.
	Virginia is for Lovers http://virginia.org/home.asp?try=yes This Virginia tourism site is filled with information about the states attractions, getaway ideas, and special events. It also includes package deals and travel guides.
	Visit Delaware http://www.visitdelaware.com/ Tourism site for Delaware with "getaway packages," kids corner, events calendar, and more.
	Walters Art Museum http://www.thewalters.org/ "The Walters Art Museum is internationally renowned for its collection, which was amassed substantially by two men, William and Henry Walters. The collection presents an overview of world art from pre-dynastic Egypt to 20th-century Europe, and counts among its many treasures Greek sculpture and Roman sarcophagi; medieval ivories and Old Master paintings; Art Deco jewelry and 19th-century masterpieces."
	Washington D.C. Tourism http://www.washington.org/ Use this website as a tool to plan a visit to our nation's Capitol. Find information on what's new, how to get around, and upcoming events.
	West Virginia: Wild and Wonderful http://www.wvtourism.com/ Travel to nearby West Virginia, lots of family fun from skiing and hiking to culture and history, and much more.
	Working Mom's Refuge http://www.momsrefuge.com/ This site supports working mothers with child-rearing tips, health information, recipes, and a place to communicate with other mothers.
	Young Women's Health http://www.youngwomenshealth.org This site contains materials that are all written by medical staff at the Center for Young Women's Health. It includes information on many health topics, information in Spanish, as well as a section specifically for parents.
	Your Gross and Cool Body http://yucky.kids.discovery.com/flash/body/ What makes the human body work? Check out poop, zits, sweat, gas, and more! Created by Discovery.com.