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B4UBuild.com
http://www.B4ubuild.com/

This site includes resources for "anyone involved with residential construction," including a comprehensive web directory to related links, tips on the building process, and sample house plans.

Babe Ruth League
http://www.baberuthleague.org/

Official site of the premier amateur baseball/softball program in the world. "It is our fundamental belief that every child with a desire to play baseball or softball be afforded that opportunity."

BABEL: A Glossary of Computer Oriented Abbreviations and Acronyms
http://www.geocities.com/ikind_babel/babel/babel.html

"First compiled when I became frustrated while reading magazine articles, help wanted ads and equipment for sale brochures....all pertaining to computers....where the following Abbreviations and Acronyms were used and their meanings were either not known to me or were not immediately available. They apply to personal computers, multimedia, communications, programming, networking, etc......you name it."

Baby Name Box
http://www.babynamebox.com/

A comprehensive database of baby names and meanings from all over the world. Includes articles about preconception, pregnancy, and parenting. In addition, it includes a blog and a forum for pregnancy and parenting tips.

The Baby Name Wizard: NameVoyager
http://babynamewizard.com/namevoyager/lnv0105.html

Interactive graphs of baby name popularity from 1880 to present, based on data from the Social Security Administration.

BabyCentre: Caffeine and Fertility
http://www.babycentre.co.uk/refcap/4489.html

This site gives information about how caffeine affects fertility and lists the caffeine content of various food items.

Back of the Box Brand Name Recipes
http://www.backofthebox.com/

Back of the Box provides recipes found on the back of brand name food packages, ones that use brand name foods as ingredients, or ones created by brand name food companies.

Back to College
http://www.back2college.com/

"Back to College offers a directory of resources and interactive community specifically designed to help manage" the challenges of going back to college as an adult.

Backgammon Galore!
http://www.bkgm.com/

This site is devoted to the fascinating game of backgammon. Included are the complete rules of backgammon, a glossary of backgammon terms, a collection of the best articles from the backgammon newsgroup, a list of sites where you can play online, a directory of backgammon software, annotated matches, and a fun Java game to play against.

Backpacker Magazine
http://www.backpacker.com/

Resource on outdoor recreation and wilderness travel. Includes guides to destinations, gear, survival, basic skills information and a national park guide.

Backpackers Guide to the Internet
http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/6241/backpackers_guide.htm

Backpackers and budget travelers will find many links to helpful information such as what to pack, where to find your equipment , travel guides, backpackers online bulletin boards (and how to get online once you've left home), and more.

The Backrubs FAQ
http://www.kjartan.org/backrubfaq/

The six sections of this FAQ are divided into administrivia and acknowledgements, general questions, basics of massage, novice questions, professional massage, and other sources of information. It includes definitions of different types of massage and bodywork.

Bad Cinema Diary
http://www.cathuria.com/bcd/

"Bad Cinema Diary is an illustrated video guide to over 800 B-movies, independents, and micro-budget films from all genres & eras. We've got horror, sci-fi, classic "B" films, trashy exploitation, and ... the downright unexplainable." Movie reviews arranged alphabetically, and include original posters. 8 to 12 new entries added per month. Some articles on special bad movie genres: "Jekylls & Hydes", "Tarzan", "Beach Parties", etc.

Bad Fads
http://www.badfads.com/

This site describes popular fads of the past and present in fashion, collectibles, activities, and events.

Baghdad Burning
http://riverbendblog.blogspot.com/

First-person account from a 26-year-old girl (our guess since her blog started at 8/1/2003 and she said in her first post that she was 24) living in Baghdad who talks about war, politics, and occupation. An eye-opening and informative read from an Iraqi perspective on the American occupation and the war.

Bahá'í Academics Resource Library
http://www.bahai-library.com/

A collection of primary and secondary source materials on the Baha'i Faith, intended primarily for those who want to make an academic study of the religion.

The Bahá'í Page at Sunsite
http://www.ibiblio.org/towfiq/Bahai/

Simple and detailed keyword searches of Bahá'í writings by the Báb, Bahá'u'lláh, 'Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, the Universal House of Justice, and others can be performed using the True Seeker Home Page. Statements made by national and world governing bodies of the Bahái'ís are also included.

Baha'i World
http://www.bahai.org/

"The Baha'i World Web site represents the official presence of the Baha'i Faith on the Web. The site offers a wealth of information about the 153 year old religion, its teachings and the activities of its followers. Researchers will find a detailed introduction to the central figures and institutions of the Baha'i Faith, an overview of basic Baha'i beliefs and practices, articles highlighting aspects of Baha'i community life and the perspectives of individual believers, and a repository of Baha'i International Community documents that address the subjects of human rights, the status of women, social and economic development, environmental preservation, and global peace."

The Bahamas -- Tourist Guide
http://www.geographia.com/bahamas/main.html

Online tourist guide to the islands of the Bahamas.

Bahasa Indonesia in 7 Days
http://www.seasite.niu.edu/indonesian/percakapan/indonesia7d...

If you're only going to need Indonesian for a short period of time, this is the site for you! Learn quick building-blocks of speech that will cut down your need for phrase books and still be easy to learn in a few days.

Bala Shark Bay Aquarium Resource
http://www.bbayaquariums.com/

Check out this site which calls itself "an online aquarium fish community" for all you need to know about working with an aquarium - fish types, healthy fish, setting up your first aquarium, breeding fish. Bala Shark Bay also offers a forum and blog to connect aquarists.

Bali and Indonesia on the Net
http://www.indo.com/indonesia/index.html

This site provides general information and commercial travel information about Indonesia.

Balkh (Bactria)
http://ancienthistory.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/...

A history of Paktra/Bactria from its earliest historical mention until its conquest by the Kushans. English is obviously not the writer's first language, but his style is very readable.

Balloon HQ
http://www.balloonhq.com/

A resource for balloon sculpturers and decorators. Includes a photo archive, how-to information, and an archive of the balloon sculpting mailing list. "Also included is information on the manufacture of balloons, health effects of balloons, and environmental issues related to ballooning."

Ballparks of Baseball
http://www.ballparksofbaseball.com/

A comprehensive site with pages for Major and Minor League stadiums, as well as past and future stadiums, as well as directions and links to purchase tickets.

BBC News Country Profile: Bangladesh
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/country_profiles...

Information about Bangladesh, along with related news reports, a chronology of key events, leaders and media provided by the BBC News.

Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics
http://www.bbsgov.org/

This is the official site of Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics. It provides statistical information including population census, analytical report, and development planning, literacy and disability maps.

Bangladesh Development Gateway Foundation Tourism
http://www.bangladeshgateway.org/visitbd.php

Information on travel requirements, tours, and historical sites for travelers. Includes resource directories of transportation, accommodation, dining, and foreign missions.

Bangladesh: Country Study
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/bdtoc.html

A detailed profile of Bangladesh including its history from ancient times to the present, geography, languages, religions, economy, social systems, industries, agriculture, and more.

The Bank for International Settlements
http://www.bis.org/

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organization that serves as a bank for central banks. It contains many original resources including economic and monetary statistics and research papers and "forum to promote discussion and policy analysis among central banks and within the international financial community."

Bank Rate Monitor
http://www.bankrate.com/brm/default.asp

"Business news and consumer rates on savings, mortgages, auto loans, home equity loans, credit cards, checking account, ATM, and online fees." Lists rate for banks and thrifts in major U.S. metropolitan areas.

Banking News from Topix.net
http://www.topix.net/business/banking

Continually updated feed of banking news that links to resources all over the Web. Also includes general current events and general business news.

Banned Books List - Dixie State College Library
http://library.dixie.edu/new/bannedlist.html

Browse a list of banned books complied by Librarians at the Val A. Browning Memorial Library at the Dixie State College of Utah. Author, title, and call number are listed for each book. If the title of a book is hyperlinked, you can click on it for information about why it was banned. Note: Call numbers listed are for the Val A. Browning Memorial Library. These books may have different call numbers at your own library.

Banned Books Week
http://www.ala.org/ala/oif/bannedbooksweek/bannedbooksweek.c...

Banned Books Week is observed during the last week of September each year. The American Library Association's planning materials for this event are available on this site. Documents include frequently asked questions, a press kit for the event, and frequently visited pages about Banned Books Week. Many lists of banned books such as the Ten Most Frequently Challenged Books of 2006, Most Challenged Books of the 21st Century, etc. are also provided.

Banned Books Week: The Stories Behind the Bannings and Challenges
http://www.abffe.org/bbw-booklist-detailed.htm

Presents an alphabetical listing of books banned and challenged in the current year, including who challenged them and why. Provided by the American Booksellers for Free Expression.

Banned Books: Shakespeare Censored!
http://departments.oxy.edu/library/geninfo/collections/speci...

Learn about "past and current attempts to censor William Shakespeare's canon of work" in this online exhibit created by librarians at Occidental College in honor of Banned Books Week. Special attention is paid to The Merchant of Venice and Thomas Bowdler, who published censored versions of Shakespeare's works considered "more appropriate for women and children."

Barkley's Comprehensive Financial Glossary
http://www.oasismanagement.com/glossary/index.html

Definitions of terms from the worlds of finance, investments, and risk management.

Barkley's OASIS? Comprehensive Technology Glossary and Dictionary
http://www.oasismanagement.com/TECHNOLOGY/GLOSSARY/index.htm...

A glossary of computer-related acronyms and definitions. Easy to understand definitions of basic terms.

Barnes & Noble.com - Meet the Writers
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/writers/writers2_cds2.asp?PID=...

This site includes author biographies for all writers previously featured on this page, links to their books on the Barnes and Noble web site, book recommendations by the authors, and lists of winners for the National Book Award for fiction and nonfication and for the Barnes & Noble's Discover Great New Writers Awards.

Bartlett's Familiar Quotations
http://www.bartleby.com/100/

Online version of the 1901 edition of Bartlett's Familiar Quotations. You can browse by author (chronologically or alphabetically) or search by keyword.

Ben Barton - British Poet
http://www.benbarton.co.uk/

This is the official homepage of British Poet Ben Barton, "containing background information, an archive of work and a resources section - which will take you to interviews, films, reviews and publications."

Baseball Almanac
http://www.baseball-almanac.com/

A site dedicated to the preservation and presentation of all kinds of baseball statistics, from the stadiums it is played in to the people who played it, and everything in between. Has more than 110,000 pages.

Baseball Almanac
http://baseball-almanac.com/

An interactive online encyclopedia, which bills itself "The ‘Official’ Baseball History Site. The content is both deep and well organized.

The Baseball Archive
http://www.baseball1.com/

Comprehensive baseball site includes a searchable player encyclopedia, lots of statistics, essays, and a minor league player database.

Baseball Box Scores
http://www.baseball-boxscores.com/

Baseball Almanac provides nearly 200 box scores for significant achievements in selected categories, as well as opportunity to request the box score of any game.

Baseball Canada
http://www.baseball.ca/

The national governing body for baseball in Canada, Baseball Canada is committed to furthering Canadian baseball development at both the national and international levels.

Baseball Cards 1887-1914
http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/bbhtml/bbhome.html

The Library of Congress presents 2,100 baseball cards from the game's earliest period. The cards show figures such as Ty Cobb stealing third base and Cy Young posing formally.

Baseball Cube
http://www.sports-wired.com/default2.asp

An interactive encyclopedia with statistics, player profiles, minor league and college statistics, draft information and more.

Baseball Economics 101
http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.cfm?lesson=EM75

National Council on Economic Education lesson, from May 2000, explains why baseball players are not overpaid.

Baseball Excellence
http://www.baseball-excellence.com/

Free discussion forums, instruction articles, and tip-of-the-week make this advertisement for Baseball Excellence magazine worthwhile.

Baseball Front Page--USA Today
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/baseball/default.htm

Online version of USAToday’s magazine provides up-to-date coverage and commentary for the major leagues.

Baseball Index
http://www.baseballindex.org/

A catalog to baseball literature. Most of the database consists of article citations, with good coverage of important publications such as Baseball Digest, Baseball Magazine, Inside Sport, International Baseball Rundown, Spirit of the Times, Sport, Sporting News, Sports Illustrated, USA Today, and Baseball Weekly.

Baseball Library
http://www.baseballlibrary.com/baseballlibrary

"The Stories Behind the Stats": a baseball history site with player profiles, a ‘this date’ search, chronology of the game’s development and a bookshelf featuring the best in baseball writing, with links to purchase.

The Baseball Online Library
http://www.baseballlibrary.com/baseballlibrary/

The Baseball Online Library includes over 7,000 player biographies (most of which include a bibliography for further reading) and a day-by-day account of baseball history, as well as trivia questions and answers, book excerpts, and news and feature articles.

Baseball-reference.com
http://www.baseball-reference.com/

Comprehensive site on baseball history offers statistics on every player in major league history.

Baseball Salaries Database
http://content.usatoday.com/sports/baseball/salaries/default...

Salaries for individual Major League Baseball players, as well as total salaries by team, from 1988 to the current season. Based upon opening day rosters.

Baseball Scorecard
http://www.baseballscorecard.com/

A "Keeping Score" tutorial, a glossary, a discussion area. Be sure to check out the discussion area, and a download area where you can get a calculator program and printable scorecards.

Baseball Think Factory
http://www.baseballthinkfactory.org/

BTF provides original analysis and commentary to educate those beginning the journey to baseball enlightenment, as well as aggregating some of the best material otherwise available on the web.

Baseball Trading Cards - Deutsches Forum
http://www.baseballcards.de/

German language baseball card forum including player checklists, collecting dictionary, news and information on German conventions.

Based on the Book
http://www.mcpl.lib.mo.us/readers/movies/

'Based on the Book' is a compilation of over 1,000 book titles, short stories, and plays that have been made into motion pictures. Utilizing the Internet Movie Database as the authority on release dates, all movies in this collection have been released since 1980.

A Basic American Sign Language Dictionary
http://www.masterstech-home.com/ASLDict.html

A partial dictionary giving signing instructions for commonly used American Sign Language terms.Includes a page of A to Z terms that offer a written description for that term along with a link to a QuickTime video modeling the sign. Additionally, the site includes the signs for the alphabet and numbers from 1-10.

Basic English-Maltese Dictionary
http://aboutmalta.com/language/engmal.htm

This source, compiled by Grazio Falzon, is a non-searchable translation dictionary. It begins with a pronunciation guide, some explanation of definition abbreviations, and is then followed by the dictionary. You can jump to a particular letter of the alphabet and then scroll to find the English word you are looking for. A Maltese translation will be provided.

Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany
http://www.jura.uni-saarland.de/BIJUS/grundgesetz/

The constitution of Germany, as of July 22, 1998. An earlier Basic Patents.com: Learn About Intellectual Property
http://www.basicpatents.com/learnaip.htm

This site is intended to give you a basic understanding of patents and other forms of intellectual property including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. It discusses how to obtain a patent, how to search the United States Patent and Trademark Office to determine whether your invention is patentable, and how to file a patent application.

Basic Spanish Words with Pronunciation
http://members.aol.com/alvareze/spanish/frame.html

Learn a few Spanish words!

Basketball Stats Spots
http://www.tsoft.com/~deano/stats.html

Annotated guide to Internet sites with basketball-related statistics.

Basketry Information
http://www.beebes.net/basket/

A collection of basketry information - including magazines & newsletters, sources of materials, Associations & Guilds, conventions & meetings, exhibits, collections, and related web links.

Batanga: Latin Music Internet Radio
http://www.batanga.com/en/

A source for a wide variety of Latin music genres ranging from popular to Norteño/Banda/Corridos, to Cubanísimo. Contents include interviews, reviews, videoclips, and links to radio broadcasts. Available in both English and Spanish.

Batspeed Baseball Hitting Forum
http://www.batspeed.com/

With research into the swing, a mechanics slideshow, and discussion boards, a site dedicated to improving hitting by increasing bat speed.

Battle of Hastings 1066
http://www.battle1066.com/

Detailed treatment of the Battle of Hastings. Includes information about the major figures and armies, events leading up to the battle and its aftermath, interactive timelines, a photographic tour, a glossary, and bibliography.

The Battle of Verdun
http://www.war1418.com/battleverdun/

A summary of one of the worst battles of World War I. Contains casualty figures, eye witness accounts, sound files, strategy, historical backdrop, maps, literature and links. Site features a good multi-media slideshow of the battle.

Battlefield: Vietnam
http://www.pbs.org/battlefieldvietnam/history/

A brief history of the American and French war in Vietnam.

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
http://www.bazelon.org/

This organization provides "Legal advocacy for the civil rights and human dignity of people with mental disability." This comprehensive site provides updates on legislative issues, information about fair housing, the Americans with Disabilities Act, mental health care, aging and children's issues, and links to related sites.

BBC - Crime - Case Closed
http://web.archive.org/web/20060315222116/http://www.bbc.co....

Gathers profiles of infamous crimes and criminals and shows how forensic science helped to solve the crimes. Some of the criminals profiled include Jeffrey Dalmer, John Wayne Gacy, Charles Manson, and Son of Sam. Cases from the past include the Great Train Robbery, Watergate, and the Millennium Dome Heist.

BBC - History - Vikings
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/vikings/

Check out artifacts from the British Museum, learn about Viking religion, and spend a day on a Viking farm.

BBC America's British American Dictionary
http://www.bbcamerica.com/britain/dictionary.jsp

With this dictionary, produced by BBC American, you can search for the British translation of an American word, or the American translation of a British word. Or, you can browse the British-American dictionary by category and region. Categories include alcohol, automobiles, clothing, food, illness, etc. And regions include England, Scotland, Ireland, Whales, and the British Isles.

BBC News
http://news.bbc.co.uk/

The news arm of the BBC. The site is updated daily and includes the following sections: World, UK, UK Politics, Education, Health, Business, Sci/Tech, Sport, and Entertainment. News is available in several languages and in audio and video.

BBC News: Education
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/default.stm

The BBC covers education news in the United Kingdom.

BCK2SKOL Lessons
http://www.sc.edu/bck2skol/fall/fall.html

Online classes (including exams) for the librarian with little or no experience using the Internet--a great place to get started.

Be a Better Hitter
http://www.beabetterhitter.com/

Provides solid online instruction, including video footage, in fundamentals, bat speed, hitting approach, and a coaches' forum.

Be Car Care Aware
http://www.carcare.org/

Provides extensive information on basic vehicle maintenance for car owners, encouraging them to take an active role in the care and maintenance of their vehicles to avoid more expensive repairs and problems in the future. In English and Spanish.

Be Constructive
http://www.beconstructive.com/

"Provides information and resources to homeowners and professionals about the benefits of using wood as a building material."

Beacon for Freedom of Expression
http://www.beaconforfreedom.org/

This Norweigan web site offers two searchable databases: "Censored books and publications and illegal publications" and "Publications on censorship and freedom of expression." Both databases can be searched by criteria including author, title, year of publication, and type of censorship.

Beagles on the Web
http://www.beagles-on-the-web.com/

"Dedicated to the merry little hound who loves to sniff, snack, and snooze," Beagles on the Web is well-designed and full of useful information. This site's best feature is the section on adoption, helping connect families who want a beagle with dogs who need homes.

Bear Flag Museum
http://www.bearflagmuseum.org/

All you ever wanted to know about California's state flag and the "Bear Flag Revolt." Check out historic documents, a bear flag chronology, laws about the bear flag and suggested reading.

Beat Bulimia
http://www.healthyplace.com/Communities/Eating_Disorders/bea...

Learn about "the causes of bulimia, what you need to do to recover from bulimia, and how your family and friends can help."

Beat of India
http://www.beatofindia.com/index.html

A collection of folk music resources including information about and examples of wedding and childbirth songs. Other features consist of artist biographies and a calendar of events.

Beautiful Birds
http://rmc.library.cornell.edu/ornithology/

"'Beautiful Birds' traces the development of ornithological illustration in the 18th and 19th centuries and highlights the changing techniques - from metal and wood engraving to chromolithography - during that period. The exhibition includes books from Cornell Library's Hill Ornithology Collection and art works on loan from the personal collection of benefactors Kenneth E. and Dorothy V. Hill." The site features an online exhibit and timeline, along with biographies of the artists. A bibliography and a guide to Cornell's ornithological collections are also included.

BeeHoo
http://www.beehoo.com/

Browsable subject directory for Websites about bees and beekeeping.

Beginner Level Japanese Course Home Page
http://home.threeweb.ad.jp/english/jpncntrl/bgnr_hp.html

"Completely interactive and comprehensive Japanese language study program on the internet. It includes reading, writing, speaking and listening. We have designed our lessons to include a selection of multiple sensory study aids so that you can use the tools which fit your particular study needs."

Beginner's Guide to Family History Research
http://www.arkansasresearch.com/guide.html

"If you can't even spell the word g-e-n-e-a-l-o-g-y, this is the place for you to start. Everyone has ancestors, and if you're wondering who yours are, it's time to get involved in family history and genealogy research." This resource is divided into 13 short chapters that will take a beginner through the basics of genealogy research. There's a glossary of terms and a list of other genealogy resources.

A Beginner's Guide to Irish Gaelic Pronunciation
http://www.standingstones.com/gaelpron.html

This is a basic introduction to pronouncing Gaelic, especially for those interested in Irish Music.

Beginners' Guide to Mutual Funds
http://www.ipl.org/div/pf/entry/48508

This IPL pathfinder is designed to assist the beginning investor in understanding and choosing mutual funds. Mutual fund investing can be a confusing and difficult process. Listed here are print and Internet resources.

Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS)
http://www.cdc.gov/brfss/

According to the BRFSS, "The BRFSS, the world?s largest telephone survey, tracks health risks in the United States. Information from the survey is used to improve the health of the American people." The surveys track behavioral patterns that have negative health consequences.

Behind the Mask: The IRA and Sinn Fein
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/ira/

This is the companion website to the PBS Frontline documentary of the same name, offering an account of the history of the Irish Republican Army and its struggle against British rule in Northern Ireland. It includes interviews with people from both sides of the conflict, a chronology of the IRA, and readings and special reports about the Northern Irish "Troubles".

BeliefNet
http://www.beliefnet.com/

BeliefNet is "a multi-faith e-community designed to help you meet your own religious and spiritual needs -- in an interesting, captivating and engaging way. We try to achieve our mission by providing information and inspiration. Our site has an extraordinary collection of experts and scholars. We give you spiritual tools such as prayer circles kits to help you celebrate births, weddings, and other life milestones, as well as commemorate deaths. You can help your church, house of worship or spiritual group online. Even our products and services are selected to aid you with your spiritual search. Most important, we help you to learn from each other through a breathtaking array of discussions and dialogue groups."

Beliefnet chooses the best blogs about religion and spirituality -- Beliefnet.com
http://www.beliefnet.com/story/151/story_15149_1.html

Beliefnet's frequently updated, select list of spritual blogs, which is inclusive of many different religions. There is also a link to BlogHeaven, another part of Beliefnet where posts from the best blogs hosted by Beliefnet are collected.

Embassy of Belize in Washington, D.C.
http://www.embassyofbelize.org/

Website of the Embassy of Belize in the United States. Information on consular services, tourism, the environment and current news.

The Benton Foundation
http://www.benton.org/

The Benton Foundation seeks to utilize the public interest use of communications to bring about social benefits. Through its seven projects, the foundation attempts to shape the public interest in emerging communications environment in the public interest. The Foundation merges philanthropy, public policy and community action to use digital media to engage, equip and connect people to solve social problems. The emphasis at this site is on library, education, public media and communications issues.

Benton's Best Practices Toolkit
http://www.benton.org/publibrary/toolkits/stratcommtool.html

Benton's Best Practices Toolkit provides "tools to help nonprofits make effective use of communications and information technologies." This site has a comprehensive list of links to online resources that includes items about technology funding and basic Web information.

Bering Sea Climate and Ecosystem
http://www.beringclimate.noaa.gov/

This web site of the Bering Sea, one of the world's major fisheries, follows an explosion of interest in Northern Hemisphere climate study. Scientists here recognize a symmetric problem: climate change impacts ecosystems, and ecosystems serve as indicators for climate change. This site describes ecological and climatic indices for the Bering Sea which will serve as measures of climate and ecosystem status: weather, oceanographic and climate data, sea ice data, and fisheries and other biological data. This transitional website contains the main set of time series which will form the basis of a small set of Bering climate/ecosystem indices.

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
http://www.bampfa.berkeley.edu/

"The Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive includes works by such twentieth-century masters as Alexander Calder, Helen Frankenthaler, René Magritte, and Joan Miró- and also presents guest appearances by film luminaries such as Michelangelo Antonioni, Toshiro Mifune, Susan Sontag, and Wayne Wang. The gallery is dedicated to presenting the experimental, the rare and rarely seen, the unexpected and the controversial."

"BAM/PFA launched this website in Dec. 1994. Since then the site has grown into the central distribution point for most of BAM/PFA's Education Technology Projects. It went through a major re-design in May 1997 to take advantage of improving web technology and the addition of significant searchable resources, such as PFA Filmnotes and Online Collection Guides."

A Berkeley Compendium of Suggestions for Teaching with Excellence
http://teaching.berkeley.edu/compendium/

Tips on subjects such as course development and relating to students.

Berlecon Research
http://www.berlecon.de/en/index.html

This site analyzes the economic potential of new e-business technologies and their application by companies. It contains research assessments on the future of e-business and the development of the market.

The Bertrand Russell Gallery
http://www.humanities.mcmaster.ca/~bertrand/index.html

This site is rich in information about the personal and political life of Bertrand Russell, but offers little in the way of his writings. It serves as a fine introduction with many interesting photographs and several links to more scholarly sites.

beSpacific
http://www.bespacific.com/

From the site’s "about" web page: "beSpacific focuses on the expanding resources in the public and private sector related to law and technology news. Daily postings provide updates on issues including copyright, privacy, censorship, the Patriot Act, ID theft, and freedom of information…Sabrina I. Pacifici has been an active member of the online legal community for many years. She created the webzine LLRX.com in 1996 and is the site’s owner, editor, publisher and web manager. She created the journal PLL Perspectives in 1989, and served as its only editor and publisher until 1996. Sabrina has authored many articles on legal technology topics delivered numerous presentations at professional conferences nationwide, and has been a law firm librarian in Washington, DC for 25 years, the past 20 with a global 50 law firm. She is the web manager of the firm’s cyberlaw site and firmwide research intranet, authors in-house blogs, and provides research and practice technology services."

Best Buddies
http://www.bestbuddies.org/site/c.ljJ0J8MNIsE/b.1162355/k.BF...

Best Buddies is dedicated to providing opportunities for individuals and persons with mental retardation to become friends. Through their site, you can learn about programs in which you can participate, learn about fundraising, view some artwork used in fundraising campaigns, learn about Best Buddies as part of VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America), and learn facts about mental retardation. A list of places on the internet to find more information about mental retardation is also available.

The Best of Legends
http://www.bestoflegends.org/

A collection of resources--including commentary and criticism--on the net for various legends, such as Beowulf or Robin Hood. This archive preserves The Best of Legends - links to primary source material, scholarship, essays, and historical surveys - romance, adventure, and panache.

Best of the Web Directory
http://botw.org/

A high-quality website directory. "To rank among the Best of the Web, a site must adhere to the strict criteria of editors who ensure that it contains substantive unique content, navigates in a user-friendly manner, contains no broken links or pictures, is up and running 24/7, and conforms to universally accepted web standards"

Bestseller Lists 1900-1995
http://www.caderbooks.com/bestintro.html

"Publisher's Weekly's list of bestselling hardcover books" for the years 1900 to 1995. Lists the Top 10 fiction and non-fiction books for each year.

Bestsellers: Publishers Weekly Online Edition
http://www.publishersweekly.com/index.asp?layout=channel&cha...

Publishers Weekly presents their bestseller lists for hardbound and paperback books as well as other catagories. the lists are linked to descriptions of the books as well as specific information on the authors and publishers.

BET
http://www.bet.com/

Find out the latest on the Rap/Hip Hop scene.

Better Bone Health
http://www.betterbonehealth.com/

Health care information for patients with bone diseases, particularly bone metastases and multiple myeloma. Includes disease information, symptoms, treatment information, and links to other resources.

Better Business Bureau
http://www.bbb.org/

Web server for the better business bureau. "The Council of Better Business Bureaus is committed to promoting and fostering the highest ethical relationship between businesses and the public through voluntary self-regulation, consumer andbusiness education, and service excellence." You can read BBB alerts, file a complaint online, get in touch with your local BBB, and access many online consumer publications through the BBB Library.

Better Business Bureau Online: Understanding Privacy
http://www.bbbonline.org/UnderstandingPrivacy/

This site contains useful information about and explanations of privacy and privacy laws pertaining to the internet. There is also a glossary which defines terms common to internet privacy, and resources for businesses and consumers.

Better Homes and Gardens
http://www.bhg.com/

Contains articles from the magazine, but also many other resources such as the "How-to Encyclopedia," other DIY guides and articles, discussion forums, and a searchable index of the site.

Betting Info
http://www.betinf.com/index.htm

Easy and compact information making a smart bet. Includes data on all major leagues sports worldwide

Beyond Bookmarks: Schemes for Organizing the Web
http://www.iastate.edu/~CYBERSTACKS/CTW.htm

"Beyond Bookmarks: Schemes for Organizing the Web is a clearinghouse of World Wide Web sites that have applied or adopted standard classification schemes or controlled vocabularies to organize or provide enhanced access to Internet resources." Includes links to many English-language and a few Swedish-language sites.

Beyond Indigo
http://www.beyondindigo.com/

Beyond Indigo is an online community that provides support to people who are grieving. It has chat rooms, grief tools and support, information about funerals and financial help.

The Beyond Organic Show
http://www.beyondorganic.com/index.php

"The Beyond Organic radio show is an unique environmental radio and multimedia program, addressing issues of organic food and farming, social and environmental sustainability…" with news, interviews and research.

Beyond the Job
http://www.beyondthejob.org/

Two reference librarians/professors in library and information science provides tip, news, and notices for and regarding library jobs. These two bloggers also maintain other sites that provide listings of library jobs.

Beyond the MLA Handbook: Documenting Electronic Sources on the Internet
http://english.ttu.edu/kairos/1.2/inbox/mla.html

Could you use a reliable resource that would give you an example of how to cite an email, or a page indirectly cited, using proper MLA formatting? This would be a great website for you to utilize, since it provides examples of how to do that.

Beyond Vegetarianism
http://www.beyondveg.com/

"Reports from veterans of vegetarian and raw-food diets, veganism, fruitarianism, and instinctive eating, plus new science from paleolithic diet research and clinical nutrition."

BBC News Country Profile: Bhutan
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/country_profiles...

Information about Bhutan, along with related news reports, a chronology of key events, leaders and media provided by the BBC News.

Bhutan: Country Studies
http://memory.loc.gov/frd/cs/bttoc.html

A detailed profile of Bhutan including its history from ancient times to the present, geography, languages, religions, economy, social systems, industries, agriculture, and more.

Bhutan: Country Study
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/bttoc.html

A detailed profile of Bhutan including its history from ancient times to the present, geography, languages, religions, economy, social systems, industries, agriculture, and more.

The Bible Gateway Searchable Online Bible
http://www.biblegateway.com/

Read scripture online and search for specific passages using keywords or the topical index. Available in twelve languages, the English language site allows for search and comparison of 10 different versions and translations of the Bible.

Bible Presbyterian Church
http://www.bpc.org/

Details on the beliefs of the Bible Presbyterian Church with a reading room with articles, sermons, books, and children's stories. Links to local churches, missions, and seminaries, and information on publications are included. This site also hosts the Westminster Shorter Catechism Project, and the Documents of the Westminster Standards are available for downloading.

Bible Study Tools on Crosswalk.Com
http://bible.crosswalk.com/

Extensive resource for Bible study includes: an Online Study Bible; Interlinear Bible Commentaries; Concordances; Dictionaries; Lexicons; History; Sermon Helps; and Other Resources.

Bible Tools
http://bibletools.org/

Bible Tools "is dedicated to assisting individuals with their personal Bible study through providing reputable Bible resources and study tools." Created by the Church of Great God, this resource provides articles, definitions, ideas for study, and an extensive library collection.

Biblenotes
http://www.biblenotes.net/

"The entire Bible, both Old and New Testaments, is summarized with easy-to-read review notes and keypoints -- useful for everyone and as a resource for Bible study."

Bibliography of Japanese History up to 1912
http://www.oriental.cam.ac.uk/jbib/bibtitle.html

A scholarly bibliography arranged semi-chronologically by topic, from ancient times through the end of the Meiji period.

Bibliography on Evaluating Internet Resources
http://www.lib.vt.edu/help/instruct/evaluate/evalbiblio.html

"This bibliography, originally created for a panel discussion at a regional conference in Wisconsin, has grown with the increasing number of documents which address the problems and issues related to teaching and using critical thinking skills to evaluate Internet resources."

Bibliomysteries
http://www.bibliomysteries.com/

Bibliography of mysteries related to books, libraries, and archives. Also includes a "RIP" page for library murder victims, and a page to propose ideas for a library murder weapon.

Biblioteca Nacional
http://www.bne.es/

This source contains library catalogs, library information, publications, services, and contact information.

Biblioteca Nacional de la Republica Argentina
http://www.bibnal.edu.ar/

This source contains the library catalog, services, a calendar of events, and available searches.

Biblioteca Nacional de México
http://biblional.bibliog.unam.mx/bib01.html

This site includes limited information about the library, its collections, and services, as well as a connection to their online catalog.

Bibliotheca Classica Selecta
http://bcs.fltr.ucl.ac.be/BCS.html

A French-language introductory site to classical studies. Contains titles of journal articles, links to electronic resources, translations of classical works into French, and a thematically organized catalogue (bibliographie d'orientation).

Bibliotheque Nationale de France
http://www.bnf.fr/

French Librarianship, special collections and library contents. English language version also available.

The Big Book Online, Fourth Edition
http://www.aa.org/bigbookonline/

The book "Alcoholics Anonymous" (now known commonly as "The Big Book") was first published in 1939. "The Big Book" is the "basic text" of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and outlines the central tenants of AA.

The Big Cartoon Database
http://www.bcdb.com/

"The largest online searchable database of cartoon shorts and animation on the Internet." Production information for tens of thousands of cartoons. Browse by studio (Hanna-Barbera, Warner Bros., etc.) or use the search function.

Big Cats Online
http://dialspace.dial.pipex.com/agarman/

"Big Cats Online offers both a general and [a] more detailed introduction to the various species of cat living in the wild today. It not only covers the 'Big Cats' - Leopard, Lion, Tiger, Jaguar, Cheetah and Puma, but also introduces all of the lesser known 'Wild Cat' species."

Big Dog's Human Resource Development Page
http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/hrd.html

Great training materials including a Systems Approach to Training with an extensive, step-by-step approach to designing training for adults, primarily in a business setting; Training the Trainer; mentoring programs; OSHA and safety training; and a downloadable DOS program to do planning via CPM, a Critical Path Method.

The Big 6
http://www.big6.com/

The Big6 is an information literacy model, developed by Mike Eisenberg and Bob Berkowitz. "The Big6 integrates information search and use skills along with technology tools in a systematic process to find, use, apply, and evaluate information to specific needs and tasks." Site provides lessons for use in classrooms or media centers, links to sites with Big6 ideas and materials, and resources such as national and state standards and presentations on Big6 and the importance of information literacy in schools.

BigCharts
http://bigcharts.marketwatch.com/default.asp

"BigCharts is the world's most comprehensive and easy-to-use investment research web site providing access to professional-level research tools like interactive charts, quotes, news, industry analysis and intraday stock screeners. We combine these tools with an interface that incorporates compelling graphics and intuitive navigation to make your research experience productive, yet entertaining and fun. Best of all, BigCharts is a FREE service supported entirely by our site sponsors." One of the most useful features of this site is the historical stock quotes section which allows you to search for stock market quotes back to 1985.

Bikini Atoll
http://www.bikiniatoll.com/

This site is devoted to the history of the Bikini Atoll, and the efforts of its people to resettle it. It includes information on its history, the resettlement program, and a diving and tourism program the Bikini people have set up to try and reclaim their island.

Binge Eating Disorders
http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/binge.htm

This site discusses signs of the disorder, occurrence rates, risk factors, causes, effects, treatment options, places to get help, and additional resources.

Bio Tech's Life Science Dictionary
http://biotech.icmb.utexas.edu/pages/dictionary.html

Dictionary includes terms related to biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, cell biology and genetics, ecology, limnology, pharmacology, toxicology and medicine. Includes "medically- and biotechnologically-relevant organisms such as bacteria, worms, fungi, and some plants." Search terms or definitions by words or word fragments.

BioABACUS
http://www.nmsu.edu/~molbio/bioABACUShome.htm

"BioABACUS (Biotechnology Abbreviaion & Acronym Uncovering Service) is a searchable database of abbreviations and acronyms in Biotechnology that contains terms in such categories as: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Computers and Internet, Diseases, Grants, Journals, Laboratories, Medicine, Molecular Biology/Genetics, Neuroscience, Other Organizations, Professional Societies and US Government. The data provided include the name of the term, its meaning, the category in which it is mostly used and, when available, a link in which additional information for the term can be found."

Biochemical Gallery
http://staff.jccc.net/pdecell/biochemistry/biochemtext.html

This online guide from the Johnson County Community College Virtually Biology course explains the basics of the structure and function of organic molecules, including fatty acids, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

BioChemWeb.org:The Virtual Library of Biochemistry, Moleculer Biology and Cell Biology
http://www.biochemweb.org/

It has several academic resources of biochemistry, molecular biology and cell biology compiled by the Fenteany Research Group from the University of Illinois Chicago.

Bioenergy Information Network
http://bioenergy.ornl.gov/

Gateway to information about fast growing trees, grasses, and residues for fuels and power. "The OFD funds research and analyses on liquid and gaseous fuels produced from dedicated energy crops such as grasses and fast-growing short-rotation trees. The projects focus on the domestic production, recovery, and conversion of these feedstocks to economically priced, environmentally beneficial fuels such as ethanol, methanol and biodiesel." Sponsored by the United States Department of Energy.

Biografie / Biographies
http://www.cronologia.it/storia/biografie/biograf1.htm

Elenco di biografie dei più noti personaggi italiani organizzato per periodo cronologico e per professione (comprende biografie di papi, dogi, personaggi politici e filosofi - letterati). In italiano.
Long list of extensive biographies of well-known Italian people. This site is organized in chronological order and by profession (it includes biographies of popes, "dogi," politicians, philosophers and literates). In Italian.

Biographical Dictionary
http://www.s9.com/biography/

"This dictionary covers more than 28,000 notable men and women who have shaped our world from ancient times to the present day. The dictionary can be searched by birth years, death years, positions held, professions, literary and artistic works, achievements, and other keywords."

Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
http://bioguide.congress.gov/

This directory covers senators, representatives, and other elected officials from 1774 to the present. Search by name, position, and/or state. Each entry consists of a short biography, including information about when the individual served. Research collections with the person's papers as well as a bibliography are also provided.

Biographies of Women Mathematicians
http://www.agnesscott.edu/lriddle/women/women.htm

"These pages are part of an on-going project by students in mathematics classes at Agnes Scott College, in Atlanta, Georgia, to illustrate the numerous achievements of women in the field of mathematics. There are brief comments on many of the women mathematicians and some photos (which look best at more than 256 colors). Our goal is for this list to continue to expand, and for more biographies to be completed." Not all entries are complete, but the ones that are include references. There are also links to excellent resources on the topic of women and mathematics.

Biography
http://www.biography.com/

Offical site of A&E's Biography television series. Includes the searchble text of 15,000 entries from The Cambridge Biographical Encyclopedia.

A Biography of America
http://www.learner.org/biographyofamerica/

A companion Web site to the video series of the same name, this covers site covers the history of the United States from pre-Columbian civilizations to the present. The series is divided into 26 programs.
"For each program you'll find an interactive feature related to the subject or the time period of the program. In addition, you'll find a listing of key events of the period, a map relevant to the period, the transcript of the video program, and a "Webography" - a set of annotated web links.

biography-center
http://www.biography-center.com/

A searchable, multi-lingual biographical directory. This site indexes and provides links to biographies available from other Web sites.

Biological Control: AGiode to Natural Enemies in North America
http://www.nysaes.cornell.edu/ent/biocontrol/

This guide provides photographs and descriptions of biological control (or biocontrol) agents of insect, disease and weed pests in North America. It is also a tutorial on the concept and practice of biological control and integrated pest management (IPM). Information is currently available for 100 natural enemies of pest species. On each of these pages you will see photographs, descriptions of the life cycles and habits, and other useful information about each natural enemy.

Biological Warfare
http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/enviro/biologicalwarfare.html

A collection of health/medical information about diseases caused by biological warfare agents. References Internet and print resources. From the National Library of Medicine's Specialized Information Services division.

Biology Lessons
http://www.biologylessons.sdsu.edu/classes/index.html

Contains cell biology lessons for prospective elementary school teachers. With modifications, some of these materials are suitable for use with K-8 students.

The Biology Project
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/

This excellent series of tutorials and problem sets from the University of Arizona's Biology Learning Center is an excellent introduction to the various facets of biology. "It has been designed for biology students at the college and high school level, but is useful for medical students, physicians, science writers, and all types of interested people." Topics covered include: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Human Biology, Medelian Genetics, Immunology, and Molecular Biology. Each section also has annotated links to other Internet resources on the topic.

Biomedia Galleries
http://www.ebiomedia.com/gall/gallery_main.html

This collection of full-color images features a guide to pond-water microorganisms, colorful graphics of cellular processes, and a "classic organisms of biology" gallery.

Bioneers
http://www.bioneers.org/

Addressing sustainability through programs such as the youth initiative, radio programs, conferences and providing information resources for sustainable living.

Biotechnology in Food and Agriculture
http://www.fao.org/biotech/

"This website contains a range of features that may be of value to anyone interested in the role and impact of biotechnology in food and agriculture. These features include: FAO Statement on Biotechnology; An overview of FAO's activities in this area, which include providing advice and assistance to Member Countries, disseminating information and monitoring new developments; An overview of biotechnology in the agro-industry, crop, fisheries, forestry and livestock sectors; The FAO Electronic Forum on Biotechnology in Food and Agriculture, which operates a series of moderated e-mail conferences."

Bioterror
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/bioterror/

Companion Web site to "Bioterror," which "follows three New York Times reporters as they delve into the murky past of bioweapons research and grapple with the current threat of anthrax and other attacks. Here's what you'll find online: History of Biowarfare; Future Germ Defenses; Interviews with Biowarriors; Global Guide to Bioweapons; Making Vaccines (Hot Science); Resources on Bioterror; Teacher's Guide."

Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Planning
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/

A collection of CDC information resources for the public, as well as laboratory & public health professionals, on preparing for and responding to terrorist threats of biological, chemical or radiological origin. Site topics include: Preparation & Planning, Emergency Response, Lab Information, Surveillance, News & Media Relations, Training, Resources/Links, Lab & Health Professionals, and FAQ.

Bipolar Significant Others
http://www.bpso.org/

Do you have a loved one diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? You'll find a particularly good set of resources for education and support here. This is an informal organization; joining adds the option of joining the discussion room.

Bipolar World
http://www.bipolarworld.net/

"A support and educational web site for individuals diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder (Manic Depressive Illness), and for the families and friends who care for them."

bipolar.com
http://www.bipolar.com/

"This Web site includes up-to-date information about recognizing the symptoms of bipolar disorder and getting a proper diagnosis. Overall, the Web site is designed to give everyone touched by bipolar disorder, as well as their family, partners, and friends, the information and support they need to live with the illness."

The Bird Site
http://www.nhm.org/birds/guide/

This is an excellent site about birds, including images of such things as bones and internal organs. Topics covered include: evolution & diversity, anatomy & physiology, adaptations & behavior, flight mechanics, and conservation. You can even listen to bird songs!

Bird Tips
http://bird.lifetips.com/

This site has a lot of quick tips about caring for your pet bird, with a focus on parrots. It includes categories such as Avian Health, Breeding and Nesting, Diet, and Managing the Molt.

Birds - Cornell Lab of Ornithology
http://www.birds.cornell.edu/

Provides information for citizen scientists focused on conservation of birds. Provides tools for the monitoring of bird populations through bird watching.

Birds and Mammals Observed by Lewis and Clark in North Dakota
http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/wildlife/bmam/index.htm

This site gives a detailed account of all of the birds and mammals that the members of the Lewis and Clark expedition observed in North Dakota. Actual expedition records were consulted in creating this website.

Birds Links to the World
http://www.bsc-eoc.org/links/links.jsp

Bird Links to the World provides links to information and resources on birds that can be browsed by geographical regions or bird species. Links to some images and sounds of the bird species, as well as quizzes, newsgroups and assorted resources are also available. The site is searchable.

BirdSource - Birding With a Purpose
http://www.birdsource.org/

"Designed by the National Audubon Society and the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, Birdsource is an interactive website where the enthusiasm of birders is combined with state-of-the-art technology to promote conservation and environmental learning." Participate in national bird survey projects by entering your findings at this site. You can also read up on completed studies.

Birth Centers Online
http://www.birthcenters.org/

Comprehensive online guide to birth centers, medically supervised alternatives to hospitals.

BitTorrent - Flash Player Installation
http://www.bittorrent.com/

"BitTorrent is the global standard for accessing rich media over the Internet." It's free and available for Windows, Mac and Linux platforms.

Bizlink
http://www.plcmc.org/bizlink/

"Bizlink is a highly selective list of top quality Internet sites, electronic resources and print business materials. Bizlink is your electronic pathway to the latest business data - from company and industry information to international trade leads to recent mutual fund quotations. Bizlink will guide you in your search for breaking business news, a personal financial plan, a company marketing strategy or a new job. Integrate the Internet into your research on: Companies; Investments & Personal Finance; Industries; Starting a Business; International Business; Business Forms; Marketing & Demographics; Careers; Taxes; Patents & Trademarks."

Björn Engdahl's Swedish Course
http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Acropolis/1290/index.html

Online Swedish course. Has language samples in .wav format. Final exam requires Java.

Black Baseball's Negro Baseball Leagues
http://www.blackbaseball.com/

Includes essays, photographs, player biographies, links, and other information related to Negro League baseball.

Black Belt Magazine
http://www.blackbeltmag.com/

Black Belt Magazine is the online supplement to the monthly magazine. The BlackBelt Hall of Fame section provides biographies of martial arts competitors and teachers. There is also a Dojo Directory along with videos and articles about numerous martial art styles.

The Black Collegian Online
http://www.black-collegian.com/

An employment guide for African-American students. Includes information on graduate school and topical issues of interest.

Black Education: From Charleston to Harlem
http://northbysouth.kenyon.edu/1998/edu/home/home.htm

Hosted by "North by South," the final product of a year long seminar researching the migration of African Americans from south to north. Black Education explores the educational philosophies of Booker T. Washington and WEB DuBois. Review illustrated text essays and bibliographies and link to and explore other topics such as music, art, health, and death in African American culture at locations both North and South.

Black Excel: The College Help Network
http://www.BlackExcel.org/

"Black Excel: The College Help Network is an award-winning site that helps African American students navigate the college admissions process. The site contains original information/resources on aid, essays, college profiles, scholarships, and more".

Black Facts Online
http://www.blackfacts.com/

A searchable database of events in African-American history. You can search by date or by keyword.

Black famine in Ukraine 1932-33
http://www.infoukes.com/history/famine/gregorovich/

This site gives a historical overview of the famine that occurred in the Ukraine during the collectivization period of the Soviet Union.

Black Film Center/Archive
http://www.indiana.edu/~bfca/

The Black Film Center/Archive at Indiana University "is a repository of films and related materials by and about African Americans. Included are films which have substantial participation by African Americans as writers, actors, producers, directors, musicians, and consultants, as well as those which depict some aspect of black experience." The site provides the opportunity to view short film clips (may require special software), view lists of Center publications, and find out more about the Center's collections.

Black Film Research Online
http://blackfilm.uchicago.edu/

Here is a resource guide for the study of black film culture.

Black History Month Center
http://www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/index.htm

"Discover culture, heritage and pride through profiles of some of the most significant people, places and events in African-American history." Includes biographies, a timeline, a quiz, and other activities.

Black History Quiz
http://www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/quiz/index.ht...

This site offers visitors the opportunity to briefly review some key points throughout Black History. The site is designed for use by teachers and students, but it also offers valuable information to the casual browser.

Black History: Biographies
http://www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/bio/index.htm

The Thompson-Gale Group has created a free online resource containing biographies of famous African Americans. Information includes extensive biographical sketches, hypertext links that allow for cross-referencing amongst related individuals, and a short list of further resources to consult.

BLACK Quest Power Resource Links
http://blackquest.com/link.htm

"A comprehensive source and gateway to African/African American history, culture and society."

The Black Web Portal
http://www.blackwebportal.com/

A comprehensive Web portal dedicated to information for and about African-Americans. Use the search engine or browse their categories to find relevant Web resources. There are also events and news areas.

Blazing a Genetic Trail
http://www.hhmi.org/genetictrail/

This website from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute traces the process of uncovering the genes that cause human disease. Along the way, it provides some basic information about population genetics, the mechanisms of inheritance, and the Human Genome Project. The site is also available in Spanish.

Blind Readers Page
http://blindreaders.info/

"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 handicaps, with a special collection of Wisconsin resources. There are about 2,300 individual links, all evaluated, annotated, and organized by subject."

Blind/V.I. Updates & News
http://blindvi.livejournal.com/

A blog discussing news and issues facing