Helpful Web Sites

Local Libraries

Bookstores Online

Children

Google's Kids Safe Search Engine
Astronauts at the International Space Station Read Books

Citizenship

Citizenship Works is a free online service that helps you apply for citizenship, step-by- step.
Immigration Resources helps immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options.
USA Learns This free online course helps immigrants prepare for all parts of the naturalization interview.

Computer Help

Codecademy Free coding courses
Digital Learn Basic computer courses in English and Spanish

Dictation Service

dictation.io Use the magic of speech recognition to write emails and documents in Google Chrome. Dictation accurately transcribes your speech to text in real time. You can add paragraphs, punctuation marks, and even smileys using voice commands.

Drivers' Education

A free online program is available that includes car, motorcycle, and commercial practice tests and manuals, and a FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV related questions. Practice tests for all 50 states included. Free site. No registration required.
VIN Decoder Tool In the market for a used car? Your automotive research will be much easier with this decoder tool as it shows the car's manufacturer, make and model, body style, engine size, assembly plant, and model year.

Earthquake Information

United States Geological Survey

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant Every CNA practice test on this website is FREE, no registration is required, and you can study at your own pace.
Cliff Notes
The College Affordability Guide provides clear, correct information and advice on the many options students have to reduce the cost of their degree. It offers a fresh analysis of which colleges are doing the most to make high-quality education affordable.
The Community for Accredited Online Schools (CFAOS) is an excellent resource for students and parents. From locating an accredited program in many different subjects, to ensuring students have the tools and resources they need to succeed, this is a truly comprehensive resource. We also offer exam prep and financial aid and scholarship guides, school health and safety guides, as well as assistance for veterans, minorities and the LGBTQ community.
The GCFLearnFree.org program offers help with the skills needed to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons, 800+ videos, and 55+ interactives and games, completely free.
Multistate Bar Exam Prepared and administered by the National Conference of Bar Examiners, tests cover Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law and Procedure, Evidence, Real Property and Torts.

MBAs Online
Online MBA programs in California
Online MBAs In this 10-part series, we explore topics essential to finding an MBA program tailored to individual goals. From choosing a program and the admissions process to scholarship opportunities, our guide equips entrepreneurs with everything they need to make informed decisions about their business education.
OnlineMasters.com (MBAs) has an online database of tools, references, and articles that cover topics such as accreditation, job placement, and resources that can provide financial support. You can review our guides here:

Public Libraries: An Untapped Resource in Higher Ed Students getting an online degree can take advantage of the many resources offered by their local public library.

Top Online Colleges: Please note that submitting your contact information may generate email notices to your inbox.

TuitionFundingSources.com (TFS): A private website that contains the world's largest scholarship. The TFS website also provides students with career and college admissions information. In order to register as a new member, click on the "login" button, then select your state and the school you currently attend and create a personal password.

Election Information

Get unbiased election information at the Voter's Edge

Government

WeConnect: important programs and resources for California's working families
State of California Home Page
Social Security Office
Federal tax forms
State tax forms

Language Translator

Babelfish
Google Translator

Legal Information

The California Codes State Law, not annotated.
The California Courts: This site includes the Online Self-Help Center, designed to help you find assistance and information, work better with an attorney, and represent yourself in some legal matters.
LawHelpCA.org serves California as the only statewide resource for easy access to self-help information on legal problems and referrals to local legal aid providers and pro bono assistance.

Libraries and Museums

Armand Hammer
The Broad
Getty
LACMA
Library of Congress
Long Beach Museum of Art
MOCA
Torrance Art Museum

Medical and Health Resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: This site contains excellent resources in many health and safety topic areas.
Kids Health includes sections for kids, teens, parents and educators.
Drug Information Portal is a gateway to current and accurate drug information from numerous resources, including the NLM, FDA, and other key government agencies.
NIDA For Teens This site from the NIH is a great resource for teens looking for information about drug abuse and dependencies. It's designed for a teen audience, but also includes a section for educators.
Genetics Home Reference is The National Library of Medicine's site for consumer information on genes, chromosomes, and genetic conditions. The site includes "Help Me Understand Genetics," a helpful resource for both students and the general public.
Household Products Database Ever wonder if a common product includes harmful ingredients? This site is for you. Information on a variety of everyday items found in the home.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health One of the NIH Centers, NCCIH conducts research and provides evidence-based information on what science says about complementary and alternative health products and practices.
About Herbs, Botanicals, & Other Products The Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center offers information for consumers and health professionals about herbals as possible CAM treatments.
Clinical Trials Users may search for current and completed clinical trials. results are now being published, adding to the value of this resource.

Veterans

Veterans Resource Centers Visit the Veterans Resource Center at a participating public library to learn about state and federal education, employment, housing, health, disability and other benefits that may be available to you and your family.
California Veterans Resource Book. Order additional print copies here

Resources for the Visually Impaired

Services for People with Print Disabilities In association with the Library of Congress, provides free Braille and audiobooks, magazines and playback equipment to all eligible Californians unable to read standard print. Follow the link to find your local Braille and talking book library and sign up for free library services.