Westside High School -- Westside Library Resources

WESTSIDE LIBRARY RESOURCES

People

An anthology of literature from the Medieval period, the Renaissance and the 17th century. Presented in a sophisticated and artful manner, this site is a great compilation of English literature. For additional author resources, visit http://www.peoplespot.com/notable/authors.htm?newslib

Language Translation

Language translator used for translating text or web pages from English and other languages to French, German, Greek, Chinese, Spanish, and others.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

The U.S. Government, in wanting to recognize the accomplishments of Hispanic-American citizens created by Public Law 90-498 National Hispanic Heritage Week on September 17, 1968. The law was later amended by Public Law 100-402 expanding the event to National Hispanic Heritage Month on August 17, 1988.

Artcyclopedia

Search for your favorite artist by name or movement. Artcyclopedia will show you some of their best works and museums where they are displayed.

Nobel e-Museum

Read biographies of previous laureates. Site visitors can also look at Cultures of Creativity: The Centennial Exhibition of the Nobel Prize and read about Controversies and Criticism of the Peace Prizes.

Statistics

U.S. Census Bureau

The ultimate compilation of statistics on American people. In addition to population information, the bureau offers economic statistics, demographics and quality of life indicators.

POP Clocks

This site presents the Census Bureau’s estimates of the U.S. and world populations. You can also find facts like how often a person is born and the monthly change in world population.