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ESL, DICTIONARIES and ENCYCLOPEDIAS:

ESL Assistance www.esl-lounge.com:

On-Line Dictionary (English plus other languages): www.yourdictionary.com

World Book Encyclopedia: www.worldbookonline.com/wb/Home User name: hisd 1 - Password: stars

EDUCATIONAL SEARCH ENGINES:

Vivisimo: This search engine clusters searches for easier viewing and analysis. www.vivisimo.com

Metor: Another educationally oriented website. www.metor.com

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