About Florida

Welcome to Florida: The state Web site is a first stop for information about Florida.
http://www.myflorida.com/
Florida QuickFacts from the US Census Bureau: Explore Florida's facts and figures, from population statistics to economic indicators.
http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/12000.html
Florida State Government: This site features direct links to an array of Florida-related information, including official government Web sites, laws, taxes, and other general resources.
http://GovSpot.com/state/fl.htm

Education Resources for Florida

Your Florida Department of Education: The state's Department of Education Web site is an invaluable resource. Select For Educators for information on curriculum planning, Sunshine State Standards, and the FCAT.
http://www.fldoe.org
Florida Education Association: The state teacher's association provides information on topics of interest to educators, plus a list of online resources.
http://www.feaweb.org/
Educational Resources for Florida: The U.S. Department of Education provides this list of links to state and federal educational resources.
http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/Programs/EROD/org_list_by_territory.cfm?territory_id=fl
The Florida Center for Instructional Technology: This Web site provides resources for using technology in education. There are also staff development guides focusing on some FCAT strands.
http://fcit.coedu.usf.edu/

Florida Reading Association: The FRA Web site offers information on conferences, awards and grants, and publications.
http://www.flreads.org/
Florida Council of the Teachers of English: The FCTE Web site provides information on membership, conferences, and web awards.
http://www.fcte.org/
Florida Council of Teachers of Mathematics: The FCTM is the local affiliate of the NCTM.
http://www.fctm.net/
Florida Association of Science Teachers: The FAST provides professional development, Internet resources, and information on awards, events, and conferences.
http://www.fastscience.org/
Florida Council for the Social Studies: The FCSS Web site contains information on awards and grants, conferences, and Web resources.
http://www.fcss.org/

Florida: Here you will find a political map showing major towns and rivers.
http://www.merriam-webster.com/cgi-bin/nytmaps.pl?florida
Color Landform Atlas: Florida: This site contains topographical and political maps to the county level for Florida, as well as a menu of links to other online information about the state.
http://fermi.jhuapl.edu/states/fl_0.html

Museum of Florida History: Take an online look at some of the collections at the Museum of Florida History.
http://dhr.dos.state.fl.us/museum/
Florida: These pages from the Library of Congress focus on interesting moments in Florida's history.
http://www.americaslibrary.gov/cgi-bin/page.cgi/es/fl
The Golden Crescent: The National Park Service presents this Web site about the fertile area where Georgia and Florida meet. Featured topics include the Mound Builders, African Americans, and Plantation Agriculture.
http://www.cr.nps.gov/goldcres/
Exploring Florida: This excellent Web site from the Florida Center for Instructional Technology has a wealth of online multimedia resources related to Florida history. Florida Then & Now includes lesson plans with FCAT style questions.
http://fcit.coedu.usf.edu/florida/default.htm

The Seminole Tribe of Florida: The Seminole Tribe of Florida shares information about their history and culture.
http://www.seminoletribe.com/
Florida Indians: This Web site from the Pelotes Island Nature Preserve offers an overview of Native American life in Florida.
http://pelotes.jea.com/indian.htm
The Unconquered Seminoles: Absolutely Florida Magazine provides this illustrated article about the Seminoles.
http://www.abfla.com/1tocf/seminole/semhistory.html

Historical Museum of Southern Florida: Here you will find online exhibits, a sampling of the museum's collection, and information on the history of Southern Florida.
http://www.historical-museum.org/
Florida Museum of Natural History: Select Virtual Exhibits for an array of features on Florida's natural history. Research and Collections links to information about anthropology and Florida's wildlife.
http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu/
Florida Association of Museums: At this Web site you can plan a trip to a local museum or take a virtual visit to one that is farther away.
http://www.flamuseums.org/
South Florida Community College Museum of Florida Art And Culture: The Virtual Exhibits at this site include paintings by African Americans, and photographs of Seminoles.
http://www.mofac.org/

SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Animals—Animal Information: Here you can learn about the animals and fish that live at these Florida theme parks.
http://www.seaworld.org/animal-info/index.htm
The Everglades Ecosystem: For information on the history, animals, and ecosystem of the Florida Everglades, visit this National Park Services Web site.
http://www.nps.gov/ever/eco/
Nature Springs Eternal: This PBS Web site explores Florida's springs and pools and examines their inhabitants.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/springs/

Frogs and Toads of Florida: Florida Wildlife Extension gives you an up-close look at the state's frogs and toads.
http://www.wec.ufl.edu/extension/wildlife_info/frogstoads/
Florida Panther Net: Here you will find lesson plans, online activities, and information about the Florida panther.
http://www.panther.state.fl.us/
Endangered Species: Florida Power & Light provides information about the state's endangered species.
http://www.fpl.com/environment/endangered/endangered_species.shtml
The American Alligator: Here you can learn about Florida's state reptile.
http://agrigator.ifas.ufl.edu/gators/

Fish Biology Just For Kids: Kids can learn about sharks and fish at this Web site.
http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/Kids/kids.htm
Timucua Kid Page: This page tells students about one of Florida's early Native American tribes. Activities are included.
http://pelotes.jea.com/kidtimuc.htm#Timucuan%20Kid%20Page
Florida Citrus Land For Kids: At this Web site kids will find activities, games, and information about the citrus industry.
http://www.floridajuice.com/floridacitrus/kids/index.htm
Quick Facts: Florida: “Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government,” from the U.S. Printing office, runs down fun Florida facts, including the state motto, flower, and song.
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/state/florida.html
Florida Kids Page: The Florida kids' site gives students a look at their state and museums, Florida folklife, archaeology, history, and more.
http://dhr.dos.state.fl.us/kids/
Florida Fun Facts: The U.S. Census Bureau provides students with a set of statistics about Florida.
http://factfinder.census.gov/home/en/kids/funfacts/florida.html