Finding a Needle in a Haystack: Homework Help on the Web

Over the years, I've received lots of messages from kids looking for information on different topics, usually for their homework assignments. Unfortunately, I don't have time to answer everybody. In this month's column, I'm going to show you how to find the information you need.

The Internet can be a great resource--if you know how to use it effectively. There is so much information on the Internet, but finding the specific facts you need can be like looking for the needle in the proverbial haystack. You need to know where and how to look for different types of information.