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2,500 Biographies
History Channel
If you're looking for biographies, this site has over 2,500! The biographies cover all kinds of topics: I would recommend the section on television and movies for people who enjoy learning about current entertainment.This is a fun educational tool!Recommended by Brandon Wood

African-American Biographies
History Channel
This site provides links to biographies of many important African Americans, past and present (from Harriet Tubman to Colin Powell). Each biography gives detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments. The site also provides pictures.Recommended by Amanda Lanzillo

Biographies with Interviews
Academy of Achievement
If you need a person to do a report on, this is the site to go to. Many sites have biographies, but this one gives you an interesting interview with the subject along with a detailed biography.Recommended by Henry Rome

Important Women
Distinguished Women
This website is wonderful for anyone who's exploring famous women in all categories. Women are listed alphabetically and by topic and time period. I enjoyed the section on Black History Month and the detailed photos.Recommended by Brandon Wood

Prominent African Americans
Fact Monster
This is a great website if you're doing papers or projects on prominent African Americans. It includes information about religious leaders, government officials, scientists, singers and athletes.Recommended by Bridget Goodwin

Women Who Changed History
Scholastic
If you are looking to do a report or a paper on an amazing woman in history, this is a great site. You can meet all sorts of incredible women, like Amelia Earhart, Elizabeth Blackwell, Harriet Tubman, Sally Ride, Rosa Parks and more. The site even has Rosa Parks' answers to questions from students.Recommended by Aliza Sessler