Are you in the mood for story time? Kids of all ages should visit Storyline Online at www.storylineonline.net, where famous voices from the Screen Actors Guild narrate children's books aloud. There are great activities to accompany each story, so pick one, click to begin and listen closely. James Earl Jones' well-known voice entertains listeners in “To Be a Drum,” and Al Gore keeps the pages turning with “Brave Irene.” Be sure to pass on this one to your English teacher for cool lesson plans and ideas.

Glance up at the twinkling lights in the night, and listen to the Stories of the Skies at www.nmm.ac.uk/stories-of-the-skies. So many characters and creatures roam through the dark, telling fabulous tales full of mythology. Have you ever wondered how the planets were named? Find out more about Venus, the goddess of love, and Mars, the god of war, as you jump around the Milky Way. Once you know who is who and what is what, recount the mythical stories to friends and family the next time you’re out stargazing.

Learn while immersed in fantasy at the BBC's The Magic Key: Adventures, www.bbc.co.uk/schools/magickey/adventures. Capital letters can certainly be confusing when you are trying to figure out when to use them and when to refrain. Join Lug and the Giant Storks for tips and tricks that will straighten you out in no time! Got questions about questions? Well, only the brave should venture into Dragon Land, where all the answers to your inquisitive queries await. Just choose the areas where you need improvement or extra practice to begin!

Broaden your cultural horizons with a visit to Kids Web Japan: Folk Legends, http://web-japan.org/kidsweb/folk. This site features many stories that Japanese children hear while they're growing up. This fairy-tale world has a cool library full of fantasy, which can fulfill your need to be scared by ogres or inspired by heroes. No matter what story you choose, or where you are from, the morals in these stories will seem familiar to everyone around the world.

Young writers of the world will feel right at home when they click on BBC's Blast Writing, www.bbc.co.uk/blast/writing. See what other kids are writing when you scroll down through Showcase. If you feel like sharing some of your stellar works, you can easily upload them to help inspire others. Whether you are an aspiring poet or want to publish your own screenplay, this site has great tips and tricks you need to know. Lastly, browse the message board and see if any of the expert advice applies to you.

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