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Do you need to know how to research? Try some of these helpful links. Scholastic.com: Homework Hub - How to Research Step by step, this site will explain the research process in a kid friendly way with plenty of helpful research links.

Research Skills: Fact Monster Categorized by topic, this informative page will help you learn anything you need to know about the research process. From getting started to citation information, you'll have it covered.

Do you want to know the background information on the term "Hoosier" or some general information about the state of Indiana? Try some of these links. Indiana: History, Geography, Population and State Facts (Fact Monster.com) If you need background information about the general statistics of Indiana, then this page will cover almost any fact you'd need. Plus there are pictures of the state flag and state map. You'll also find a list at the bottom of the page of more famous Hoosiers!

Facts and Figures on the State of Indiana Along with the general facts of Indiana, this site also has the different stories of how the nickname "Hoosier" came along. You will also find a list of famous Hoosiers.