Usborne Internet-Linked Books

What is an Internet-Linked book?

In the late 1990's, Usborne Books recognized the educational and entertainment value of the Internet and strove to link the power of the written word and the vast information available on the web together to enhance a reader's learning experience. In 2000, the very first Internet-Linked books were launched in the United States and the number of Internet-Linked and Internet-Referenced titles has grown each year.

To see all currently available internet-linked books, click here. Click here to view a short move about internet-linked books.
Some of the things you can do with an internet-linked book:
research a topic further download free pictures for reports, presentations & science projects go on virtual tours of museums or wonders of the world hear sounds like bird singing, medieval instruments playing, or words from our French and Spanish dictionaries being pronounced conduct motivating science experiments right online
How does an Usborne Internet-Linked book work?
Click here to view a short move about internet-linked books Usborne Internet-Linked books serve as a gateway to knowledge for fact-hungry children. Visit Usborne Quicklinksto enter the book and page number you are interested in learning more about. This site will provide you web addresses of safe, content appropriate websites you can visit to research a subject in a fun and informative way.
What ages are these books designed for?
From Usborne's new Beginner's Series to the Science Encyclopedia, there are Internet Linked Usborne Books that are appealing and appropriate for all age ranges - early childhood through adult! Go to Usborne Quicklinks to see!
Can an Internet-Linked or Internet-Referenced book help my child with homework?
Yes! Downloadable quizzes, word searches and activity sheets make learning a challenge - Amazing photographs, illustrations and diagrams provide the child with additional information on any subject…The facts found through Usborne Quicklinks help a child to fully understand a new concept and will be very helpful with school papers, science fair projects, etc.
Will Quicklinks recommended sites change?
Recommended websites will change over time as new and improved sites become available. The sites referenced in our Usborne internet-linked books are reviewed regularly by full-time staff, and the direct links on the Usborne Quicklinks website are updated to reflect any changes or to give alternative sites.
Do I need to have a computer to own this book?
A computer serves to provide an additional learning tool however; it is not essential to fully enjoy Usborne Internet-Linked books.
What is the difference between Internet-Linked and Internet-Referenced books?
In an Internet-Linked book, the content of each double page spread includes specific websites found at Usborne Quicklinks. An Internet-Referenced book contains quicklink websites that pertain to the overall topic of the book.