These are collections of selected sites, organized by topic. This is your shortcut to the best sites. 

Digital Librarian - This site lists a multitude of subjects which lead to many more links.   
 
Encyclopedia Brittanica's Internet Guide     

MEL: Michigan Electronic Library   MAME - Internet Sites by Subject

Librarians Index to the Internet 

RESA Library - Free Searching from WCRESA- First Search, SIRS Discoverer Deluxe, Detroit Free Press, Electric Library-Elementary, IAC References

The Internet Public Library - Check out the reference section here, and be sure you scroll down the page and check out the various links such as information on the Presidents of the United States and how to say hello in 30 different languages.