PBS
Classics for Kids: Musical Instruments
An A-to-Z directory of all the instruments and tools of the orchestra. Each entry includes a description, a picture, and a sound sample.
Other
Alien Travel Guide: History of Weaving
This site from the Alien Travel Guide contains an outline to information on the history of weaving. The outline is in link form for easy navigation and it contains wonderful basic information.
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Household Utensils and Materials
A fascinating look inside the home of a common Egyptian to see the utensils needed for running a household. Read about the containers, tools, pottery, and sewing tools.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Orchestra Instruments
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart describes the various instrument families and the instruments that fit in each family. Sound files are attached to the instruments so that students can hear what each sounds like.