The Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C, has been called America’s attic because of all the cool collections they have stored there. Explore their treasures, learn about other kids who collect and get tips on how to start your own collection. Click here

People who collect things are grouped by the items they collect. These groups have unusual names.  If you collect stamps, teddy bears, books or birds’ eggs, you have a special name. Click here to find out what it is.

Now that you know what a “philatelist” is, here’s the site to get you started on your new hobby.

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

If you want to know more about collecting, check out “COLLECT THIS “by Donna Guthrie and Christy Zatkin. These authors tell you about all the things you can collect from autographs to yo-yo’s.