Think together · Start with a story
A girl imagines her school's website as a book. The home page, class page, and notices page are like different pages. Clicking a link is like turning to another page.
Break down the process
- WebsiteOrganizes related content and features
- Web pageOne page you can visit
- LinksConnect pages and resources
A website is a group of related pages and services; a web page is specific content a browser can display.
The book comparison helps explain the whole and its parts, but websites can also search, accept form entries, and update data. They are more interactive than paper books.
Pages can share styles, images, and scripts, and some may be generated dynamically by a server.
Your turn to try
Are a school's home page and a detailed notice page two completely unrelated websites?
Ready? Open to see the explanation
Not necessarily. They are often pages on the same website. Check the domain, path, and how the site is organized.
One idea to remember
A website is a group of related pages and services; a web page is specific content a browser can display.
Try covering the picture above and explaining each step to your family. If one step is hard to explain, revisit that card.