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Research Databases

Use our online databases for research and school assignments. Many contain full-text articles from magazines, journals, current and historic newspapers, encyclopedias and more. A valid library card is required.

Gale in Context: Elementary
Reliable content designed for young learners on a variety of topics, from animals and plants to sports and technology.
Gale In Context: High School
Reliable information for high school students, with an emphasis on primary sources such as newspapers. Includes a large collection of images and videos.
Gale in Context: Middle School
Find reference content developed specifically for Middle School students. [Children Ages 11-14] Key subjects include literature, science, social studies, and history.

Practice Exercises and Learning Activities

Mango Languages
Advanced language learning for over 70 languages, including American Sign Language.
Peterson's Test and Career Prep
Features online practice tests and study materials for GED, SAT, ACT, and other tests, as well as information about colleges and universities.

Khan Academy
Khan Academy offers free practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empowers students to study at their own pace. They tackle math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more.
Wide Open School, Powered By Common Sense Media
A free collection of the best online learning experiences for kids curated by the editors at Common Sense. Here you’ll find resources from organizations such as DuoLingo, Flocabulary, GoNoodle, Noggin, ChopChop Family, ABCya!, and more grouped into practical categories such as daily schedule, emotional well-being, get moving, life skills, and more. Please note that some links require registration with a valid email address.

Literacy, Reading, and eBooks

Beanstack
Participate in online reading challenges year round! Earn virtual badges towards quarterly prize raffles, all while receiving tailored reading recommendations sent directly to your inbox.
BookFlix
Animated read-along storybooks are paired with related nonfiction titles and interactive games.
OverDrive for Kids
Ebooks and audiobooks for kids.

Recommended Books By Age Level
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Youth Reading Program (Beanstack)
Year-round reading challenges where kids can log the books they read and win prizes.

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For Parents

Tips for Setting Up an At-Home Learning Environment for Young Children – a list of strategies that support all learners as you set-up an at-home learning environment for your students.

Parent Tips and Tricks for Distance Learning – Help parents and caregivers keep kids focused, interested, and balanced while learning from home.

WideOpenSchool for parents (powered by Common Sense Media) – resources include, but not limited to: Back to school guides, daily schedules, content area activities and lessons, and virtual field trips for Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12.

National PTA – This site features a wealth of resources to empower and support parents.

Mental Health Resources

COVID-19 Mental Health Resources for Children and Adults
by Rachael Stein Last Updated Sep 3, 2020 12 views this year