Students & Homework

 AR BookFinder

 

Kids Search

What is it? Research tool for middle school and elementary age students from EBSCOhost. See this 3-min. video for a basic introduction.

Why use it? Search the encyclopedia. Look up words in the dictionary. Explore and search by topic.

Searchasaurus

What is it? Research tool for elementary age students from EBSCOhost. See this 4-min. Flash video for a basic introduction.

Why use it? Search the encyclopedia. Learn about animals. Look up words in the dictionary.
 

World Book Kids

What is it? Thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps enrich thousands of articles selected for appeal and curricular standards, with teacher guides, provide instuctions and stimulating ways to use content in the classroom setting or for homework.

Why use it? World Book Kids is designed especially for younger users, English-language learners, and reluctant readers. The site offers simple navigation, easy-to-read content, bright colors, and a graphical design.