Online Resources
Online Encyclopedias & Databases
 
Facts on File
Grolier
world book
Facts on File

An online database subscription service available for research

 

Grolier Online

Grolier's online encyclopedia

 

Worldbook Online
Online encyclopedia from World Book

 

Username: worldathome

 
 
Useful Links for Your Research
destiny
combines circulation, cataloging, and searching in one centrally installed library software system. It is an easy-to-use, web-based library catalog that offers students the ability to match book titles to student's reading levels. Destiny also provides home access to search for available items in the library. See the librarian for information on how to access this from home.
worldbook
World Book Online Encyclopedia
features content and tools developed especially for young students. The site offers simple navigation, easy-to-read articles, multimedia, comparison tools, interactive games and activities, and teacher resources. See the librarian for information on how to access this from home.
IPL2
The Internet can be an overwhelming place if you're a kid. Trying to find age-appropriate information that is reliable can be challenging. The Internet Public Library offers a Kid's Section that provides homework help, research assistance, and a host of games and puzzles. It provides quality, trustworthy information on a variety of subject areas.
ALA
From the American Library Association.ALAchildren's librarians evaluate websitesto find the best for kids and parents.
scls
The website for the Hillsborough Branch of the Somerset County Library System. Search the catalog, conduct online research, download audiobooks, and more.
A great source for book lists. Download, then read or listen toyour favorite book.
For help finding that perfect book!
http://kidsreads.com

http://www.readkiddoread.com/index

Book Awards Caldecott
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/caldecottmedal/caldecottmedal

Newbery
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/newberymedal/newberymedal

Geisel
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/geiselaward

Belpre
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/belpremedal

Coretta Scott King Award
http://www.ala.org/emiert/cskbookawards/recipients