Reading & Research
Reading for All Ages
Axis 360
Axis 360 gives library and school users the ability to search, browse and discover ebooks and/or digital audiobooks available for lending through their public library or school with ease.
Linked through your school LRC homepage
"For as long as schools are closed, we're open. Kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across 6 different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids." All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet. Explore the collection, select a title and start listening.
Goodreads is the world’s largest site for readers and book recommendations.
Reading for Grades PreK - 5
Linked to your school LRC home homepage. Contact your child's teacher or librarian for help accessing.
Looking for a new book to read? Explore UNESCO's Global Digital Library. Books can be translated to 43 different languages!
Nonfiction Magazines about nature (Register and get FREE access to digital editions of Ranger Rick, Ranger Rick Jr., Zoobooks, and more)
Nonfiction Magazine
Popular children’s book author and illustrator, Mo Willems, has a ton of engaging activities available on his site.
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s award-winning children’s literacy website, Storyline Online, streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Readers include Viola Davis, Chris Pine, Lily Tomlin, Kevin Costner, Annette Bening, James Earl Jones, Betty White and dozens more.
Two family-friendly comedians read popular picture books with silly voices and lots of humor. Their mission is to inspire and excite both boys and girls about reading!
The name Monarch was chosen because of its familiarity to K-3 children and to symbolize the growth, change and freedom that becoming a reader brings. The Monarch is designed to encourage children to read critically and become familiar with children's books, authors and illustrators. The program is open to all K-3 age children in Illinois.
The award is designed for students in grades 3-5 who are ready for longer titles than found on the Monarch list, but not quite ready for the sophistication of some of the Rebecca Caudill titles. Named in honor of Big Bluestem which is the state prairie grass, the award may include both timeless classics and current titles, as well as books that have appeared on Monarch and Rebecca Caudill lists.
The Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award is an annual award given to the author of the book voted most outstanding by students in grades four through eight in participating Illinois schools. The award is named in honor of Rebecca Caudill who lived and wrote in Urbana, Illinois, for nearly 50 years. The award is given in recognition for her literary talent and the universal appeal of her books which have touched the hearts of many children and young adults.
Reading for Grades 6-12
Scribd is offering free access to its library of over one million ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and more for the next 30 days (no credit card information required).
Simply log in, answer some questions about your reading preferences and then search for your next read.
Read digital magazines, comic books & graphic novels right on your Chromebook, phone or tablet. Browse hundreds of popular magazines, including Sports Illustrated for Kids, National Geographic, Zoobooks, Food Network, Brainspace, Discover, Soccer 360, and much much more!
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The Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award is an annual award given to the author of the book voted most outstanding by students in grades four through eight in participating Illinois schools. The award is named in honor of Rebecca Caudill who lived and wrote in Urbana, Illinois, for nearly 50 years. The award is given in recognition for her literary talent and the universal appeal of her books which have touched the hearts of many children and young adults.
Read for a Lifetime is a statewide reading program that targets high school students. This initiative promotes the enjoyment of reading by encouraging students to read both classic and contemporary literature, and rewards them for their efforts. By participating in the program, students develop a love of books and reading that will last a lifetime.
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The Lincoln Award is given each year to the book from that year's master list that earns the highest number of votes from high school students in Illinois. Each year, a panel of high school librarians, teachers, public librarians and students determines the final master list of twenty titles. This program encourages teens to read for pleasure and to become lifelong readers. It is awarded by the Association of Illinois School Library Educators (AISLE).
HOW CAN I VOTE? Read a minimum of 4 nominated books prior to voting in 2021. Voting opens February 15, 2021 - Details to Follow.
