DATABASES

Britannica School: Safe, up-to-date and age-appropriate information resource. Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia primary sources, games and other learning resources that support student research.

Brain Pop & Brain Pop Jr: Explanatory videos on many topics along with quizzes, activities and printables.

Safesearchkidz.com: An easy tool for students to conduct research while being limited to only specific sites.

Pebble Go: PREK-3: Award winning database for reading and research. The database makes learning and improving reading and research skills fun and interesting.

Pebble Go Next: For those who have advanced their research skills.

World Book Encyclopedia: ALL age levels! Articles, videos and photos on various topics. Spanish version available. Science Power teacher resources. Classroom plays and readers theater.

Smithsonian Tween Tribune: Great current event articles for students. Ability to change reading levels, print articles and assessments that align.

ProQuest CultureGrams: Learn about the world around you. From cultural information to population, you can become a better global citizen.

Scholastic True Files: Watch, read and learn through True Books. Great Science, Social Studies & Geography resources.

DK Find Out: Wide variety of resources on Science and History topics. Wonderful pictures and primary sources.

Maps Of the World: Just that, maps of the world. Click your way through Geography.

The True Size of: Excellent Geography resource. Allows users to choose any country and compare the sizes by dragging the country around the world. It does account for the curvature of the Earth. Could be used for Math or Science also!