Persuasive Writing
Database of articles on social topics. Tutorials and support for writing persuasive essays. A password is needed for this if you're at home. Find it here.
CBC's streaming service for schools. Find news clips, documentaries, podcasts, radio shows etc. Create your own account. Instructions available here.
These two e-book encyclopedias have a huge number of interesting topics to explore. If you don't yet have an idea for your essay topic, check out their Tables of Contents. You can find the password to enter the encyclopedias here.
PASSWORD to use Britannica at home
Students can toggle between 3 reading levels on each article, have articles read aloud, and use Merriam-Webster's double click dictionary to hear words pronounced and read their definitions. Each article can also be translated into over 80 languages.