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DATABASES
Curated, School-Appropriate Research Tools
Benefits of using online databases for information instead of the open Internet for research:
information is relevant, appropriate, and accurate
unbiased
written with authority (authors are qualified)
many citations are already done for you
ABC CLIO
ABC CLIO
At school, all students and staff have full access to these ABC-CLIO sites with our paid subscription. At home, you will need your school's ABC-CLIO username (chisholm) and password (chisholm) to access the following sites.
Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society
Benefits of using ABC-CLIO:
Capable of reading article aloud to you
Articles can be translated into other languages
Articles can be printed, emailed to yourself, and saved in Google Drive or sent to Google Classroom
When using the ABC-CLIO for research, citations are automatically generated at the top of the source (by clicking on the quotation marks) and bottom of each source.
Explora is a student-friendly research database with reliable articles, magazines, and reference sources to help you find accurate information for school projects.
Kansas State Library
Kansas State Library
Other relevant and free databases are provided by the Kansas State Library and can be accessed here. Please note that when accessing State Library of Kansas resources, your family’s home Internet Service Provider (ISP) must be registered in Kansas in order to access these free, state-provided resources. Access to resources from Kansas school campuses is automatic.
~ No username or password is necessary, besides your district username and password that you use each day. ~
If you have trouble accessing these resources, please see Mrs. Hoeven for a Kansas State Library Card to be issued to you.
Kansas State Library Databases for
Middle School Students
Kansas State Library Databases for Middle School.pdfONLINE ENCYCLOPEDIAS
Background Knowledge / Overview
CLICK HERE OR ACCESS THROUGH CLASSLINK
At school, all students and staff have full access to World Book with our paid subscription. For home use, you will need to enter your school's username (chisholmtrail) and password (worldbook) to access. After logged in, choose "Student".
Benefits of using World Book:
Capable of reading article aloud to you
Articles can be translated into other languages
Can change text size of articles for easier reading
Articles can be printed, emailed to yourself, and saved in Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive or sent to Google Classroom
When using the World Book for research, citations are automatically generated at the top of the source (under the gear symbol) and at the bottom of each source.
Britannica School is an educational site for your student(s) to use for homework help, projects, or learning at home. Access from ClassLink or use the search bar below.
Benefits of using Britannica School (Middle):
Capable of reading article aloud to you
Articles can be translated into other languages
Can change text size of articles for easier reading
Articles can be printed, emailed to yourself, or sent to Google Classroom
When using the Britannica School (Middle) for research, citations are automatically generated at the top of the source (under the checkmark).
TRUSTED WEBSITES/REAL-WORLD SOURCES
Real-World, But Require Evaluation
Trusted Websites for Kids (Government & Expert Sources)
Trusted Websites for Kids (Government & Expert Sources)
Be sure to choose the best page for your topic, check the date, and make sure you understand the information.
USA.gov
The official U.S. government site—find reliable information on many topics like laws, jobs, and daily life.
Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government
Learn how the U.S. government works with simple explanations made for students.
CDC (Centers for Disease Control)
Trusted health information about diseases, safety, and how to stay healthy.
NOAA Ocean Service (Kids)
https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/kids/
Explore oceans, weather, and climate with fun facts and real science.
NASA Space Place
Learn about space, Earth, and NASA missions through games and articles.
USGS Water Science School
https://www.usgs.gov/special-topics/water-science-school
Discover how water and Earth systems work with maps, data, and visuals.
EPA for Students
Learn how to protect the environment and understand air, water, and ecosystems.
National Park Service
Explore U.S. parks, history, and nature through photos, stories, and virtual tours.
America’s Library (Library of Congress)
https://www.americaslibrary.gov
Discover stories about American history, people, and events from the nation’s library.
Energy Kids (EIA)
Learn how energy is made and used with games and easy-to-understand facts.
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