STMS- Using School Library Catalog-remote learning edition (video)
Using the school library catalog-the basics (Google Slides)
How to Place a Book on Hold-video
How to Place a Book on Hold-slides
Checking Out and navigating Follett ebooks and digital audiobooks (Google Slides)
Digital ebooks (fiction) and audiobooks in STMS Library Collection
Students and staff have access to several high quality subscription databases, including Gale ebooks, Gale Middle School in Context, Discovery Education, National Geographic Online Magazine, BrainPop and more. Find out how to access in school and at home.
Or Go to http://kcls.org for information about Curbside to Go service during Covid closures.
Not sure what to read next? Your librarians can provide personalized book recommendations - just ask!
You can also find book suggestions in our catalog using Destiny Discover. This short video shows you how.
We carry 3 different types of audiobooks. Choose the format that works best for you.
Handheld units: Simply plug your headphones in and go! Look for the Playaway or GoReader symbols in the audiobook section.
Books on CD: Require a CD player to listen. Find these on the bottom shelf of the audiobook section.
Digital audiobooks: Listen on a computer or download to a personal device. Find these in the online catalog.
Check out great book reviews from these websites:
Wondering what book comes next in a series? Use this tool:
(Hint: don't worry about completing all the fields. The author's name or a book title is enough.)
Interested in what different reading level labels mean? Just remember to take these with a grain of salt. Reading levels don't necessarily include your interest in the subject or the deeper levels of meaning that a book may include that can impact your ability to engage and be successful with the story.