Middle Division (6–8)
Resources for students in grades 6–8
Resources for students in grades 6–8
Questions about reading on Sora? Need log-in information or help using any of the resources below? Contact your librarian. Ms. Neffson tneffson@theschool.columbia.edu
Questions about reading on Sora? Need log-in information or help using any of the resources below? Contact your librarian. Ms. Neffson tneffson@theschool.columbia.edu
A non-profit library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, websites, and more. Sign up for a free account with your email to "borrow" materials. Materials indendend for educational fair use only.
ABC-CLIO’s Social Studies Databases
Provides a wealth of primary sources, including photographs and government documents that challenge students to evaluate historical evidence, interpret current events, and make comparative analyses. (Grades 5-8)
Contact your Librarian or Social Studies teacher for log-in information.
Links to country reports that go beyond mere facts and figures to deliver a one-of-a-kind perspective on daily life and culture. In-depth reports covering 190+ countries and all 50 United States. (Grades 4-8)
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A comprehensive database of biographical information on more than one million people from throughout history, around the world, and across all disciplines and subject areas.
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A multidisciplinary database specifically designed for upper elementary and middle school learners, researchers, and educators covering areas such as history, health, language arts, math, science, social studies, and technology.
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Explore the Poetry Foundation website to find huge collection of poems. Not sure where to start? How about with Tropics in New York by Claude McKay.
Explore the TSC Digital Library with Sora!
Explore the TSC Digital Library with Sora!
The collection of titles in Sora is like the TSC’s physical library, only it provides 24/7 access to ebooks and audiobooks. Visit soraapp.com or download the app for free, and sign-in with your TSC email and password to start borrowing and reading books today!
Need help getting started with Sora?
Need help getting started with Sora?
Watch this short introduction to Sora video, check the Sora FAQ, or follow the step-by-step guide to Getting Started with Sora.
Watch this short introduction to Sora video, check the Sora FAQ, or follow the step-by-step guide to Getting Started with Sora.
SoraIntroVideo.mp4Need help choosing a book?
Need help choosing a book?
Try exploring the collections on Sora created by your Librarians: Browse books in collections like Own Voices, Sports, Science, Social Justice, or Things To Make and Do.
Try exploring the collections on Sora created by your Librarians: Browse books in collections like Own Voices, Sports, Science, Social Justice, or Things To Make and Do.
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2020 Summer Reading Suggestions from the TSC Library for Middle Division Students
2020 Summer Reading Suggestions from the TSC Library for Middle Division Students