Encyclopedias & General Reference
NOVELny databases are provided by the New York State Library. NOVELny is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Great starting point for research. Access to four complete encyclopedias- early elementary, elementary, middle and high school.
Great starting point for research. World Book Kids (grades K+), Student (grades 5+), Spanish, and Timelines.
More than 900 timely articles covering hot-button issues, with Pro-Con statements and more.
Pro/con articles on today’s hottest issues.
Maps, statistics, flags, recipes, photos and videos for more than 200 countries, all 50 American states, and the 13 Canadian provinces.
Research databases provided by the community library covering all subject-areas.
*Requires MMSCL barcode and password
Search over 50 Gale databases and collections at the same time.
With a kid-friendly interface, search through eBooks, magazine articles, images, and more.
Search through videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and more.
Contains more than 1,100 periodicals and 200 reports focused on K12 and post-secondary pedagogy.
Search William Floyd High School's print books, eBooks and DVDs on every topic.
Download William Floyd High School eBooks and audiobooks to smartphones, tablets, eReaders and personal computers. Use your WFSD computer login for access.
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