ProQuest SIRS DiscovererSpecifically designed for middle school learners, researchers, and educators, ProQuest SIRS Discoverer includes articles and information on subjects including history, health, language arts, math, science, social studies, and technology. A built-in citation generator will help you cite your sources for papers and classwork.
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ProQuest eLibraryThis user-friendly reference tool for middle grade students boasts one of the largest collections of periodicals and digital media content for young researchers on a variety of subjects including language arts, history, math, science, social studies, political science, art, sports, health, & the performing arts. A built-in citation generator will help you cite your sources for papers and classwork.
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Writing a report on the pros or cons of a particular issue? ProQuest has you covered with this database of pro/con articles that provides up-to-date information to help middle grade researchers examine a topic from all angles. A built-in citation generator will help you cite your sources for papers and classwork.
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A age-appropriate and up-to-date information resource for Middle and High School. Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources that support student research and reinforce curriculum standards. Easily switch between reading levels to help students of any age with their research needs. Access generously provided by the CA State Library.
World Book Online is an engaging, verified, and trustworthy digital encyclopedia for middle school through high school students.
Gale Primary Sources: Archives UnboundDiscover rare monographs, manuscripts, historical newspapers, and more primary source documents with these topically focused digital collections. Supports academic research for high school & college students.
Gale eBooksExplore this database of encyclopedias and reference sources within the Gale eBooks platform for fully digital reference books that don’t require checkout and are available 24/7. Supports multidisciplinary academic research for high school & college students.
Brainfuse HelpNow Interact with live tutors, receive real-time help with specific subjects, submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback, and submit homework questions for expert guidance. Also access foreign language learning resources, practice worksheets, online flashcards, and much more. Brainfuse is HBPL's most comprehensive homework assistance resource.
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Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace. Here, you can tackle math, science, computing, history, art history, economics, and more. Khan Academy focuses on skill mastery to help learners establish strong foundations.
Accelerated Reader BookfinderSearch for books with AR Quizzes using this helpful website, then visit our online library catalog to see which books we have available for checkout at HBPL.
Explore the most extensive compilation of literary commentary available in an easy-to-use 24/7 online format that matches the exact look and feel of the print originals. Includes analysis from book excerpts, periodicals, and more.
Gale Literature Resource CenterFind up-to-date biographies, overviews, full-text criticisms, audio interviews, and reviews on writers from all eras.
Gale Literary IndexSearch this digital master index to find coverage of authors and works in over 130 literature products published by Gale. The referenced products themselves will contain complete biographies on authors and critical essays on their writings.
Vocabulary.comVocabulary.com combines the world's smartest dictionary with an adaptive learning game that will have you mastering new words in no time, whether you’re studying to ace tomorrow’s quiz, prepping for the SAT, or looking to speak and write more eloquently.
ProQuest CultureGrams
Explore the world with cultural information on more than 200 countries, research the United States, or experience daily life around the world in this collection of cultural resources for grades 6 - 12. A built-in citation generator will help you cite your sources for papers and classwork.
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Smithsonian Learning LabThe Smithsonian Learning Lab was created to inspire the discovery and creative use of this famous m useum's digital materials—more than a million images, recordings, and texts. It is easy to find something of interest because search results display pictures rather than lists. Students can add their own notes and tags, ask discussion questions, save their collections, and share with others. You can also look through other collections of images and objects from students, teachers, and museum staff.
Kendall Hunt Family Math Refresher VideosPublishing company Kendall Hunt has created a video series covering common math skills like adding and subtracting fractions, ratios, exponents, percentages, and more. Videos walk you through how to use these math skills step-by-step, giving students the skills and understanding to solve these common math problems themselves or giving parents the background knowledge to assist with more complex problems.
PBS NOVA LabsNOVA Labs is a new digital platform for teens where "citizen scientists" can actively participate in the scientific process. From predicting solar storms and designing renewable energy systems to tracking cloud movements and learning cybersecurity strategies, NOVA Labs participants can take part in real-world investigations by visualizing, analyzing, and sharing the same data that scientists use.
NOVA Science StudioThe NOVA Science Studio is another program from PBS that aims to empower youth — especially those that are underrepresented in STEM — to tell engaging science communication stories about the issues that matter to them. For more content, check out NOVA Next for articles on topics on the cutting edge of scientific discovery, NOVA Wonders for an awesome documentary series, or visit the NOVA YouTube channel.
National Geographic Resource LibraryAccess scientific encyclopedia entries, articles, activities, multimedia, and more. Plus, you can narrow your search by subject, grade level, and the type of resources you want to find, as well as search for specific science topics. From the National Geographic website, you can also access Learn Anywhere Resources on a variety of topics and for a wide range of grade levels.
Search the database of the CA Academy of Sciences to find lesson plans, videos & films, live online programs, and resource collections on a variety of science-based topics. Narrow your search results by grade level, language, subject, and type to help make your homework search that much easier.
