Digital Resources For Students Learning At Home

by Noelle Williams, Reference Services Coordinator

Are you a student learning from home? Need help finding information for a research paper or history project? Don’t get the homework blues! Whether you’re in grades K-12 or in college, the library has the tools you need to help you complete the assignment. Check out some of those resources below:

Homework Louisiana - Need help writing a paper? Can’t solve that math problem? Get live online tutoring for grades K-College.

Gale Literature - Find full text of literary works, journal articles, literature criticism and analysis, reviews, author biographies, and a rich collection of expertly written overviews of classic novels.

World Book Online - The online version of the renowned encyclopedia, World Book Online contains materials for all ages, including geography tools, history timelines, a digital first encyclopedia for young ones, and an in-depth guide on research for beginners.

Learning Express Library - Get ACT and SAT prep materials, occupational practice test, and study materials for every subject for students from grades K-College.

Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints - Covers today's hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This research database is a rich resource for debaters and includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more.

Scholastic Go! - Provides content for students in grade 3 and up. This resource includes carefully edited articles, online dictionaries and more. Explore international newspapers or interactive maps. Find easy to understand articles and watch videos through Scholastic Go!

To access these resources, all you need is your library card number. If you don’t have a library card, you can apply for a temporary card online. Want to learn more about some of our other online resources? Then visit our research information page. And don’t forget that a reference librarian is always available to help. So, don’t be shy! If you would like any assistance finding information or learning about these or other resources, book a reference librarian.

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