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The Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda School District and New York State pays for selected encyclopedias and databases which are age and grade appropriate. This is a great place to start research, knowing that the articles are child-friendly and educationally sound.
***Please see Ms. Silver for a list of passwords***
Databases
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{World Book Online}
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The Internet version of this popular encyclopedia is updated often. It contains current, accurate, facts and information. This is a great resource to examine as you start your research project. |
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{Grolier Multimedia Online}
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This database contains seven encyclopedias and is an excellent resource to search if you are looking for general information on a topic. |
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{PebbleGo} |
This database is targeted towards our youngest researchers. It provides information on hundreds of animals as well as audio and video clips, carefully leveled text and educational games.
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{EBSCO Searchasaurus}
{Kids Search}
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Both of these databases contain easy to navigate interfaces making them extremely kid friendly. They are provided to libraries across NYS free through NOVEL funding. |
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{SIRS Discoverer}
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This database contains articles from hundreds of magazines and newspapers arranged by subject. There are also specialized sections including maps of the world, biographies and current events. |
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{BrainPopJr} |
BrainPOP Jr. creates animated, curriculum-based content that engages students and supports educators. It feature free lesson plans, video tutorials, professional development tools, graphic organizers, best practices, groups and forums.
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{AP} |
Over 1,000,000 photographs, graphics, and audio sounds bytes spanning from 1826 and as current as today. Media for all subject areas. Updated daily.
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| {TeachingBooks.net} |
Use this site to find engaging author programs and K-12 book resources.
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{InfoTrac}
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This database includes hundreds of magazine and newspaper articles and over 300 maps. It will be most helpful if you click on "Junior Edition". It is provided to libraries across NYS free through NOVEL funding. |
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