Granger's World of Poetry
Provides access to full-text poems, citations, commentaries, biographies, and a poetry glossary. Includes selections of current and foreign language poems.
Novelist K-8 Plus: Book Recommendations
Explore reading recommendations for children's fiction and non-fiction titles, including lists of award winners and discussion guides for book clubs. Includes Accelerated Reader (AR) levels.
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Sora by OverDrive: eBooks, Audiobooks, and More
Sora is the app by OverDrive for students and schools. If your school offers Sora, you can now also borrow ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and magazines from the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) collection!
To get started:
- Go to soraapp.com in a browser on your computer or laptop, or download the Sora app on your tablet or smartphone.
- Log in to Sora with your school login, and then add our public library "Santa Clara County Library District" to the app using the hamburger button
in the top-right corner of the app (find more help here). - You can now switch between the library's collection and your school's collection using the hamburger button menu.
Sora will show you titles for your age group from the library's collection, and you can borrow them with your school ID or library Student eAccount. You will be able to borrow up to a maximum of 10 SCCLD titles at once and place up to 12 titles on hold.
Grades 4-8 Student Center by LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library is an interactive online learning platform that offers video courses, practice tests, and eBooks. The Grades 4-8 Student Resources Center provides skill-building resources for classroom and homework success. This center helps students in elementary and middle school prepare for important tests, get extra help with assignments, and boost their skills in important subjects. Resources are available in English and Spanish.
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Homework Help Now: Online Tutors by Brainfuse
Get homework help on any subject with an online tutor from 1-10 p.m., any day of the week. Spanish tutors are also available.
Additional services provided include the following:
- Writing Lab: Get feedback within one business day.
- SkillSurfer: Study resources and test prep.
- Send Question: Get a response within one business day.
- Language Lab: Live help learning Spanish.
- LEAP: Create a customized learning plan.
- Flashbulb: Create and share flashcards, tests and games.
- MEET Virtual Study Rooms: Collaborate with classmates.
- Brainwave videos: Record your notes to watch and share writing.
- Live Chess Tutoring: Online tutoring help from an expert chess coach. This service is available Monday - Thursday from 3:00-8:59 PM PST.
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Purdue Online Writing Lab
The Purdue Writing Lab offers free online writing tips, instructions, and examples to help you as a writer, no matter your skill level. Learn writing basics such as grammar and syntax.
Encyclopedia Britannica Middle School Edition
Access the online version of Encyclopedia Britannica for learning about any subject, including thousands of up-to-date articles, biographies, images, videos, audio clips and primary sources. Useful for essays, history assignments, and more. For all grades and all reading abilities.
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Encyclopedia Britannica Escolar
Acceda a la versión en línea de la Enciclopedia Británica en español para aprender sobre cualquier tema, incluidos miles de artículos, biografías, imágenes, videos, clips de audio y fuentes primarias de información. Útil para ensayos, tareas de historia y más. Para todos los grados y todas las habilidades de lectura.
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Explora
Explora is a fun, easy-to-use tool that can help you complete homework and classroom assignments. Discover articles, essays, non-fiction books, videos, and primary source documents for information on a variety of school subjects and related topics, including science, math, history, current events, literature, and more.
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Gale eBooks: Non-Fiction Reference (formerly Gale Virtual Reference Library)
Browse and search through hundreds of ready reference eBooks on science, history, literature, and much more. The collection includes multidisciplinary reference books, encyclopedias, almanacs, and primary sources.
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Literary Reference Center Plus
Gain information on thousands of authors and their works. Read reviews and articles about classics, novels, and poetry, author biographies, and more. Great for English Literature and Language Arts essays and homework.
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Oxford English Dictionary
Oxford English Dictionary is the main historical dictionary of the English language. It traces the historical development of the English language. Learn about the meaning, history and pronunciation of over half a million words, both present and past.
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World Book Encyclopedia
*World Book access is intermittent due to a technical issue. Please check back later.
Provides encyclopedia articles, edited to suit kids and adults. Also includes Spanish resources for elementary school users as well as activities and games, science projects, biographies, videos, pictures, maps and resources for teachers. This trustworthy reference is perfect for school reports and research papers.
Note: There are different portals for different age ranges.
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Rosetta Stone: Language Learning
*There is a known issue when logging in on Rosetta Stone on Apple (iOS) mobile devices, where Rosetta Stone does not authenticate library users and asks for a subscription. We are working with the vendor to resolve the issue. Please use PC, Mac, Chromebook, or an Android mobile device to sign in to Rosetta Stone.
Learn a new language or practice speaking and reading in one of 30 languages, including English. Lessons help build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Practice grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills using interactive voice comparison, illustrative images, quizzes, and challenges. Start with the basics, then lessons get harder as you improve.
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Grades 4-8 Student Center by LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library is an interactive online learning platform that offers video courses, practice tests, and eBooks. The Grades 4-8 Student Resources Center provides skill-building resources for classroom and homework success. This center helps students in elementary and middle school prepare for important tests, get extra help with assignments, and boost their skills in important subjects. Resources are available in English and Spanish.
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Homework Help Now: Online Tutors by Brainfuse
Get homework help on any subject with an online tutor from 1-10 p.m., any day of the week. Spanish tutors are also available.
Additional services provided include the following:
- Writing Lab: Get feedback within one business day.
- SkillSurfer: Study resources and test prep.
- Send Question: Get a response within one business day.
- Language Lab: Live help learning Spanish.
- LEAP: Create a customized learning plan.
- Flashbulb: Create and share flashcards, tests and games.
- MEET Virtual Study Rooms: Collaborate with classmates.
- Brainwave videos: Record your notes to watch and share writing.
- Live Chess Tutoring: Online tutoring help from an expert chess coach. This service is available Monday - Thursday from 3:00-8:59 PM PST.
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Princeton Companion to Mathematics eBook
This informational eBook introduces basic mathematical tools and vocabulary, explains essential terms and concepts, and examines core ideas in major areas of mathematics. It also describes the achievements of famous mathematicians, and provides some additional analysis about how math affects other subjects, such as biology, finance, music, and more.
CodeCombat
Choose your hero, collect gems, and defeat enemies as you make your way through this fantasy game that teaches Python, JavaScript, C++, and other coding languages! Master Web Development or Game Development with over 500 levels that teach new ideas, build on existing concepts, and challenge you to think outside the box.
You can play anonymously, but an account is required to save your progress. Look for the "Sign Up" and "Log In" buttons at the bottom of the screen to save your game.
Gale In Context: Environmental Studies
Experience environmental education with Gale In Context: Environmental Studies and get 24/7 access to nearly 400 pages across science, social studies, and the humanities. Organize, share, save, and cite easily with integrated tools for Students and Researchers.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos, and images. Topics include animals, history, peoples & cultures, science & technology, and more. This resource is great for report research and browsable for general interest exploration.
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Scholastic Go!
Scholastic Go! offers comprehensive nonfiction content for kids in grades 3 and up. Learn about animals, countries and states, science, history, and much more. Includes the following four encyclopedia databases: Amazing Animals, America the Beautiful, Lands and Peoples, and The New Book of Popular Science. Find daily news and current events, interactive maps, dictionaries, and videos.
Science Experiments
Have fun with science experiments. Whether you need to do a project for a school science fair or you want to be a mad scientist, our Experiments eBook collection can get you started. Learn how to formulate your hypothesis; design your experiment; record, analyze, and report your results.
Science Online
Find book and journal articles on a broad range of scientific disciplines including biology, chemistry, computer science, earth science, environmental science, marine science, space and astronomy, and physics. Also included are videos and animations, printable science experiments, diagrams, brief biographies of leading scientists and their achievements, key tables and data, and a comprehensive topic timeline.
ScienceFlix: STEM Books and Media for Ages 10-15
Scholastic ScienceFlix brings science education to students with hands-on scientific experiments, in-depth STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) careers exploration, and interactive videos, articles and lesson plans. For school aged children from 10 to 15 years old.
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TrueFlix: Science and Social Studies Books and Media for Ages 8-12
Scholastic TrueFlix is an online eBook service for children in grades 3-6 that offers nonfiction True Books and multimedia content to help students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build knowledge of curriculum-based Science and Social Studies content. Content includes nonfiction eBooks, primary sources, videos, audio clips, images, and related websites. TrueFlix helps students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build content-area knowledge. In addition, TrueFlix helps students achieve key college and career readiness support.
California Missions
Learn about the rich history of the California Missions: how they started, the people who ran them, the indigenous population, and their legacy today.
If you’re unable to access this resource, please use the following login credentials:
- Username: sccl
- Password: sccl
CultureGrams
Learn about countries from all over the world and the U.S. states. Additional features include maps, statistics, history, infographics, video clips, and images. For students grades 2-12.
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Cultures of the World
This series provides you with a comprehensive overview of different countries from around the world, including the people, geography, history, culture, government, religion, language, and leisure activities. Each book contains websites for additional research at the end of each chapter, up-to-date statistics and facts, updated maps, and photographs.
If you’re unable to access this resource, please use the following login credentials:
- Username: sccl
- Password: sccl
Explora
Explora is a fun, easy-to-use tool that can help you complete homework and classroom assignments. Discover articles, essays, non-fiction books, videos, and primary source documents for information on a variety of school subjects and related topics, including science, math, history, current events, literature, and more.
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It's My State! eBooks
This popular series provides background on the geography, history, people, government, and economy unique to each state within the United States.
Opposing Viewpoints (Gale in Context)
Provides full-text articles, pro/con viewpoints, interactive maps, infographics, and other primary sources which cover current events and social issues, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science, and more. Explore how people have different ideas about, and approaches to, various issues and events. Helpful for history and social studies essays, or for speech and debate classes.
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Scholastic Go!
Scholastic Go! offers comprehensive nonfiction content for kids in grades 3 and up. Learn about animals, countries and states, science, history, and much more. Includes the following four encyclopedia databases: Amazing Animals, America the Beautiful, Lands and Peoples, and The New Book of Popular Science. Find daily news and current events, interactive maps, dictionaries, and videos.
TrueFlix: Science and Social Studies Books and Media for Ages 8-12
Scholastic TrueFlix is an online eBook service for children in grades 3-6 that offers nonfiction True Books and multimedia content to help students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build knowledge of curriculum-based Science and Social Studies content. Content includes nonfiction eBooks, primary sources, videos, audio clips, images, and related websites. TrueFlix helps students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build content-area knowledge. In addition, TrueFlix helps students achieve key college and career readiness support.
U.S. History (Gale in Context)
This resource provides a variety of historical data from primary sources and reference documents. It also includes photographs, illustrations, and maps. Topics range from the arrival of Vikings in North America all to the way to the first stirrings of the American Revolution and on through the Civil Rights movement, 9/11, and the War on Terror.
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World History (Gale in Context)
This resource covers the people, cultures, events, and societies of the ancient and modern world. With thousands of full-text articles and primary sources, learn about everything from early civilizations to the Industrial Revolution, the Silk Road, the Space Race, and beyond. Also included are photographs, illustrations, and maps.
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Biography (Gale in Context)
Find a biography in our comprehensive collection covering the world's most influential people, both historic and contemporary.
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Explora
Explora is a fun, easy-to-use tool that can help you complete homework and classroom assignments. Discover articles, essays, non-fiction books, videos, and primary source documents for information on a variety of school subjects and related topics, including science, math, history, current events, literature, and more.
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TrueFlix: Science and Social Studies Books and Media for Ages 8-12
Scholastic TrueFlix is an online eBook service for children in grades 3-6 that offers nonfiction True Books and multimedia content to help students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build knowledge of curriculum-based Science and Social Studies content. Content includes nonfiction eBooks, primary sources, videos, audio clips, images, and related websites. TrueFlix helps students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build content-area knowledge. In addition, TrueFlix helps students achieve key college and career readiness support.
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