Live Learning & General Resources
- Brain Fuse: Live tutoring, writing lab, learning resources, and college test prep. Library card required.
- MeL Kids & MeL Teen: Michigan eLibrary resources for homework help, college prep, and career assistance.
- Time for Kids: Current events and educational resources tailored for young learners.
- National Geographic Kids: Explore animals, science, history, and geography with interactive resources.
- Fun Brain: Games, videos, and books designed for a fun learning experience.
- Starfall: Engaging educational games and activities. Subscription needed for full access.
Research Resources
- Britannica School:
- Elementary: Articles and media for younger learners.
- Middle: Resources for middle school research.
- High: High school-level content, including primary/secondary sources and videos.
- World Book Kids: Accessible, engaging encyclopedia articles for children.
- Biography Reference Center: Explore the lives of influential individuals.
- Gale in Context – Opposing Viewpoints: Balanced perspectives on contemporary issues for developing critical thinking.
English & Literature
- Project Gutenberg: Free classic ebooks for download or online reading.
- Bartleby: Classic poetry and literature available online.
- SparkNotes: Summaries, analyses, and “No Fear Shakespeare.”
- CliffsNotes: Detailed summaries, analyses, and author bios.
- GradeSaver: Comprehensive chapter analyses, themes, and summaries.
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary: Dictionary, thesaurus, and language resources.
- Purdue OWL: Writing, research, and citation guidance.
- 826 Michigan: Writing skill development and support.
- Read.gov: Promote reading with free resources and materials for kids.
Math & Science
- Cool Math: Fun math lessons and games.
- Math.com: Tutorials on pre-algebra, calculus, and everything in between.
- The Math Page: CUNY’s free online math courses.
- WebMath: Instant math problem solvers.
- How Stuff Works: Learn how things work, from physics to space science.
- WebElements: Explore the periodic table and element facts.
- Bill Nye the Science Guy: Fun and educational science videos and experiments.
- Extreme Science: Learn about nature’s extremes, from weather to animals.
Social Studies
- Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government: Simplified civics for kids.
- Social Studies for Kids: History, geography, and social studies resources.
- Farmer’s Almanac for Kids: Weather facts, science tips, and fun activities.
- Smithsonian: Educational content and games from the Smithsonian Institution.