Malverne Public Library Research Databases
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General Information Web Sites
| Brain Pop | Subscription site has some free material. Topics are aligned with state and national education standards. |
| Encyclopedia Americana | Detailed coverage of American and Canadian geography and history. |
| Encyclopedia Britannica | This general knowledge encyclopedia is continuously updated. |
| Grolier | Multimedia resources provide quick access factual information as well as broad overviews of general subjects. Contains: America the Beautiful, Encyclopedia Americana, Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia, Lands and Peoples, The New Book of Knowledge, and The New Book of Popular Science |
| Homework Spot | Created by teachers, researchers, and librarians. |
| Internet Public Library | Offers extensive subject collections and reference books. Site is maintained by librarians and information specialists. |
| Kids InfoBits | A database for students in kindergarten through grade 5, Kids InfoBits covers geography, current events, the arts and sciences, people, government, history, and more. |
| Kids Search | For students in grades K through 5, Kids Search provides an easy-to-use, graphically appealing interface for many databases. |
| Learning Express Library | This interactive online learning platform features over 770 practice tests, tutorials, and eBooks for students of all ages. |
| Merriam-Webster Word Central | Uses the Merriam-Webster Online Student Dictionary. |
| Nassau Library System’s Homework Help | Contains useful links to many topic-specific Web sites. |
| National Geographic Kids | Offers research help, stories, photos, activities, and games. |
| The New Book of Knowledge | This resource for middle grade students includes literary selections, a timeline, projects and experiments, news, homework help and more. |
| Primary Search | Contains the full-text for more than 60 elementary school magazines. |
| Searchasaurus | Searchasaurus is ideal for the youngest searchers. The animated interface with a dinosaur theme encourages young researchers to enhance and develop basic search methodologies. |
| 21st Century Explorer | Reference and learning tools for students who read below grade level, are dealing with specific learning problems, or are at risk of falling behind. Contains encyclopedias, an atlas, historic timelines, a dictionary, news, and other sources. |
History and Social Studies
| America’s Library | The Library of Congress the presents accessible information for kids. |
| Annals of American History | A year-by-year documentary of American thought and action. Read the original words of more than 1,500 authors. |
| Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids | A U.S. government-created Website for kids. |
| CIA World Factbook | Continually updated country information from a government resource. |
| The History Place | World and American history topics. |
| History Reference Center | Features historical encyclopedias and other non-fiction books, history periodicals, biographies, photos, maps and more. |
| Salem History | Several history databases from Salem Press, all in one place. |
| U.S. Government’s Kids’ Page | Children’s portal to government information. |
Math
| Ask Dr. Math | A question and answer service, with a searchable archive. |
| WebMath | Guides students through solving math problems. |
Reading
| Juvenile Series and Sequels | Mid-Continent Public Library’s extensive, searchable database of book series. |
| KidsReads | Reviews of children’s books and news about them. |
| LitFinder | Provides the full-text of poems, short stories, essays, speeches, and plays. Also includes biographies, work summaries, photographs, and a glossary. |
| NoveList K-8 | Find your next great book by searching for other books you have enjoyed. |
Science
| How Stuff Works | Reference, news, and other information from The Discovery Channel. |
| Kids Health | The Nemours Foundation’s site especially for kids. |
| NASA for Students | Get information from the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. |
| Ology | The American Museum of Natural History’s web site for kids. |
| Science Fair Project Guide | Helpful planning tool from the Internet Public Library. |
| WebElements | A kid’s guide to the Periodic Table. |
Miscellaneous
| Discovery Kids | The Discovery Channels site geared just for kids. |
| FBI for Kids & Teens | Learn about the FBI through games, tips, and interactive features. |
| Sesame Street eBooks | These eBooks feature audio narration, interactivity and animation bringing popular Sesame Street characters to life. |
| Smithsonian Institution for Kids | The iconic Washington museums have lots to offer kids. |
| Tumblebooks | An online collection of animated, talking picture books. |
