Reference Databases by Subject

Kids Search makes it easier for elementary/middle school students to look for their subjects of interest by automatically searching across all applicable databases simultaneously. Includes teacher resources.

NoveList K-8, a fiction database covering over 60,000 fiction titles, is designed especially for elementary and middle schools. Includes resources for teachers.

Searchasaurus is an exciting and easy way to experience online searching. It is an animated interface with a dinosaur theme that encourages young students to develop basic search skills.

TumbleBook Library is an online collection of animated talking picture books and other fun things for children including readable children's classics, some French and Spanish titles, and 60 educational games.

World Book Kids is designed especially for younger users, English-language learners, and reluctant readers. The site offers simple navigation, easy-to-read content, bright colors, and a graphical design.

L'Encyclopédie Découverte is written at a reading level appropriate for younger users who are native speakers and readers of French, as well as older students and adults for whom French is a second language.