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Explora Primary Schools
A research interface for K-5. Simple search that quickly delivers relevant results including articles, essays, and primary source documents to help students feel successful in their research. Easy-to-browse categories organized by popular topic to give students research ideas. Topic overviews that provide students with a starting point for research.
Funk & Wagnalls
For students and adults alike, the Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia database indexes over 25,000 records, covering an array of topics. Full text for each record may be easily accessed by double-clicking on the topic from the display. The database contains various images and offers brief biographies as well as information in a variety of subject areas. This database is updated annually.
Khan Academy
“Learn almost anything for free.” 3300 videos explain many subjects.
NoveList K-8
Kids – Looking for a book in a series? An author who writes books similar to those by your favourite author? Or are you just looking for a book on a particular topic? This online resource can help you! There are over 46,000 books listed in this resource and you can find the ones that interest you by author, title, series or subject. Each listing also includes descriptions and reviews.
Spot Fake News
Learn 4 simple steps to be able to tell if what you are reading is fact or fake.
49th Kids
A huge database that can be searched by genre, age range, grade level or theme. Includes curated lists such as: Indigenous, award winners, refugees, and environment. A great resource for teachers and parents and teacher/parents!
Common Sense Media
Provides reviews and age suggestions for parents regarding books, movies and games. Discover media you feel good about sharing with your kids and students.