The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is dedicated to sustaining all methods of youth learning as we acclimate to our evolving world. The library supports the many educational needs of the community, the students, the teachers and the parents of Arlington Heights. AHML welcomes all diverse learners and supports At-Home Learner families on their educational journey.
The Arlington Heights Memorial Library welcomes all diverse learners and supports homeschooling families on their educational journey. Home education is when teaching and learning is done in the home, often (but not always) by the primary caregiver outside of the brick and mortar walls of a public school system. There are many methodologies and philosophies of home education. For more information, please contact us at youthoutreach@ahml.info.
Resources about homeschooling available via the Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Illinois Homeschool Information
Arlington Heights Home Education Groups
The remote learning model is when the teacher and student are not physically together, but meeting in a virtual classroom through technology. Many remote learners are utilizing the curriculum set forth by the local school districts while being enrolled in a public school system. There are also virtual homeschooling alternatives.
If you are an educator, you can also visit our Teachers page for more information about specific services we can provide.
Thousands of detailed international maps (countries, regions, states, etc.), as well as topographic maps, climate maps, and more.
NEW: Fun interactive online lessons for learners ages 2-8. Features over 10,000 interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities—over 1000 of which are in Spanish. Includes assessment tools for parents. | App Information
Inside the library use this link.
Interactive stories, true books and games to play (preschool-3rd grade).
NEW: Helps students learn math, science, and engineering through bite-sized, interactive learning experiences. Covers algebra, geometry, number theory, logic, science and computing concepts.
Our educator's access to Brilliant.org is for users under 18 years old, upon parental/guardian request. Parents/guardians can request an account for their child HERE.
Kids' edition of the world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies, animal profiles and much more.
Young adult edition of the world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies, and more, as well as "how-to" guides for research projects, presentations, etc.
Thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks for your smartphone, tablet, eReader or computer. Apps include "Kids' Mode" to feature age-appropriate content more easily.
Hundreds of read-alongs, many based on popular movies, comics and children's books. (Children with a Kids' World-only card will need to use a parent's/guardian's hoopla account for access.
More than 1,000 award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Includes sewing/quilting/knitting, paper crafts, food, jewelry, holiday crafts and more. | Privacy note.
Current and past U.S. and Canadian tribes, large and small.
Articles from thousands of magazines/journals, covering all topics.
Articles from magazines, newspapers and reference sources to help students with projects and exploring their own interests.
Magazine, news and reference articles for middle school through undergraduate. Covers science, literature, history, social sciences, arts, etc.
Pro/con articles on major issues: gun control, drug legalization, immigration, etc. Especially useful for debate preparation, gaining context for election issues, etc.
eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, videos and music. "Kids' Mode" available to highlight age-appropriate titles.
Hundreds of read-alongs, many based on popular movies, comics and children's books. (Children with a Kids' World-only card will need to use a parent's/guardian's hoopla account for access.
Language learning for kids, pre-K to Grade 2; covers Spanish, French, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Hebrew, English, German, Arabic, Russian.
LOTE (Languages Other Than English) is collection of hundreds of children's read-alongs from around the world, presented in both their original languages and English. Also try the new LOTE4Kids app for Android/iOS.
Languages/cultural awareness. French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese German, English (for Spanish, Portuguese, and Polish speakers) and more, plus Little Pim for kids. Also has apps for iOS and Android (sign up via the website version first to get your username and password).
Primary source documents pertaining to the history of the United States, with commentary.
This product is no longer available. Please try the library's subscription to ABCmouse for fun online activities for young learners.
Full-text issues of National Geographic (1880-present) and National Geographic Traveler (2010-present). Hundreds of maps, videos and images.
Pictures, books and magazine articles about animals, science, history, cultures, the environment and more.
Simple articles for young readers. Special sections on Animals, Biography, Science and Social Studies.
Search for full text for the most popular children's magazines, e-books, and easy-to-read encyclopedic entries written specifically for kids.
Lessons in over 80 languages, focusing on pronunciation. Also, teaches English from 50 source languages. Also try Pronunciator's new Bluebird app for quick audio-based lessons on mobile devices.
Online tool offering unlimited access to award-winning activities and printable skills sheets, lesson plans, clip art, games, and other resources for teaching kids grades Pre-K to 8.
Web design, coding, mobile app development and more. Earn points/badges to track your progress and create a showcase for potential employers.
If you signed up for a library card online, you must receive a permanent library card (sent to your Arlington Heights address) before signing up for Treehouse.
New user? Account deactivated? Use our account activation form.
Additional FREE resources (no account required):
Live tutors online to help with math, science, English, social studies etc., as well as standardized tests (ACT, SAT, GRE, etc.) and career help (1-on-1 resume reviews, etc.) IOS App available.
A comprehensive encyclopedia with easier-to-read articles. Includes reference articles, text-to-speech capabilities, learning and life skills activities, research tools, multimedia, and interactive video.