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A to Z Maps Online
Thousands of detailed international maps (countries, regions, states, etc.), as well as topographic maps, climate maps, and more.
A to Z The USA
A large-scale encyclopedia of US state and country information. Topics include history, geography, demographics, education, food and recipes, government, crime, maps, media outlets, symbols, sports, and more.
A to Z World Culture
Information about the culture, language, history, food, religion, and much more, for 175 countries.
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Brilliant.org
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.
Arlington Heights cardholders onlyBritannica Library--for Children
Kids' edition of the world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies, animal profiles and much more.
Britannica Library--for Young Adults
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.
Britannica Library--Reference Center
The world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies and much more.
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Ebsco Explora
Updated interface allows simultaneous searching of MasterFile Complete, Academic Search Complete, Business Source Premier and others, with additional browsing tools. Learn how to create a search alert here.
Explora Middle Schools
(Formerly Middle Search Plus) Search popular middle school magazines, reference e-books, and thousands of primary source documents and videos for help with homework, writing assignments and exploring your interests. Learn how to create a search alert here.
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Gale in Context: Elementary
Articles from magazines, newspapers and reference sources to help students with projects and exploring their own interests.
Gale in Context: High School
Magazine, news and reference articles for middle school through undergraduate. Covers science, literature, history, social sciences, arts, etc.
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints
Pro/con articles on major issues: gun control, drug legalization, immigration, etc. Especially useful for debate preparation, gaining context for election issues, etc.
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History Reference Source
Reference books, magazine/journal articles and multimedia focusing on U.S. and world history. Learn how to create a search alert here.
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Literary Reference Source
Includes plot summaries, critical essays, reviews and author biographies/interviews, as well as thousands of full-text poems and short stories. Learn how to create a search alert here.
LOTE4Kids (Languages Other Than English)
LOTE (Languages Other Than English) is collection of thousands 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.
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National Geographic
Full-text issues of National Geographic (1880-present) and National Geographic Traveler (2010-present). Hundreds of maps, videos and images.
National Geographic Kids
Pictures, books and magazine articles about animals, science, history, cultures, the environment and more.
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Peterson's Test Prep
Prep/practice tests for GED, ACT, GRE, GMAT, SAT, AP, job-related tests, TOEFL, citizenship and more. Search for colleges/scholarships or use the online resume builder and career exploration tools. Full list of tests & courses.
Points of View Reference Source
Provides rich pro/con content to help assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills. Learn how to create a search alert here.
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Scholastic Teachables
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.
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Tumble Book Library
Animated stories you can read along to, as well as story books, full eBooks, graphic novels, nonfiction, puzzles & games and more. Also try the iOS and Android apps.
Tutor.com: Live Homework Help & More
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.). Also features on-demand practice tests, learning materials and video tutorials from The Princeton Review. IOS & Android Apps available. Limit 10 live sessions/document drop-offs per week (no limit on test prep, resume creation tools, etc.). Requires creation of a free profile in Tutor.com (at the upper right of the sign-in page).
Visit Tutor.com's Webinar Hub to register for free upcoming and recorded webinars on topics such as College Readiness, Job and Career Support, Student Success, K–12 Education, Test Prep and Higher Education.
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World Book Discover
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.
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