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Homework Help



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Are you working on a research project or prepping for an upcoming test? These resources might be what you need.


Online Resources

Our selection of online educational tools are great for homework help. Please have your Rolling Meadows Library Card ready to access these resources. Need help? Call the Ask Me Desk at 847-259-6050 x140.


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A to Z Maps Online

Use from home Library Card Required  Thousands of maps for homework and test prep. How well do you know the state capitals? Also includes flags of the world, glossaries, video guides, quiz games,  and more.

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Explora (Students Grades K-4)

Use from home Library Card Required Learn about any topic for homework or fun with children's magazines, eBooks, biographies and, encyclopedia entries perfect for primary school students.

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Explora (Students Grades 5-8)

Use from home Library Card Required  Find research materials, popular magazines, newspapers, primary source documents and eBooks covering a wide range of topics.

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GCF Learn Free

Use from home Whether you need to learn new words, practice your reading skills, or expand your knowledge of fractions, decimals, percents, and algebra, these interactive lessons can help.

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Khan Academy

Use from home  Informative videos and practice exercises to help students succeed at every grade level. Free lessons in math, science, humanities, reading, and even life skills. Also includes test preparation for grades K-14.

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Mango Languages

Use from home Library Card Required Popular  Mango courses are great for just about anyone who is old enough to read! Which of their languages do you want to learn? ESL courses in over 20 languages.

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Points of View Reference Center

Use from home Library Card Required  Helps students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

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Read It!

Use from home Library Card Required  Designed to support learners who are developing English language proficiency and need adapted reading materials. It offers resources to help build background knowledge, conduct research and improve study skills.

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Scholastic GO!

Use from home Library Card Required  An Encyclopedia especially for kids. Scholastic GO is the most kid-friendly, comprehensive learning and knowledge resource on the Internet today. Also includes GO Tube Video Library!

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STEAM Powered Kids

Use from home Library Card Required  Fuel your passion for all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) with this collection. Perfect for inquisitive kindergarteners to preteens.

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World Book - Early Learning

Use from home Library Card Required  (Grades PreK+) Image-based navigation helps young readers navigate through stories, games, videos, and interactive coloring pages for educational entertainment.

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World Book - Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos

Use from home Library Card Required  (Grades K+) This learning resource features interactive components, a visual dictionary, and illustrated articles in Spanish. Una enciclopedia interactiva para niños.

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World Book - Kids

Use from home Library Card Required  (Grades PreK+) Image driven content fo r curious kids to explore. Learning with easy-to-read articles, engaging images and videos, interactive games and activities, and more.

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World Book - Student

Use from home Library Card Required Favorite  (Grades 5+) An online learning website including articles from The World Book Encyclopedia, a Biography Center, dictionary, atlas, and multimedia collection.

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World Book - Timelines

Use from home Library Card Required  (Grades 5+) Hundreds of timelines cover various periods in history or span the lives of historical figures. Create their own timelines from scratch, adding events, descriptions, and media.

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More Resources

Don't forget about our in-house services and your own school's resources.

Parent & Student Resources

Find resources for parents and students of Community Consolidated School District 15 schools.

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Kid's Computer Zone

A library card is NOT required to use a computer. We offer internet access (Chrome, Edge, and Firefox), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher), and printing on all desktop computers.

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High School Students Resources

Find databases, learning tools, and news to help with your homework needs including researching topics, essay writing, preparing for presentations, finding primary sources, and more.

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Reading Lists

To browse books in the library ask for help at the Ask Me Desk.


Recommended Websites

Essay Map External Link
Interactive graphic organizer to develop an outline that includes an introductory statement, main ideas, supporting details, and a conclusion.

Oxford English Dictionary Online External Link
Up-to-date dictionary and English thesaurus.

Purdue Online Writing Lab (for Grades 7-12) External Link
Online writing resources and instructional material developed by Purdue University.