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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.
Parent & Student Resources
Find resources for parents and students of Community Consolidated School District 15 schools.
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.
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.
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.