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Teacher Services

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We are dedicated to supporting Rolling Meadows teachers as they inspire a love of reading and spark an interest for learning. Discover how the Library can help you and your students.

We're Here to Help Your Students

We are here to educate, inform and entertain your students. Make sure your Rolling Meadows students and their parents/caregivers know about these library services.

Digital Library:

Students can use their card to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, music, movies and TV shows from home, any time of the day on the Read & Listen and Watch & Listen pages.

Homework:

Younger students can find homework resources like Explora for Elementary Schools, Scholastic GO!, and World Book encyclopedias on the Learn & Explore page. Older students can also find student resources on the Homework and Test Prep for Student pages.

Library Cards:

Any student living in Rolling Meadows is eligible for a library card. We can send applications to your classroom in English and Spanish OR encourage parents to apply online in English or español.

Library Computers:

Kids in 8th grade or younger can use the computers in the Child Friendly Computer Zone. They can access filtered internet access, Microsoft Office, and printing. 

Online Learning:

Your students can take advantage of online educational resources using thier library card. Our at home learning resources include: Creativebug, Mango Languages, Steam Powered Kids, and many more! See all online resources.

Study Spaces:

Youth Services has comfy chairs to read in, as well as, tables (seats four) for studying and doing homework.

Volunteer:

Join the Middle School Advisory Board to discuss program ideas for the library, book purchase suggestions, prize ideas, service projects, and more. This is a volunteer opportunity and may be applicable for service hours.

Youth Events:

Don't let your students miss out on great in-person events and at home activities.

We're Here to Help You

Assignment Alerts:

We can help your students further their research with quality information. Notify a librarian about an upcoming assignment and we will gather grade specific resources for your students to use at the library. Please give at least three weeks notice. Email schools@rmlib.org or call the Ask Me Desk at 847-259-6050 x140 to alert us to an upcoming assignment.


Classroom Visits:

Let us come to you and bring resources to your school.Learn more and request a classroom visit.


Library Field Trip:

Schedule a walking field trip to the Rolling Meadows Library. Learn more and request a library field trip.


Teacher Book Bags:

The right books can help your students engage and develop academically while working independently. We can select a bag full of the best high-intrest books for your students. Learn more and request a teacher book bag.


Teacher Library Card Number:

This is a library card number assigned to teachers working with children in a Rolling Meadows school. Borrow elegible materials for FREE with a loan period of four weeks. Email schools@rmlib.org or call the Ask Me Desk at 847-259-6050 X140 to request a techer library card number.


Library materials For Teachers:

With your teacher library card number you can check out select materials for classroom use. Eligible items from Youth Services include: fiction books, non-fiction books, magazines, audiobooks, kits, non-fiction videos, and Cds. To check out non-eligible materials (youth AV and all adult items) please use your personal library card.

Contact Us

School Services Coordinator
3110 Martin Lane
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

schools@rmlib.org
847-259-6050 x140

ONline Resources

See every online resource the Library has to offer on the A–Z Online Resources page.

Use from home = Use from home

Library Card Required = Library card required

Gale Presents Udemy

Use from home Library Card Required  Thousands of on-demand video courses on topics like ChatGPT for teachers, intuitive curriculum development, teaching with Google Classroom, and more.

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GCF Learn Free

Use from home  Thousands of free lessons for essential digital skills needed to succeed in the modern classroom. Find GCF teacher guides on tech issues, internet safety for kids, and more.

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NoveList K-8 Plus

Use from home Library Card Required  Designed to connect young readers with books they'll love! Search by genre, subject, and grade level to find fiction and nonfiction reading recommendations for kids.

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The Great Courses: Teaching

Find more online training, videos and tutorials on the online learning page.

The Art of Teaching Children's Guide to Folklore and Wonder Tales
How the World Learns How to Speak Effectively in Any Setting How We Learn