Middle Country Public Library
Centereach & Selden, NY
Children
Kids’ Databases
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ABC Mouse Home AccessABCmouse Early Learning Academy offers the most comprehensive online curriculum for children ages 2–8+, including reading and language arts, math, beginning science, social studies, art and music. ABCmouse stimulates a child’s enthusiasm for learning through over 10,000 interactive learning activities—including books, educational games, puzzles, art activities, songs, music videos, and more— that are highly engaging and extremely educational. |
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Academic OneFileAcademic OneFile is the premier source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world's leading journals and reference sources including coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects. Updated daily. |
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Access Video On Demand: Just for KidsJust for Kids Access Video gives kids a fun and educational place to stream a wide variety of videos without advertisements. |
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BeanstackPiggie and Elephant again?! Sign up to have a weekly list of recommended books based on your favorites delivered to your inbox with Beanstack! You can also register for the libraries Winter and Summer Reading Programs! |
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Biography Resource Center + Lives & PerspectivesA comprehensive database of biographical information on over 340,000 people from throughout history, around the world, and across all disciplines and subject areas. |
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BookFlixScholastic BookFlix is an online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. This engaging resource will help early readers develop and practice essential reading skills. |
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Brainfuse – CollegeNowThis service assists patrons in every step of the college admissions process, making higher education more accessible and attainable for all. CollegeNow's Key Features Include: Application Resources, Admissions Interview Resources, Financial Aid Resources, and Writing Lab. Plus interactive with live college counselors! |
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Brainfuse – ElementaryStuck on a math problem? Science homework giving you trouble? Log in and chat live with a certified educator for help in math, science, reading/writing, and social studies. Live academic assistance is available every day from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST. All you need is a library card! |
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Brainfuse – Live Study HelpStuck on a math problem? Need a proof read before you submit your paper? Log in and chat live with certified educators who provide 1 on 1 help in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests and language lab. Take advantage of the 24-hour online writing lab and Homework Question Center. Live academic assistance is available every day from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST. All you need is a library card! |
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Brainfuse Live Homework HelpGot Homework? Get FREE help online from real tutors. Live academic assistance is available every day from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM! Includes K-12 Student Center, College Center, and Adult Education & Career Center. |
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Britannica Academic EditionDiscover encyclopedia articles, full-text journal and magazine articles, primary sources, multimedia, and other unique resources and tools for college-level learners, researchers, and faculty. |
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Britannica ElementaryNeed information about your favorite animal? A famous person? Click here first! Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources for K - 6th. |
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Britannica EscolarBritannica Escolar is an informative resource for primary and secondary education that is safe, updated and appropriate for each educational level. Discover encyclopedic articles, multimedia resources and other learning materials that support student research and reinforce curriculum programming. |
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Britannica Escolar PrimariaBritannica Escolar Primaria is an informative resource for elementary students that is safe, updated and appropriate for each educational level. Discover encyclopedic articles, multimedia resources and other learning materials that support student research and reinforce curriculum programming. |
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Britannica Escolar SecundariaBritannica Escolar Secundaria is an informative resource for middle school students that is safe, updated and appropriate for each educational level. Discover encyclopedic articles, multimedia resources and other learning materials that support student research and reinforce curriculum programming. |
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Britannica HighHave a research paper or project? Click here before you Google! You'll access current and verified encyclopedia articles, primary resources and multimedia! |
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Britannica MiddleHave a research paper or project? Click here before you Google! You'll access current and verified encyclopedia articles, primary resources and multimedia! |
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Britannica School (all 3 levels)Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources for Elementary, Middle and High School. |
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Children’s Literature ReviewThis illustrated series covers more than 600 writers and illustrators for children and young adults. Typical entries consist of a listing of major works and awards and criticism from significant reviews and commentaries on the author's or artist's works. |
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CultureGramsDid you know the United States has more than 250,000 rivers! Access interesting facts, information and even recipes from 182 countries around the world! There are three editions: World, Kids, & States. |
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Educate StationEducate Station provides ready-to-use, hands-on activities for Pre K - 5th grade. Learning plans and worksheets are provided for ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies and Social Emotional Learning subject areas. The Educate Station team is committed to inspiring joyful learning and supporting kids, teachers, and parents. |
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Explora (EBSCO)Learn more about your favorite subject. Read magazines, newspapers, biographies, primary sources, and country information. Find images for class projects and learn vocabulary. Translate articles into more than 30 languages. |
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Fiero CodeLearn the basics of coding! (Formerly Prenda Code Club) |
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Gale in Context: ElementaryMeets the research needs of students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. It features a developmentally appropriate, visually graphic interface, a subject-based topic tree search and full-text, age-appropriate, curriculum-related magazine, newspaper and reference content for information on current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, sports and more |
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General OneFileA one-stop source for news and periodical articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health care, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology, and many general interest topics. Millions of full-text articles, many with images. Updated daily. |
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Grzimek’s Animal Life EncyclopediaA completely revised and updated version of the original work published in Germany in 1960, this edition incorporates recent developments in the animal world as noted by prominent advisors and contributors from the scientific community. |
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Libby by Overdrive: Download Library eBooksDid you know your local library has thousands of ebooks and audiobooks? You can borrow them instantly using just the device in your hand. Get the Libby app for your smartphone or tablet and start downloading ebooks and audiobooks today! |
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LOTE4KidsThe platform now provides over 3000+ digital picture books in 65+ World Languages, including English translations. |
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Mango LanguagesThe increasing importance of foreign language knowledge is more evident today than ever before. And Mango has utilized advanced technologies to make this increasingly necessary process of foreign language learning incredibly fun, simple, effective and accessible. Offers 65 languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Greek, Russian, and Mandarin Chinese. Mango also offers English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. |
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Miss Humblebee’s AcademyMiss Humblebee’s Academy is an award-winning, online kindergarten-readiness solution for children ages three to six. The program lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning success, building strength in core subject areas: language and literacy, math, science and social studies, art and music, social and emotional learning, and fitness. |
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Muzzy OnlineIn Spanish, French, English, German and Italian, MUZZY Online is a comprehensive, interactive and fun way for kids to learn a second language. |
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National Geographic KidsReputable, authoritative, and age-appropriate content that brings kids the world in a way they've never seen it before. Fun and substantive, National Geographic Kids will take them on amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space. |
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NoveList – TeenWhat should I read next? That can be a tough question! You can browse NoveList by genre, by what's new or type in your favorite book title and check out the read-a-like selection. You'll find your next favorite book in no time! |
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NoveList K-8What should I read next?! That can be a really tough question! Log into Novelist K-8 to browse genres, see what's new, read professional reviews and find your next favorite book! |
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Opposing ViewpointsThe premier online resource covering today’s hottest social issues, from Offshore Drilling to Climate Change, Health Care to Immigration.Opposing Viewpoints in Context helps students research, analyze and organize a broad variety of data for conducting research, completing writing assignments, preparing for debates, creating presentations and more. |
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ParentTVMiddle Country Public Library is thrilled to offer you access to ParentTV. ParentTV offers thousands of on-demand parenting videos and courses with content designed to support those who care for children, from pregnancy through to teenage years. ParentTV works with leading psychologists, pediatricians, mental health specialists, nutritionists, occupational therapists and parenting educators across the globe. Search and find videos on general parenting, play, behavior, child development, mental health, sleep, nutrition, technology and more. Most videos are under 10 minutes in length and can be accessed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. |
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PronunciatorPronunciator is the world’s largest language-learning service. With Pronunciator, you have access to courses for over 80 languages, spoken by 95% of the world’s population. And if your native tongue isn’t English, don’t worry! You can choose any one of 50 languages to take your courses in. |
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ScienceFlixScienceFlix combines curriculum-driven, leveled content, interactive features, and intuitive navigation into a single, highly-engaging digital resource for students in grades 4 through 9. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards and designed for unparalleled student engagement, ScienceFlix provides an in depth examination on more than 30 different scientific topics. |
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Something About the AuthorProvides first-time comprehensive online access to all volumes ever printed in Gale's™ acclaimed and long-standing Something About the Author series, which examines the lives and works of authors and illustrators for children and young adults and is the preeminent source on authors and literature for young people. |
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TumbleBooksAn online collection of TumbleBooks - animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. TumbleBooks are created by adding animation, sound, music and narration to existing picture books in order to produce an electronic picture book which you can read, or have read to you. |
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Weston Woods PlusA new digital platform that makes connecting children to their favorite stories easier than ever! |
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World Book WebA suite of online research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related Web sites. Includes: World Book Student, World Book Online Info Finder, World Book Online Reference Center, World Book Online For Kids, World Book Differentiated Package, Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos Hispanica, World Book Kids, World Book Advanced, and World Book Discover. |
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World Geography & Culture Online by Facts On FileCombines detailed, printable, full-color maps of countries, provinces, and states with up-to-date statistical and local information. |
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