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Britannica Image Quest General reference resource for multiple age groups.
Britannica School General reference resource for multiple age groups.
Culture Grams Concise cultural and statistical snapshots of every country recognized by the United Nations
Early Learning Interactive videos and activities that break down complex ideas into digestible bites that can be easily processed.
EBSCO Primary Search Primary resources using an a traditional text interface.
FactCite Access to all of your FactCite subscriptions.
FactCite 1-2-3 For primary grade researchers. FactCite 1-2-3! presents biographies, mythology, animals, the planets, element, solar system, U.S. states, and countries. Simple screen designs, audio read-along, accessible text, and engaging illustrations. "Step Up to a Reading Challenge" icon activated when subscription includes next reading level database.
FactCite American History Articles on people, places, and events in American History.
FactCite Biography for Beginners Biographies of famous people from around the world.
FactCite Countries and Cultures Comprehensive coverage of the countries of the world, illustrated. Supports research for country reports and activities such as Model UN and debate. Sections include curated weblinks for further study.
FactCite Mythology Greek and Roman gods, goddesses, heroes, places, and other aspects of Greek and Roman mythology.
FactCite: Science and Technology Illustrated coverage of the Elements, Planets, Ecosystems, Animals, and Plants. For grades 4 to 9.
Gale In Context: Elementary Formerly Kids InfoBits A general reference resource for primary and elementary.
Gale in Context: Middle School Created for middle-schoolers, Research in Context combines Gale reference content with age-appropriate videos, periodicals, primary sources, and more
Generation Genius
Kids Discover Kids Discover Online offers a growing library of over 2,000 engaging Science, Social Studies, and Nonfiction articles, written at 3 Lexile Reading Levels. Reading levels are geared towards grades 3-8. Kids Discover Online includes lesson-planning tools for educators, standards and curriculum alignment, online assessments, and more.
News-O-Matic News-O-Matic is a digital news platform designed for K–8 students, offering daily, age-appropriate nonfiction articles that align with educational standards in subjects like ELA, science, social studies, and social-emotional learning. The platform emphasizes safety and accessibility by providing content reviewed by a child psychologist, multiple reading levels, audio narration, and translations in several languages. Interactive features such as videos, quizzes, and a "News Room" for student engagement enhance the learning experience. Educators benefit from tools like lesson plans and customizable units to seamlessly integrate current events into their teaching.
PebbleGo Curricular content for K-3 students with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy support.
PebbleGo Next
World Book Kids Online general resource developed especially for young students.
World Book Student Elementary and middle school general reference resource.

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