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USING
THE INTERNET FOR HOMEWORK
Databases for Kids
Evaluating Internet Resources
Including Internet Resources in Your Bibliography
The Internet contains a lot of information but it may not be the best place
to do your research for a homework assignment. Ask the librarians for help and
remember that other members of your class may have already begun working on
this assignment and we may already have found the best source of information
on your topic.
Databases for Kids
These databases are available from within the library and from your home or office. To access from home, use your library card barcode as your ID number. All databases are funded by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the six Regional Massachusetts Library Systems unless otherwise noted.
Biography Resource Center
From the Library
From Anywhere
Combines biographies from reference books with full-text articles from hundreds of periodicals.
eLibrary
From the Library
From Anywhere
A general reference database which includes full-text newspapers & magazines, plus photos, images and maps, a dictionary, thesaurus, almanac and more. Access funded by the SouthEastern Massachusetts Library System.
World Book Online
From the Main Library Children's Room
From Anywhere
An online encyclopedia database with information for both elementary and older students. Access funded by the Thomas Crane Public Library.
Kids InfoBits
From the Library From Anywhere
Search magazines & reference books for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more. This database is designed for students in kindergarten through grade 5.
InfoTrac Junior Edition
From the Library
From Anywhere
This periodical database is designed for students in junior high and middle school, with access to magazines, newspapers and reference books for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more.
LearningExpressLibrary
From Anywhere
Use this free interactive test practice service to practice reading and math skills in preparation for the MCAS. You'll get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of your results. To register as a new user, use your OCLN library card number as your user name and pick a password you'll remember. Then you can use LearningExpressLibrary any time, from home or in the library. Access funded by the Thomas Crane Public Library.
NoveList
From Anywhere
Find a good book to read! If you have a favorite author, find other authors you might enjoy. If you're hooked on a series, find all the books in that series. Or find books on topics or themes you enjoy reading about, like dogs or undersea adventure. NoveList K-8 provides a database of young adult, children’s and easy titles designed for children in pre-K, elementary and middle school. Access funded by the Thomas Crane Public Library.
Evaluating Internet Resources
When using the Internet for homework assignments, take a critical look at the
site before using any information. Things to think about include: who wrote
or posted the information, is it up-to-date, is it biased and, most importantly,
is the information correct?
Detailed information on evaluating Internet resources can be found at:
Kathy
Schrock's Guide for Educators
Multnomah County Library Homework Center
Including Internet Resources in Your Bibliography
Remember that information from the Internet must be included in your bibliography.
Information on citing different types of online materials may be found at:
Columbia Guide to Online Style
EasyBib (automatic online bibliography maker)
Guide to Preparing a Bibliography
Quincy Public Schools Research Handbook
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