Homework Help - Kids

Databases

Need a really cool science fair idea? Or working on a school report on different countries? With your library card, you have access to reliable resources 24/7. To check out all of our databases, click here. Below is a list of resources that are meant specifically for kids.

Britannica Library Children - Encyclopedia Britannica for kids in K-5. Includes research tools, history, and current events
Primary Search - Containing full-text for more than 80 of the most popular elementary school magazines covering an array of topics

Staff

The library staff is here to help! Visit any of our branches and let us assist you in finding what you need. Or ask us via email!

Helpful Links

A list of outside resources selected by the librarians

Jersey Clicks: A portal for federated searching of full-text databases offered by the New Jersey State Library, the New Jersey Network, and funds from the Library Services and Technology Act.

KidSpace @ The Internet Public Library: Reference resource for kids featuring both a large collection of information and the ability to ask a question by submitting an online form.  

Countries and Their Cultures:   Geographical and sociological information on countries of the world, including the areas of language, religion, folklore, food, etc; and subcultures within the U.S.    

History Central: A resource for U.S. and world history, including biographies and primary source documents and the relation of history to current events.  

U.S. World Wildlife Fund: Information on endangered species. 

DK Find Out: Learn about animals, space, history, math, and science through videos, quizzes, and photo galleries.