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Resources for Parents 

 

Parent Resources

Below we've provided a list of important links for parents.  On the left you'll find links to the library's databases.  These are reliable, subject-based collections of encyclopedia entries, magazine articles, journal articles, even photographs and videos! 

On the right there are some Internet sites that will help you navigate the library, connect your child with books or connect you with other parents in the area. 

 Library Resources for Parents

ABC Clio Social Studies
A collection of databases including: American Government, American History, State Geography, United States at War, World History-Ancient and Medieval Eras, World History-Modern Era and World Geography.
African American History Online (from Facts on File)
Provides expansive and in-depth information on the people, events, and topics important to the study of African-American history. When accessing from outside the library, click the "Facts on File" link to get to this resource.
American Government
 
from ABC-CLIO
American History
from ABC-CLIO. A worldwide perspective ranging from the dawn of prehistory through the great ancient empires to the beginning of the Renaissance. This includes ancient Africa, the Muslim world and the Orient.
Biography Resource Center + Marquis Who's Who® and the Lives & Perspectives Collection
Find current or historic people by name, occupation, nationality, ethnicity, birth/death dates and places, or gender, or by keyword and full text.
Boys and Girls Club of Lee CountyBoys and Girls Club of Lee County
Get information about the local chapter, make an online donation or find out how to become a volunteer, a member or a corporate sponsor.
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database
 This database is a resource for an extensive array of information about children's books, video and audio recordings, film strips and other children-focused media.
CultureGrams
World edition, Kids' Edition, and States Edition and contains cultural and geographical information supplemented with maps, images and recipes.
Daily Life AmericaDaily Life America
This resource spotlights the day to day lives of average Americans from the past and present.  Covers holidays and festivals, housing and furnishings, games and amusements,  family life, women’s history and more.  It offers thousands of primary documents (including recipes and newspaper articles).  There are weblinks covering related subjects as well as  photos,  drawings, and maps
Daily Life OnlineDaily Life Online
Explore how people lived throughout the world in the past and compare to the present.  Examine the structure and symbolism of architecture from ancient Greek temples to glass and steel malls.  There’s more to history than just the names of rulers and the rise of economic systems!
Discover SpanishDiscover Spanish
Discover Spanish is the award-winning interactive language learning system that will teach you to speak and understand Spanish quickly and easily. Start learning Spanish today
Download DepotDownload Depot
Large online library of downloadable audiobooks, ebooks, music and videos available anytime, anywhere.  Transferrable to home or office computers, portable devices such as MP3 players, iPods, e-readers and smartphones.
Dramatic LearningDramatic Learning

This database is filled with original scripts, skits and monologues, and adaptation of classics.  Users will find  background information for each play and a step-by-step guide to make putting on a play easy and accessible. There are printable programs and posters.  This is a great resource for teachers, charter schools, those involved in home school,  and for all those interested in dramatic arts.

eLibrary
An index of many full-text magazine and newspaper articles, as well as television and radio transcripts, pictures, maps and more.
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos (WorldBook)
This Spanish language encyclopedia is organized so that students can find information quickly and easily. Click on the first letter of the title of the article to see the article in Spanish.
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 Internet Resources for Parents

AR Bookfinder
Popular tool to find Accelerated Reader titles.
International Children’s Digital Library
Read Around the World
Gulfcoast Moms Like Me
Your local mommy site for connecting
Mama Lisa's World
Need a nursery rhyme or sing-song reminder?  Find the tune here!
Lee County School District
Find Your School Here
The World of Victor
A Whole World for Toddlers
Circletime Kids
Designed to help you introduce your children to the cultures of the world.
Baby's Brain Map
See how your baby's brain develops from womb to 36 months.
Our Book by Us
Sit down with your favorite kid and a pencil and create your story by filling this one in