Homework Help 6-8

Art, Theater & Music
Monologues and Skits

Instruments To Take Home!

• Check it out from TADL! T
  • Art Projector
  • Puppets
  • Digital Recorders
  • Instruments
• Hobbies & Crafts – Click on a topic, then narrow down what you want to make, and click on the full text pdf to get the instructions. M

Computers & Technology

We have a range of computers in the library to assist you with your work! You can access our desktop computers in Teen Services if you are 11-18 years old or Youth Services if you are 7-12 years old. You can check a laptop out from the Public Computing Center and use it anywhere in the building. Best of all, you can use your laptop and our Internet anywhere inside or outside the building in the parking lot.

Teen Library Computers

Youth Services Library Computers

• TADL 3D Printing – 3D printing is a manufacturing technique used to create a physical object from a 3D digital model. It works by layering multiple layers of melted plastic to build a shape. T
• TADL STEM Kits – Stem kits are fun projects in a box that focus on science, technology, engenering and math. T
• Telescope – Your parents can check it out at TADL! T
• Code.org – Learn computer science. Change the world. W
• The Kid Should See This – Smart videos for curious minds of all ages. W
• Tinkercad – Design a 3D object for printing. W
• Instructables – Plans for making all sorts of things. W
• The Khan Academy Computing – The Khan Academy is a homework center with a youtube format. W

English & Reading

• Sign up for our year-round reading challenge!
• Grammar Check – Instantly check your documents for grammar issues. W
• Overdrive – Ebooks and Audiobooks T
• Learning Express – English – Tutorials, Reading practice and Writing practice  M
• NoveList K-8 – Find a new book to read! M
• Ebooks – Provided by the Michigan Electronic Library M
• Read It! – Build reading skills M

Book Lists

• Newbery Award Winners (books)
• Lexile Reading List
• Modern Lexile
• High Interest, Low Reading Level

Languages

• Mango Languages – Learn a foreign language or perfect your English. T
• Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos – Designed for young Spanish speaking students or those learning Spanish as a second language. Full text articles, maps, flags, and more. Dozens of hands-on activities and links to Spanish language websites. Also includes a visual dictionary. M

Math & Science

• Learning Express – Math – Grades 4 through 12 skills improvement in math, writing and grammar, reading comprehension, social studies, and vocabulary and spelling through tests, eBooks, and tutorials. M
• Michigan Electronic Library – Science – Applied Science, Earth Science, Life Science, Physical Science, Scientist, Space and Astronomy M
• The Khan Academy – The Khan Academy is a homework center with a youtube type format. Learn Math, Science, Computer Programming and more. W
  • Math- Get ready for Grade 6
  • Math – Get ready for Grade 7
  • Math – Get ready for Grade 8
  • Math – Get ready for Algebra I
  • Science

Social Studies

• Anishinaabe Resource Manual – to accompany the State of Michigan Social Studies Standards (grades K – 12)
• Learning Express – Social Studies – Grades 4 through 12 skills improvement in math, writing and grammar, reading comprehension, social studies, and vocabulary and spelling through tests, eBooks, and tutorials. M
• Opposing Viewpoints – Features contextual information and opinions on hundreds of today’s hottest social issues. M
• Points of View Reference Center – Presents multiple sides of over 400 issues. M

General Resources

• Access Video: Just for Kids – Fun and informative video and audio titles on a variety of topics. Kid-safe and ad-free! T
• Britannica School – Made for today’s digital classroom, Britannica School features differentiated instruction, allowing students to move easily to resources at higher or lower reading levels as needed. M
• DKfindout! – Perfect for help with homework, DK’s clear, reliable, and highly visual content covers all curriculum subjects and more! W
• eBook K-8 Collection – Titles that support K-8 students across all subject areas. M
• Explora – Content from magazines, encyclopedia entries, and images. Arts & Literature; Biography; Business & Government; Current Events; Geography; Health; History; Science & Math W
• MeL Kids –  From the Library of Michigan. Good stuff for school, funny poems, silly songs, books to read or listen to, Michigan facts, and lots of other cool info. M
• MeL Teen – From the Library of Michigan. All of the Michigan Electronic Library’s school resources in one place. M

M = Michigan T = TADL W = website