Research Databases
How to Access
In School:
You can reach the databases at school on your Chromebook.
Outside School:
When you use any computer that is not in school (home, public library, etc.) you can still use the school’s databases. Simply, connect to the Internet. Click on the database title that you want to use. Enter the ID and password listed for that database and begin researching! Passwords are available on the Media Center Canvas page.
Databases
Global knowledge for culture, history, language, education, food, holidays, superstitions, and folklore.
The American Government database connects issues of the day with the foundations of government and compares the political and economic systems of the United States with other countries.
Encompasses critical essays, biographies, court cases, primary source documents, and media.
Includes author biographies of authors worldwide. Includes overviews, synopses, analyses, and literary criticism of many works. Articles on literary movements and groups, magazines and newspapers, and historical events. There are timelines and information on literary characters.
Access to the collection of Consumer Reports magazine.
Ebook available through the State of Illinois program. There are thousands of titles available. Axis 360 is the app you can use to read these books on your phone or device.
Offers lesson plans, support materials, and professional development resources.
Students can browse topics of interest or search for a topic of their choice. Search results can be limited to source type (e.g., magazines, news, biographies, etc.) or by Lexile range.
A source citation database to help organize MLA and APA citations in the correct order with proper punctuation. Click on the link and select ‘Register’ then enter your Student ID and create a password.
Based on the book series this database highlights both sides to major societal issues.
A database that explores popular culture in America both past and present.
Full text articles on social, scientific, health, historic, economic, business, political, and global issues. Click on SIRS Products to enter the site.
Encompasses critical essays, biographies, court cases, primary source documents, and media.
A research database that includes magazine and newspaper articles, academic articles, primary sources, critical essays, and reference materials covering all areas of science.
A comprehensive database of newspapers and magazines that include access to ERIC and Health Source as well as a Professional Development Collection. This covers a broad area of topics for research.
Provides encyclopedic content and multimedia resources, including videos, maps, and primary sources, designed for various learning levels from early childhood to adult education.
Spanning the globe from 1500 to the present, this comprehensive database combines a wealth of research sources, with overviews and activities that provide context.