Search our catalog for the books in our library. You can request books from other libraries, see the bottom of the library homepage for more information.
Access our ebooks, see Ms. Jackson Sanborn for the password.
MARVEL! isa collection of research databases purchased by the state of Maine for all Maine citizens – an excellent source for high-quality information!! Start with the Kids! link on the left.
Britannica Online School Edition (K-12) – online version of the Britannica Encyclopedia
Funk & Wagnall’s New World Encyclopedia – online encyclopedia, particularly good for geography
Explora for Middle Schools – a great place to start research, huge database of journal, magazine, and newspaper articles. Limit the search to ‘full text’ on the left.
MAS Ultra – large database of articles; limit the search to ‘full text’ on the left.
Advanced Google Search – limit the domain to .gov or .edu
Other Resources geared toward middle schoolers
- Ben’s Guide to US Government for Kids – just what it says
- ProQuest Newspapers – newspapers across the US
- Points of View Reference Center – all about current events from many angles
- Health Source – health and medical topics
- Maine Newsstand – newspapers across Maine
- Maine Memory Network – photos and primary sources focused on Maine history
- Twayne’s Author Series – information on authors, books, literary genres, etc.
- NoveList – recommends books based on books you’ve read and liked
Any questions? Email or come see Ms. Jackson Sanborn!