Online Resources for Students K-12

Discover - World Book Inc.* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Research resources for educators and students. Life Skills section to share information on such various topics as Internet safety, applying for a credit card, and smart consumerism. Reading comprehension questions to promote deeper understanding of topics and instill confidence. Provides article content in easy-to-understand sections for increased readability. A collection of unique videos, featuring expert answers to often asked questions, and a visual dictionary make content more accessible for readers of all levels. Educator tools are also available. 

Dramatic Learning - World Book Classroom* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Dramatic readings of plays to help students gain reading fluency, understand core concepts, and internalize content. With ties to curriculum correlations and a wealth of surrounding material, including activities, lesson plans, and mini-inquiry projects, Dramatic Learning ties World Book's differentiated content to a way of learning that excites students and teachers alike.

Inventions and Discoveries - World Book Digital Libraries* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Interactive complement to World Book's most popular print reference sets. Comprehensive examination of its subject, including text, images, and videos and animations. 

Kids - World Book Inc.* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Based on the World Book's Student Discovery Encyclopedia, the content is chosen and written for younger readers. Thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps enhance learning. Training and support is also available.

Living Green - World Book Digital Libraries* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Interactive complement to World Book's most popular print reference sets. Comprehensive examination of its subject, including text, images, videos and animations. Examine important contemporary environmental issues, green-living practices, and fun “green” facts.

Social Studies Power - World Book Classroom* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Surrounds varied lesson content with rich multimedia, read-aloud text, literacy tools, and geography basics to provide a well-rounded learning experience for students and an effective instructional tool for their educators. More than 100 lessons are presented in differentiated versions to meet the varying learning capabilities of upper elementary students. Animated maps, colorful art, and interactive quizzes keep students alert and engaged in the content. Links to local resources support social studies learning at the community level.

Student - World Book Inc.
For grades 3-12; includes World Book Wizard, maps and atlas, timelines, articles, multimedia and special topic reports. Educator tools available - link in upper right corner of main landing page. 

*To access resource, obtain a free NSU-Alvin Sherman Library eCard and enter the NSU eCard number into "Other Authorized Users Login."

Biography in Context - Gale
Full-text database provides biographical information on more than 22,000 people from throughout history, around the world, and across all disciplines and subject areas. Search by name, or various criteria such as birth and death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation or gender. Most biographies have an image of the subject.

Daily Life Through History* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Full text information, maps, images, website links, etc. on folklore, cultures, and customs of peoples around the world from ancient times to the present. 

National Geographic Kids
Includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos and images. High-quality informational texts are available for primary, upper elementary and middle school English Language Arts, social studies and science classrooms.

NewsBank
News collection explores issues and events at the local, regional, national and international level. Source types include print and online-only newspapers, blogs, newswires, journals, broadcast transcripts and videos. Search current and archived coverage of issues, events, people, government, sports and more with the largest collection of full-text U.S. and international newspapers, including 107 Florida publications. Includes staff-written articles, obituaries, editorials, announcements, real estate and other sections. 

*To access resource, obtain a free NSU-Alvin Sherman Library eCard and enter the NSU eCard number into "Other Authorized Users Login."

Access Video on Demand: Just for Kids - Infobase
Thousands of fun and informative video and audio titles on topics including music and arts, animals, sports and hobbies, math and science, history, reading and much more, plus hundreds of educational interactive activities and games that are kid-safe and always available.

ACT & SAT Prep Program
Free workshops for college-bound students.

Ask A Librarian
Have questions? Need help? Ask a librarian from the convenience of your computer or phone.

Broward e-tutor/Live Tutoring - Brainfuse
Free, interactive tutoring in math, science, social studies and English. Available 24/7; also in Spanish. Access on desktop or mobile app: Apple® | Android™

Chess - Live Tutoring - a Brainfuse Featured Service
Learn chess strategies and improve your cognitive thinking with an expert chess coach. Click on the Online Resources button for access to information the basics of chess, tactics and maneuvers.

Creation Station Lab
A makerspace community lab with tools that enable individuals to design, prototype and make 3D items.

Driving-Tests.org
Free DMV permit practice tests for Learner Drivers.

Gale Courses
Hundreds of courses focused on professional development, technology skills, and personal enrichment. Six-week long courses are taught entirely online by instructors, and new sessions begin every month. *New users need to create an account (including email and password) and returning users will need to login with email and password. 

GED Test, 31st edition
Comprehensive GED study guide to help you improve your scores with a blend of hands-on exercises, subject reviews and test taking strategies. Inside you'll find: Five full-length practice tests, including access to two online, all with detailed answer explanations - Helpful reviews of all subjects, with sample questions and answers to boost test preparation efforts - A word list to improve GED test vocabulary - Valuable details on the GED test structure, scoring and passing requirements.

LinkedIn Learning* (NSU-Alvin Sherman Library resource)
Online platform for learning business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals.

Miss Humblebee’s Academy - Gale
An online curriculum that prepares children ages 3-6 for kindergarten. It offers hundreds of programs and activities in math, art, music, language and literacy, science and social studies. It can be accessed by computer, smart phone and digital tablet. Some of the curriculum is available offline in the form of printables and practice worksheets.

Rosetta Stone
Learn a brand new language, further your ESL learning as non-native English speakers, or brush up on a language for business or vacation travel. Rosetta Stone includes 30 languages with core lessons to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills and also includes focused activities to refine grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and more. Download the mobile app: Apple® | Android™, then authenticate your account.

Universal Class
Over 500 Courses Available (everything from ABC's of Algebra to Yoga 101).  

*To access resource, obtain a free NSU-Alvin Sherman Library eCard and enter the NSU eCard number into "Other Authorized Users Login."

Academic OneFile - Gale
Resources across all academic disciplines. Scholarly journals, news magazines and newspapers - many with full text and images. Coverage: 1980 - current.

ArticleFirst
Index of articles from the contents pages of 16,000+ journals.

General OneFile - Gale
Integrates newspapers, reference books, magazines, and trade publications. Full-text articles on current events, popular culture, business and industry trends, the arts and sciences, sports, hobbies, and more.

High School Edition - Gale
Designed for high-school students. Access to a variety of indexed and full-text magazines, newspapers, podcasts, and reference books for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more. Contains more than 1100 titles. Coverage: 2004 - current.

Middle School in Context- Gale
Access reference content with age-appropriate videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and much more. Categories cover a range of the most-studied topics including cultures, government, people, U.S. and world history, literature, and many more.

National Geographic Kids
Includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos and images. High-quality informational texts are available for primary, upper elementary and middle school English Language Arts, social studies and science classrooms.

NewsBank
News collection explores issues and events at the local, regional, national and international level. Source types include print and online-only newspapers, blogs, newswires, journals, broadcast transcripts and videos. Search current and archived coverage of issues, events, people, government, sports and more with the largest collection of full-text U.S. and international newspapers, including 107 Florida publications. Includes staff-written articles, obituaries, editorials, announcements, real estate and other sections.

Overdrive & Libby - Magazines for Kids & Teens
Free downloads to popular magazines that can be viewed on any computer, tablet or smart phone. All issues include full photos and illustrations. View on desktop or on Libby (mobile app). 

Popular Magazines
More than 1,000 of the most searched magazines. Search full text of over 600 titles and 50 million articles dating back to 1980.

Overdrive for Youth
eBooks and eAudiobooks for children and teens.

• Juvenile Fiction
• Juvenile Nonfiction
• Young Adult Fiction
• Young Adult Nonfiction
• Magazines for Kids & Teens

Compatible devices include Kindle, Kindle Fire, Nook and more. Visit Technical Support and Overdrive Help for more assistance. 

ABCmouse for Libraries - Only accessible from within a library
Kids will learn to read through phonics, interactive puzzles, and games. Subjects include math, social studies, art, music and more. For kids age 2-8.

Books & Authors - Gale
Explore the endless possibilities and combinations of books, authors and topics and is specially designed to complement your browsing habits.

Book Finder - AR Bookfinder
Search for book titles based on authors, topics, or titles of books; then sort results, select titles to add to your AR Bag, and print list.

Children's Books - Wowbrary
New children's books available at the Library. Updated weekly.

Comics - Hoopla
Popular titles by Scholastic, DC Comics, Marvel, Dark Horse and more.

Goodreads
Book suggestions, book clubs, connect with authors, and other book lovers.

Hoopla
Stream/download free (no ads) eAudiobooks, eBooks and comics. Download media to your computer, tablet, or phone with no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. Flex Borrows and Binge Passes offer even more ways to borrow. Your PIN is the last 4 digits of your phone number. Mobile app: Apple® | Android™ | Amazon Fire

NoveList K-8 Plus
Helps kids find books that are just right for their reading level and interests.

NoveList Plus
Reading recommendations, available through libraries around the world, includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, lists and more.

Sunshine State Young Reader’s Award
Book titles for grades 3-5 and 6-8 with Reading Level (RL), Reading Counts (RC), Accelerated Reader (AR), and Lexile information. Books listed are available in the BCL catalog.

Teen Books - Novelist Plus
New teen books available at the Library. Updated weekly.

Teen Ink
By teens, for teens! Magazine, website and books written by teens and devoted entirely to teenage writing, art, photo, and forums.

YALSA Hot Picks - American Library Association
Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) reading lists.

Academic OneFile Select - Gale
Covers research needs across all academic disciplines. Access scholarly journals, news magazines, and newspapers many with full text and images. Coverage: 1980 current.

Biography in Context - Gale
Full-text database provides biographical information on more than 22,000 people from throughout history, around the world, and across all disciplines and subject areas. Search by name, or various criteria such as birth and death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation or gender. Most biographies have an image of the subject.

eBooks - Gale
Beyond primary or K-12 eBooks, you can explore content within the latest professional development collections from top publishers. Find collections on specific initiatives and popular trends in education too.

Education - via USA.gov
Find government information on getting and funding an education in the U.S. Learn about college and higher education, financial aid, libraries and archives, how to manage and repay student loans, and learning English and attending college in U.S. 

Florida Electronic Library
Search magazines, books, almanacs, encyclopedias, newspapers and more.

Gale Research Databases
Browse all Gale research databases available to Broward County Libraries. 

General OneFile - Gale
General interest database integrates newspapers, reference books, magazines, almanacs, encyclopedias, dictionaries, reference books, and more. Includes full-text articles making it easy to locate answers.

High School Edition - Gale
Discover periodicals and reference book content supporting high school student research. Access to age-appropriate, authoritative digital content for classroom assignments. Research magazines, journals, newspapers and reference books covering a wide range of subjects, from science, history, and literature to political science, sports, and environmental studies.

Literature Criticism - Gale
Easy to use format of scholarly and popular commentary from broadsheets, pamphlets, encyclopedias, books and periodicals. Tens of thousands of hard-to-find essays at your fingertips.

Literature Resource Center - Gale
Broad range of authors and their works including a collection of full-text critical and literary analysis. Provides evidence to support literary responses and thesis statements through a diversity of scholars and critics that ensure all views and perspectives are represented.

Middle School in Context - Gale
Access reference content with age-appropriate videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and much more. Categories cover a range of the most-studied topics including cultures, government, people, U.S. and world history, literature, and many more.

U.S. Government for Kids - Ben's Guide
U.S. Government web sites developed for kids, including full text of selected historic documents.