MeL Databases for Kids (K-8)

Revised Dec. 2012/SR

3 hours
No prerequisite
3 SCECH's available for K12 staff
.3 Library of Michigan CEU's available for public library staff

MeL has great resources for your younger patrons! 

You will learn how to search several databases that are terrific to use with students from early elementary through middle school ages.  These databases are adaptable for students with varying abilities and needs.  Don't miss this great opportunity to learn more about the databases so you can better help your younger researchers!

To be covered:

Kids InfoBits
SIRS Discoverer Deluxe
eLibrary Elementary
InfoTrac Junior
CultureGrams Kids Section

We will briefly introduce these databases which are helpful for working with K8 students and teachers:
Books & Authors
LearningExpressLibrary
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