Research Tools: Databases and Websites
Student Passwords and Login Information
Access passwords and login information here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PXLEV8qF8AbhN8oUNErH2ggkGH8wcGnsOiuhqtTMDUA/edit?usp=sharing
Culturegrams
CultureGrams offers maps, videos, interviews, statistics, and other resources and research materials covering over 200 countries around the world!
You can access these databases by clicking here (ProQuest CultureGrams).
Vermont Online Library
The MES Library provides access to the Vermont Online Library which hosts a wide range of databases that can be used for research purposes.
You can access these databases by clicking here (VOL).
Gale in Context: Elementary
Gale In Context: Elementary is part of the Vermont Online Library. It provides easily searchable and accessible options for researchers!
You can access this database by clicking here (Gale in Context: Elementary).
Gale Tutorial Videos:
Gale Tools - Accessibility and Support for All Learners
Gale Tools - Highlights and Notes
Gale Tools - Downloading and Sending to Google Drive and OneDrive
Ben's Guide
Ben's Guide provides government resources including: links to branches of government, how laws are made, the election process, historical documents, and includes learning adventures, games, and printables.
You can access this website by clicking here (Ben's Guide).
NASA for Students
NASA for Students provides all tools necessary to learn about our space program, solar system, weather, and related topics. Games, activities, photos, videos, etc. provide a rich, rewarding experience to all.
You can access this website by clicking here (NASA for Students).
Smithsonian
Smithsonian's Fun Stuff for Kids and Teens provides games, activities, and all manner of information around topics of interest.
You can access this website by clicking here (Smithsonian's Fun Stuff for Kids and Teens).
The San Diego Zoo
Access site here: Kids San Diego Zoo.
National Geographic Kids Explore the World
Access website here: National Geographic Kids.
Citations and Bibliographies
Google provides easy to use citations tools.
Written Google support for using Citations: access by clicking here https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9308832?hl=en.
Tutorial Video: access by clicking here How to Cite Sources and Create a Bibliography in Google Docs.
Vermont History