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Britannica Online for Kids

Search or browse for information, pictures and videos; get homework help; visit the Student Center; learn about the latest news and the animal of the day and so much more. Check out EB Online for Kids. If you're not in the library, ask at the Youth Desk or call 798-0121 for the login and password.

 

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American History

Jump Back in Time
Listen to America's Story: The founding of a new nation, the war that tore our country in two, the great war that shook the world, and the voyage to the moon.

African-American History
Explore current and past African American issues such as slavery, the million-man march, and discrimination.

PBS Way Back When
Remember when camping out of your car was a vacation, or when Miami Beach was an avocado farm? Neither do I, but some people do.

Not for Ourselves Alone
If you could write the Bill of Rights what would they be? See what other kids had to say. Also learn about the day in the life of an African-American, a Native American, an Irish Immigrant and more.

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The Teachers Corner

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Having a Teacher's Library Card can be a great help when planning your curriculum. Learn more about our teacher resources.

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Illinois history teaching packets are available through the State Archives.

 
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